Edwin August

Biography

Edwin August (born Edwin August Phillip von der Butz; November 10, 1883 – March 4, 1964) was an American actor, director, and screenwriter of the silent era. He appeared in more than 150 films between 1909 and 1947. He also directed 52 films between 1912 and 1919. August co-founded Eaco Films in 1914. He wrote novels under the pen name Montague Lawrence. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]

Filmography

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

1939 · 7.8

Mr. Lucky

1943 · 7.0

The Magnificent Ambersons

1942 · 7.3

Gentleman Jim

1942 · 7.2