Louis Merrill

Louis Merrill

Deceased · Born: Apr 1, 1912 · Died: Apr 7, 1963

Personal Details

BornApr 1, 1912 Winnipeg, Canada

Biography

Louis Merrill, a talented Canadian-born actor, entered the world on April 1, 1912, in the vibrant city of Winnipeg, a place where the prairies meet the sky. Throughout his remarkable life, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, captivating audiences with his captivating performances in films such as The Lady from Shanghai, a 1947 cinematic masterpiece, The Giant Claw, a 1957 sci-fi thriller, and Reap the Wild Wind, a 1942 epic adventure. As he navigated the ups and downs of his career, he found solace in the love and companionship of his wife, Celeste Rush. Tragically, his life came to a close on April 7, 1963, in the City of Angels, Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and entertain to this day.

Career

1957
The Giant Claw
The Giant Claw as Pierre Broussard
1955
The Crooked Web
The Crooked Web as Herr Schmitt (as Lou Merril)
Duel on the Mississippi
Duel on the Mississippi as Georges Gabriel
Sabaka
Sabaka as Koobah
1954
The Iron Glove
The Iron Glove as Count DuLusac
1953
Fort Ti
Fort Ti as Raoul de Moreau
1951
Cause for Alarm!
Cause for Alarm! as Mr. Phillips
Sirocco
Sirocco as Egyptian (uncredited)
1947
The Lady from Shanghai
The Lady from Shanghai as Jake Bjornsen
1943
Passport to Suez
Passport to Suez as Mr. Rembrandt
1942
Reap the Wild Wind
Reap the Wild Wind as Captain of the 'Pelican'