Herbert Heywood
Acting
Biography
Herbert Heywood (February 1, 1881 – September 15, 1964) was an American film actor. He appeared in more than 120 films between 1915 and 1950.
Born: February 1, 1881
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Known For
It's a Wonderful Life
George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin.
The Grapes of Wrath
Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He catches up with them on his Uncle’s farm, and joins them the next day as they head for California and a new life... Hopefully.
Scarlet Street
Cashier and part-time starving artist Christopher Cross is absolutely smitten with the beautiful Kitty March. Kitty plays along, but she's really only interested in Johnny, a two-bit crook. When Kitty and Johnny find out that art dealers are interested in Chris's work, they con him into letting Kitty take credit for the paintings. Cross allows it because he is in love with Kitty, but his love will only let her get away with so much.
The Roaring Twenties
After World War I, Armistice Lloyd Hart goes back to practice law, former saloon keeper George Hally turns to bootlegging, and out-of-work Eddie Bartlett becomes a cab driver. Eddie builds a fleet of cabs through delivery of bootleg liquor and hires Lloyd as his lawyer. George becomes Eddie's partner and the rackets flourish until love and rivalry interfere.
Brute Force
Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?
Sergeant York
Alvin York a hillbilly sharpshooter transforms himself from ruffian to religious pacifist. He is then called to serve his country and despite deep religious and moral objections to fighting becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI.
Young Mr. Lincoln
In this dramatized account of his early law career in Illinois, Abraham Lincoln is born into a modest log cabin, where he is encouraged by his first love, Ann Rutledge, to pursue law. Following her tragic death, Lincoln establishes a law practice in Springfield, where he meets a young Mary Todd. Lincoln's law skills are put to the test when he takes on the difficult task of defending two brothers who have been accused of murder.
Gentleman Jim
As bare-knuckled boxing enters the modern era, brash extrovert Jim Corbett uses new rules and dazzlingly innovative footwork to rise to the top of the boxing world.
You Only Live Once
Based partially on the story of Bonnie and Clyde, Eddie Taylor is an ex-convict who cannot get a break after being released from prison. When he is framed for murder, Taylor is forced to flee with his wife Joan Graham and baby. While escaping prison after being sentenced to death, Taylor becomes a real murderer, condemning himself and Joan to a life of crime and death on the road.
The Egg and I
World War II veteran Bob MacDonald surprises his new wife, Betty, by quitting his city job and moving them to a dilapidated farm in the country. While Betty gamely struggles with managing the crumbling house and holding off nosy neighbors and a recalcitrant pig, Bob makes plans for crops and livestock. The couple's bliss is shaken by a visit from a beautiful farm owner, who seems to want more from Bob than just managing her property.
Filmography
as Goatherd (uncredited)
as Attendant (uncredited)
as Station Agent (uncredited)
as Tough (uncredited)
as Storekeeper Mort Johnson
as Judge (uncredited)
as McGraw (uncredited)
as Dugan (uncredited)
as Neill (uncredited)
as Alexander Tarn
as Doorman (uncredited)
as Chef (uncredited)
as Mailman (Uncredited)
as Building & Loan Depositor (uncredited)
as Livery Stable Proprietor (uncredited)
as Bellboy (uncredited)
as Townsman (uncredited)
as Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
as Mr. Brown (uncredited)
as Hill - Foreman (uncredited)
as Farmer (uncredited)
as Mover
as Watchman
as Conductor
as Man on Telephone (uncredited)
as Worker (uncredited)
as Man on Park Bench
as Man at Citizen's Meeting
as Newsman (uncredited)
as Brakeman
as Shopkeeper (uncredited)
as Man at Church (uncredited)
as Charlie (uncredited)
as Willard
as Bit Role
as Toby
as News Vendor in Paris (uncredited)
as Sepp - Wagon Driver
as Jokester at Chronicle Notice
as Joe (uncredited)
as Farmer at Town Meeting (uncredited)
as Laramie
as Gas Station Attendant (uncredited)
as Horace
as Doctor Denton
as Pop (uncredited)
as Hostler
as Tug-o'-War Contest Official (uncredited)
as Theatre Watchman (uncredited)
as Deputy (uncredited)
as Clem (uncredited)
as Mr. Beagle
as Al Burkee (uncredited)
as Gas Station Owner (uncredited)
as Workman
as Boiler Room Supervisor (uncredited)
as Bartender
as Jailkeeper
as Zack Walters
as Old Man
as Pop (uncredited)
as Speedboat Operator (uncredited)
as Steve
as Jury Foreman at Jeff's Trial
as Brakeman in Diner (uncredited)
as Chairman of Council
as Mac
as Stage Door Man
as Convict at Blackfoot (uncredited)
as Hacendado Wanting to Fight
as Josh Billings
as Charlie (uncredited)
as Bouillon
as Pop Powell
as Fish Monger (uncredited)
as Manuel Casmetto
as Rural Character
as Fire Captain (uncredited)
as Elderly Man