J. Charles Haydon

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James Charles Haydon (March 27, 1875 – October 15, 1943) was an American film director, actor and screenwriter of the silent film era. He directed twelve films between 1914 and 1920. He also appeared in five films between 1912 and 1914. He played the Wizard in His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz. He was born in Frederick, Maryland and died in Baltimore, Maryland.

James Charles Haydon
Born(1875-03-27)March 27, 1875[1]
DiedOctober 15, 1943(1943-10-15) (aged 68)
Occupation(s)Film director
Actor
Screenwriter
Years active1912-1920

Filmography

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Director

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Year Title
1915 The Alster Case
1916 The Strange Case of Mary Page
1916 The Phantom Buccaneer
1920 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Actor

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Year Title Role Notes
1913 The Sea Wolf Mugridge
1914 Burning Daylight: The Adventures of 'Burning Daylight' in Alaska Elijah
1914 His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz The Wizard of Oz credited as J Charles hayden
1914 The Last Egyptian Tadros, the Dragoman (final film role)

References

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  1. ^ "United States, World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K6JC-PD2 : accessed March 31, 2013), James Charles Haydon, 1917-1918.
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