Quick Facts
Born:
1892-01-13
Birthplace:
Elmira, New York, USA
Credits:
19 Total Roles
Hal Roach
Production
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Biography
Harry Eugene Roach Sr. professionally known as Hal Roach, was an American film and television producer, director, and actor who was active from the 1910s to the 1990s. He is remembered today for producing a number of successes including the Laurel and Hardy franchise, the films of entertainer Charley Chase, and the Our Gang film comedy series.
Known For
Sons of the Desert
Bit Part (uncredited)
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Number, Please?
Sailor (uncredited)
The Squaw Man
Townsman (uncredited)
Laurel & Hardy: Their Lives and Magic
Self (archive footage)
Hollywood
Self
The Patchwork Girl of Oz
Cowardly Lion / Tottenhot
The Magic Cloak of Oz
The Cowardly Lion (uncredited)
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Cinecittà Babilonia: Sex, Drugs and Black Shirts MOVIE | Self - Producer (archive footage) |
| 2011 | Laurel & Hardy: Their Lives and Magic MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2002 | Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story MOVIE | Self (uncredited) |
| 1989 | Harold Lloyd: The Third Genius MOVIE | Self |
| 1987 | Hollywood Uncensored MOVIE | Self |
| 1987 | Hollywood's Hidden Secrets MOVIE | Self |
| 1985 | George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey MOVIE | Self |
| 1984 | Hollywood '84 TV | Self |
| 1984 | Ticket to Hollywood MOVIE | Himself |
| 1980 | Hollywood TV | Self |