James Young (January 1, 1872 – June 9, 1948) was an American film director, actor, and screenwriter of the silent era. Before films Young had a successful career as a stage actor appearing on Broadway and throughout the country, and was the author of a notable 1905 book on theatrical makeup. Young directed more than 90 films between 1912 and 1928. He also appeared as an actor in 60 films between 1909 and 1917.
His first wife was librettist Rida Johnson Young who often composed with Victor Herbert. His second wife was film actress Clara Kimball Young, 18 years his junior, who kept his surname after they divorced.
James Young died in New York City on June 9, 1948.
1918
as Paul Morley, a Morphine Addict
1917
as Gerald Trask
1914
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as Jean - Yvonne's Sweetheart
1914
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as Ralph Dryden
1914
as Tom Drake
1913
as A French Official
1913
as Billy Gilwater
1913
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as Nattoo
1913
as Count Brainless
1913
as Mr. Johnson's Son
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as Colonel Weston
1913
as Beau Brummel
1913
as Gavin Dishart, the Little Minister
1912
as Sir Rowland De Bois
1912
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as James Young
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as Tom
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as Second in Command of the John M
1910
as Sir Andrew Aguecheek
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