George Chandler
George Chandler
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia George Chandler (June 30, 1898 – June 10, 1985), born in Waukegan, Illinois, was an American actor. He made his screen debut in 1928, ultimately appearing, throughout his career, in over 140 films, usually in smaller supporting roles. Chandler is perhaps best known for playing the character of Uncle Petrie Martin on the television series Lassie. Early in his performing career he had a vaudeville act, billed as "George Chandler, the Musical Nut", which featured comedy and his violin. He served in the United States Army during World War I. In addition to many film roles throughout the years 1928-1979, Chandler appeared, from 1951 onward, in numerous television series. He was elected president of the Screen Actors Guild in 1960. George Chandler died in Panorama City, California, the result of cancer, on June 10, 1985. He was 86.
Acted Movies
Director: Paul Henreid
Writers: Oscar Millard,
Cast: Bette Davis, Cyril Delevanti, Estelle Winwood, George Chandler, George Macready, Jean Hagen, Karl Malden, Mario Alcalde, Peter Lawford, Philip Carey,
Director: John Cromwell
Writers: Steve Fisher,
Cast: Charles Cane, George Chandler, Humphrey Bogart, James Bell, Lizabeth Scott, Marvin Miller, Matthew Beard, Morris Carnovsky, Wallace Ford, William Prince,
Director: René Clair
Writers: René Clair,
Cast: Dick Powell, Edgar Kennedy, Edward Brophy, George Chandler, George Cleveland, Jack Oakie, John Philliber, Linda Darnell, Paul Guilfoyle, Sig Ruman,