James Durkin

James Durkin

Deceased · Born: May 21, 1876 · Died: Mar 12, 1934

Known For

ScarfaceScarface
Secret of the Blue RoomSecret of the Blue Room
Heat LightningHeat Lightning
Shadow of the LawShadow of the Law

Personal Details

BornMay 21, 1876 Quebec, Canada
Spouse

  • Maude Fealy

    ( Nov 28, 1909 to Jun 18, 1917 )

  • Alice Naylor

    ( May 14, 2025 to Mar 12, 1934 )

Biography

James Durkin, born on May 21, 1876, was a remarkably diverse and accomplished individual who had a profound and lasting impact on the world of entertainment, showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility as both an actor and director, effortlessly transitioning between the stage and screen, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be felt to this day.

Career

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1934
The Vanishing Shadow
The Vanishing Shadow as Prof. Carl Van Dorn
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This Side of Heaven
This Side of Heaven as Raymond - Company Man (uncredited)
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Heat Lightning
Heat Lightning as The Sheriff
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1933
Perils of Pauline
Perils of Pauline as Prof. Hargrave
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Secret of the Blue Room
Secret of the Blue Room as Kruger, Commissioner's Assistant
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1932
South of the Rio Grande
South of the Rio Grande as Señor Ruiz
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Shopworn
Shopworn as District Attorney
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If I Had a Million
If I Had a Million as Glidden Associate (uncredited)
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Scarface
Scarface as Newspaper Man (uncredited)
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1931
An American Tragedy
An American Tragedy
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Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton as Second Ex-Soldier
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The Secret Witness
The Secret Witness as Detective
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Flying High
Flying High as Mr. Rankin - Detective (uncredited)
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The Vice Squad
The Vice Squad as Second Magistrate
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1930
Shadow of the Law
Shadow of the Law as Prison Warden