Garry Owen

Garry Owen

Deceased · Born: Feb 18, 1902 · Died: Jun 1, 1951

Personal Details

BornFeb 18, 1902 Brookhaven, Mississippi, USA

Biography

Garry Owen, a multifaceted individual with a rich legacy in the realm of acting, came into this world on a crisp winter morning, February 18th, 1902, in the charming town of Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America.

As a talented thespian, Owen's impressive body of work includes memorable roles in several notable films. One of his most iconic performances was in the 1944 comedy classic, Arsenic and Old Lace, where he brought to life a character that has become an integral part of cinematic history.

Owen's acting career spanned multiple decades, with early credits in films such as The Case of the Black Cat, released in 1936, and Hold Your Man, which premiered in 1933. These early endeavors showcased his versatility and range as an actor, paving the way for a long and illustrious career.

Sadly, Garry Owen's life came to a close on June 1st, 1951, in the City of Angels, Hollywood, California, United States of America. Despite his untimely passing, Owen's contributions to the world of acting continue to be celebrated and cherished by fans and fellow industry professionals alike.

Career

1950
The Flying Saucer
The Flying Saucer as Bartender at Ernie's
The Milkman
The Milkman as Irving
The Good Humor Man
The Good Humor Man as Elevator Starter (uncredited)
Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town
Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town as Delivery Man (uncredited)
1949
Too Late for Tears
Too Late for Tears as Police Officer at Switchboard (uncredited)
The File on Thelma Jordon
The File on Thelma Jordon as Bailiff (Uncredited)
The Crooked Way
The Crooked Way as Man from Green Acres Mortuary
Criss Cross
Criss Cross as Johnny (uncredited)
Knock on Any Door
Knock on Any Door as Larry (uncredited)
Act of Violence
Act of Violence as Auto Rental Co. Attendant (uncredited)
1948
Money Madness
Money Madness as Vance - Reporter (uncredited)
Here Comes Trouble
Here Comes Trouble as Sports Editor (uncredited)
The Fuller Brush Man
The Fuller Brush Man as Creamy (uncredited)
1947
It Had to Be You
It Had to Be You as Second Cab Driver (uncredited)
The Flame
The Flame as Detective
My Brother Talks to Horses
My Brother Talks to Horses as The Chestnut's Handler (uncredited)
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer as Policeman at Airport (uncredited)
Magic Town
Magic Town as Cigar Counter Clerk (uncredited)
My Favorite Brunette
My Favorite Brunette as Reporter (uncredited)
It Happened on Fifth Avenue
It Happened on Fifth Avenue as Detective (uncredited)
1946
Lady Chaser
Lady Chaser as Herman
Up Goes Maisie
Up Goes Maisie as Elevator Operator (Uncredited)
The Postman Always Rings Twice
The Postman Always Rings Twice as Truck Driver (uncredited)
The Killers
The Killers as Joe Smalley (uncredited)
Notorious
Notorious as Motorcycle Policeman (uncredited)
It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life as Bill-Poster (uncredited)
1945
The Phantom Speaks
The Phantom Speaks as Louis Fabian
The Tiger Woman
The Tiger Woman as Bartender
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood as Director's Assistant (uncredited)
Adventure
Adventure as Jabbo (unconfirmed)
Fallen Angel
Fallen Angel as Waiter (uncredited)
Mildred Pierce
Mildred Pierce as Policeman on Pier (uncredited)
Anchors Aweigh
Anchors Aweigh as 2nd Soldier at USO (uncredited)
1944
Something for the Boys
Something for the Boys as Corporal O'Neill (uncredited)
Andy Hardy's Blonde Trouble
Andy Hardy's Blonde Trouble as Taxi Driver #3 (uncredited)
Arsenic and Old Lace
Arsenic and Old Lace as Taxi Cab Driver
The Thin Man Goes Home
The Thin Man Goes Home as Pool Player (uncredited)
1943
The Woman of the Town
The Woman of the Town as Alhambra Dealer
Slightly Dangerous
Slightly Dangerous as Detective (uncredited)
1942
A Night to Remember
A Night to Remember as Mailman (uncredited)
The Pride of the Yankees
The Pride of the Yankees as Scorecard Vendor (uncredited)
Lady in a Jam
Lady in a Jam as Man at Auction (uncredited)
1941
Appointment for Love
Appointment for Love as Reporter (uncredited)
1940
City for Conquest
City for Conquest as Reporter (uncredited)
1939
Within the Law
Within the Law as Jenks' Associate
Naughty But Nice
Naughty But Nice as Bartender (uncredited)
A Child Is Born
A Child Is Born as First Drugstore Clerk (uncredited)
Lucky Night
Lucky Night as Willie Smith (uncredited)
Idiot's Delight
Idiot's Delight as Newsstand Vendor
Angels Wash Their Faces
Angels Wash Their Faces as Driver Whose Car Hit Sleepy (uncredited)
Dust Be My Destiny
Dust Be My Destiny as Milkman (uncredited)
Made for Each Other
Made for Each Other as Denver Radio Operator (uncredited)
You Can't Get Away with Murder
You Can't Get Away with Murder as Lock Man Inventor (uncredited)
1938
Wide Open Faces
Wide Open Faces as Pineapple
Start Cheering
Start Cheering as Gas Station Attendant
Heart of the North
Heart of the North as Tom 'Tommy' Ryan
Dangerous to Know
Dangerous to Know as Mike Tookey, Chauffeur (uncredited)
1937
My Dear Miss Aldrich
My Dear Miss Aldrich as Policeman (uncredited)
You're Only Young Once
You're Only Young Once as Guide (uncredited)
True Confession
True Confession as Tony Krauch
1936
The Return of Sophie Lang
The Return of Sophie Lang as 'Nosey' Schwartz
The Country Doctor
The Country Doctor as Jerry (uncredited)
King of Hockey
King of Hockey as Jitters McCarthy, the Referee
Ceiling Zero
Ceiling Zero as Mike Owens
Bullets or Ballots
Bullets or Ballots as The Spotter (uncredited)
1935
I Live My Life
I Live My Life as Elevator Operator (Uncredited)
Special Agent
Special Agent as Carston's Henchman (uncredited)
1934
Little Miss Marker
Little Miss Marker as Grinder (uncredited)
The Gay Bride
The Gay Bride as Reporter (uncredited)
Bombay Mail
Bombay Mail as Cuthbert Neal
The Thin Man
The Thin Man as Detective (uncredited)
1933
Son of a Sailor
Son of a Sailor as Sailor Johnson
Havana Widows
Havana Widows as Sphinx Club Croupier (uncredited)
Stage Mother
Stage Mother as Jerry, Stagehand (uncredited)
Flying Devils
Flying Devils as Carnival Ticket Seller