John Farrow, a multifaceted individual, embarked on a journey of creative expression during his four-year tenure in the navy, where he penned short stories and plays. Upon leaving the naval service, he ventured to Hollywood in the late 1920s as a technical advisor for a film about Marines, and subsequently remained in the city as a screenwriter, contributing to numerous projects spanning from "A Sailor's Sweetheart" (1927) to "Tarzan Escapes" (1936).
In 1936, Farrow tied the knot with the renowned actress, Maureen O'Sullivan, also known as Tarzan's Jane. His foray into film direction began in 1937, with the release of "Men in Exile" (1937) and "West of Shanghai" (1937).
However, Farrow's life took a dramatic turn during World War II, when he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Navy. Unfortunately, he sustained injuries during his service, which would have a lasting impact on his life.
Following his wartime experiences, Farrow converted to Catholicism and devoted himself to literary pursuits. He authored a biography of Thomas More, a comprehensive history of the Papacy, a Tahitian-English dictionary, and several novels. Moreover, he collaborated on the writing of several films and shared the Academy Award for "Around the World in 80 Days" (1956).
