Hal Roach
Known for department: Production
Birthday: 1892-01-13 – 1992-11-02
Place of birth: Elmira, New York, USA
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
Hollywood Uncensored
1987Self
The Squaw Man
1914Townsman (uncredited)
The Patchwork Girl of Oz
1914Cowardly Lion / Tottenhot
Number, Please?
1920Sailor (uncredited)
Samson
1914Bearded Philistine Extra (uncredited)Hollywood's Hidden Secrets
1987Self
Sons of the Desert
1933Bit Part (uncredited)
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
2002Self (uncredited)
The Magic Cloak of Oz
1914The Cowardly Lion (uncredited)
Harold Lloyd: The Third Genius
1989Self
Wild Poses
1933Studio portrait
Laurel & Hardy: Their Lives and Magic
2011Self (archive footage)
George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey
1985SelfOmnibus - Cuckoo: A Celebration of Mr. Laurel and Mr. Hardy
1974Self