Cliff Saum

Cliff Saum

Deceased · Born: Dec 18, 1882 · Died: Mar 5, 1943

Personal Details

BornDec 18, 1882 Columbus, Ohio, USA

Biography

Cliff Saum, a renowned actor and assistant director, made his mark in the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be celebrated to this day. Born on December 18, 1882, in the vibrant city of Columbus, Ohio, USA, Saum's early life was marked by a passion for the performing arts. As he grew older, his talents flourished, and he began to make a name for himself in the world of cinema.

Throughout his illustrious career, Saum was involved in a wide range of projects, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor and assistant director. Some of his most notable works include the 1918 film "Kaiser's Finish", the 1928 film "Fashion Madness", and the 1927 film "The Tigress". These projects not only demonstrated Saum's dedication to his craft but also showcased his ability to adapt to different genres and styles.

Despite his many accomplishments, Saum's life was not without its challenges. He faced the inevitable ups and downs that come with a career in the entertainment industry, and it is likely that he encountered his fair share of obstacles and setbacks. However, Saum's determination and perseverance ultimately led him to achieve great success and recognition.

Tragically, Saum's life was cut short when he passed away on March 5, 1943, in Glendale, California, USA. His untimely death was a loss to the entertainment industry and to those who knew and admired him. Despite this, Saum's legacy continues to live on, and his contributions to the world of cinema remain a testament to his talent and dedication.

Career

1943
Action in the North Atlantic
Action in the North Atlantic as Seaman (uncredited)
1942
The Man Who Came to Dinner
The Man Who Came to Dinner as Joe (uncredited)
Murder in the Big House
Murder in the Big House as Second Process Server (uncredited)
Spy Ship
Spy Ship as Swifty, Bartender
I Was Framed
I Was Framed as Paul's Gang Member
Wild Bill Hickok Rides
Wild Bill Hickok Rides as Chicago Fireman
The Male Animal
The Male Animal as Reporter (uncredited)
The Hidden Hand
The Hidden Hand as Detective (uncredited)
1941
A Shot in the Dark
A Shot in the Dark as Police Guard (uncredited)
Highway West
Highway West as Deputy Sheriff (uncredited)
The Nurse's Secret
The Nurse's Secret as Taxi Driver
Manpower
Manpower as Man to Call Substation (uncredited)
1940
King of the Lumberjacks
King of the Lumberjacks as Lumberjack in Saloon with Pipe (uncredited)
Calling Philo Vance
Calling Philo Vance as Investigator Snitken (uncredited)
Money and the Woman
Money and the Woman as Guard (uncredited)
East of the River
East of the River as Prison Guard (uncredited)
Flowing Gold
Flowing Gold as Trainman (uncredited)
Brother Rat and a Baby
Brother Rat and a Baby as Man Watching Fire
They Drive by Night
They Drive by Night as Man Outside Barney's (uncredited)
Castle on the Hudson
Castle on the Hudson as Prison Intake Clerk (uncredited)
Ladies Must Live
Ladies Must Live as Chief Thunderbird, Corey's Indian Valet
1939
Naughty But Nice
Naughty But Nice as Radio Announcer Starting Program (uncredited)
Women in the Wind
Women in the Wind as Policeman at Airport (uncredited)
Secret Service of the Air
Secret Service of the Air as Alien - First Flight
On Trial
On Trial as Bailiff
Smashing the Money Ring
Smashing the Money Ring as Trial Spectator (uncredited)
Each Dawn I Die
Each Dawn I Die as Accident Witness (uncredited)
Nancy Drew... Reporter
Nancy Drew... Reporter as Policeman Outside Courthouse (uncredited)
Code of the Secret Service
Code of the Secret Service as Policeman (uncredited)
Angels Wash Their Faces
Angels Wash Their Faces as Mr. Miller (uncredited)
Hell's Kitchen
Hell's Kitchen as Guard (uncredited)
On Your Toes
On Your Toes as Stagehand
Devil's Island
Devil's Island as Uniformed Gendarme
Dust Be My Destiny
Dust Be My Destiny as Jury Member (uncredited)
King of the Underworld
King of the Underworld as Gangster (uncredited)
The Return of Doctor X
The Return of Doctor X as Detective Sergeant Moran
Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter
Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter as First Deputy Sheriff
Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase
Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase as Burt the Iceman (uncredited)
They Made Me a Criminal
They Made Me a Criminal as Man in Front of Tommy (uncredited)
Torchy Blane in Chinatown
Torchy Blane in Chinatown as Detective Larry (uncredited)
The Oklahoma Kid
The Oklahoma Kid as Would-Be Settler (uncredited)
Dark Victory
Dark Victory as Moving Man (uncredited)
The Roaring Twenties
The Roaring Twenties as Train Conductor (uncredited)
You Can't Get Away with Murder
You Can't Get Away with Murder as Officer (uncredited)
1938
Blondes at Work
Blondes at Work as Cabbie (uncredited)
Torchy Gets Her Man
Torchy Gets Her Man as Police Officer O'Brien (uncredited)
Penrod's Double Trouble
Penrod's Double Trouble as Police Officer Kicking the Professor (uncredited)
Over the Wall
Over the Wall as Policeman at Beach
Cowboy from Brooklyn
Cowboy from Brooklyn as Chief Brakeman
Boy Meets Girl
Boy Meets Girl as Smitty - Studio Policeman
Nancy Drew: Detective
Nancy Drew: Detective as Farmer (uncredited)
Heart of the North
Heart of the North as Trading Post Clerk (uncredited)
Jezebel
Jezebel as Ball Assistant Director (uncredited)
Brother Rat
Brother Rat as Baseball Umpire
1937
The Great O'Malley
The Great O'Malley as Policeman at Robbery (uncredited)
Once a Doctor
Once a Doctor as Arresting Policeman
Land Beyond the Law
Land Beyond the Law as Townsman (uncredited)
The Case of the Stuttering Bishop
The Case of the Stuttering Bishop as Third Detective (uncredited)
It's Love I'm After
It's Love I'm After as Stagehand (uncredited)
The Adventurous Blonde
The Adventurous Blonde as Officer Clary (uncredited)
Wine, Women and Horses
Wine, Women and Horses as Taxi Driver #2
Penrod and Sam
Penrod and Sam as Tom (uncredited)
Midnight Court
Midnight Court as Policeman
Smart Blonde
Smart Blonde as Train Conductor (uncredited)
The Go Getter
The Go Getter as Lumberyard Foreman (uncredited)
Her Husband's Secretary
Her Husband's Secretary as Driver to Oregon Cabin
Over the Goal
Over the Goal as First Trainer
The Cherokee Strip
The Cherokee Strip as Undetermined Secondary Role
Varsity Show
Varsity Show as Man (voice)
That Man's Here Again
That Man's Here Again as Boathouse Attendant
That Certain Woman
That Certain Woman as Bus Conductor (uncredited)
1936
Trailin' West
Trailin' West as Jim Davis - Henchman (uncredited)
King of Hockey
King of Hockey as Fan Yanking Elsie Down
Treachery Rides the Range
Treachery Rides the Range as Deputy - Jailer
Satan Met a Lady
Satan Met a Lady as Patrol Officer (uncredited)
1935
Moonlight on the Prairie
Moonlight on the Prairie as Saloon Cowboy #2
The Three Musketeers
The Three Musketeers as Palace Guard
1934
The Dragon Murder Case
The Dragon Murder Case as Det. Burke (uncredited)
The Merry Frinks
The Merry Frinks as Cabbie (uncredited)
Dames
Dames as Stagehand (uncredited)
Jimmy the Gent
Jimmy the Gent as Les (uncredited)
Upperworld
Upperworld as Sailor (uncredited)
1933
Hard to Handle
Hard to Handle as Streetcar Conductor (uncredited)
The Kennel Murder Case
The Kennel Murder Case as Policeman on Night Patrol (uncredited)
Lady Killer
Lady Killer as Cliff, the Assistant Director (uncredited)
Baby Face
Baby Face as Laborer (uncredited)
1932
The Dark Horse
The Dark Horse as Progressive Party Man
Afraid to Talk
Afraid to Talk as Protester with Sign
Fireman, Save My Child!
Fireman, Save My Child! as Rosedale Fireman
1931
Side Show
Side Show as Roustabout
Blonde Crazy
Blonde Crazy as Mike (uncredited)
1930
River's End
River's End as Mountie
Moby Dick
Moby Dick as Mary Ann Crew Member
The Doorway to Hell
The Doorway to Hell as Poolroom Proprietor (uncredited)
1928
Noah's Ark
Noah's Ark as Soldier in Trench (uncredited)