Lynton Brent

Lynton Brent

Deceased · Born: Aug 2, 1897 · Died: Jul 12, 1981

Personal Details

BornAug 2, 1897 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Lynton Brent, a multifaceted individual with a profound impact on the world of entertainment, was born on August 2, 1897, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, USA. As a talented actor and writer, he left an indelible mark on the film industry, with a career spanning over four decades.

Brent's notable roles include the 1940 film "Mysterious Doctor Satan," the 1938 film "Mr. Wong, Detective," and the 1933 film "The Intruder." His versatility and range as an actor enabled him to effortlessly transition between various genres, captivating audiences with his performances.

Despite his passing on July 12, 1981, in Los Angeles, California, USA, Lynton Brent's legacy continues to be celebrated by film enthusiasts and historians alike. His contributions to the world of cinema remain an integral part of its rich and storied history.

Career

1966
Spaceship to the Unknown
Spaceship to the Unknown as Transcontinental airplane pilot (archive footage) (uncredited)
1947
Bride and Gloom
Bride and Gloom as Bill (uncredited)
1946
Drifting Along
Drifting Along as Henchman Joe
1945
The Lost Trail
The Lost Trail as Hall (Mine Owner) (as Lynton W. Brent)
Micro-Phonies
Micro-Phonies as Mr. Allen
1944
Raiders of the Border
Raiders of the Border as Davis - Henchman
Marked Trails
Marked Trails as Henchman Tex
Gents Without Cents
Gents Without Cents as Army Officer in WWI Skit
1943
Batman
Batman as Intended Lockwood Pilot
Dizzy Detectives
Dizzy Detectives as Mike - Crook (uncredited)
Six Gun Gospel
Six Gun Gospel as Henchman Steve (as L.W. Brent)
Cheyenne Roundup
Cheyenne Roundup as Deputy Jake
Idaho
Idaho as Payroll Truck Guard
The Stranger from Pecos
The Stranger from Pecos as Deputy Joe (as L.W. Brent)
Murder in Times Square
Murder in Times Square as Audience Member
Destroyer
Destroyer as Doctor
King of the Cowboys
King of the Cowboys as Car Wreck Henchman
1942
Trail Riders
Trail Riders as Jeff Rand
Overland to Deadwood
Overland to Deadwood as Henchman Clipper
Raiders of the West
Raiders of the West as Morton - Gambler
One Thrilling Night
One Thrilling Night as Joe Richmond
Riders of the West
Riders of the West as Henchman Roy
Sunset Serenade
Sunset Serenade as Antlers Hotel Clerk
The Pride of the Yankees
The Pride of the Yankees as Photographer in Hospital (uncredited)
Border Roundup
Border Roundup as Henchman Sam
Loco Boy Makes Good
Loco Boy Makes Good as Bearded Nightclub Patron
1941
Red River Valley
Red River Valley as Henchman Feld
The Pioneers
The Pioneers as Henchman Jingo
Forbidden Trails
Forbidden Trails as Henchman Bill Tooley
Black Eyes and Blues
Black Eyes and Blues as Strangler's Manager
Roar of the Press
Roar of the Press as Reporter with Mustache
Paper Bullets
Paper Bullets as 2nd Bailiff (uncredited)
Dick Tracy vs. Crime, Inc.
Dick Tracy vs. Crime, Inc. as Telephone Serviceman
So Long Mr. Chumps
So Long Mr. Chumps as Prison Guard (uncredited)
1940
Money Squawks
Money Squawks as Man in Back Seat of Sheriff's Car (uncredited)
Nutty But Nice
Nutty But Nice as Spike - Kidnapper (uncredited)
The Spook Speaks
The Spook Speaks as Mordini, magician and spiritualist
Cookoo Cavaliers
Cookoo Cavaliers as Pedro Ruiz (uncredited)
Nothing But Pleasure
Nothing But Pleasure as Sheriff at Cozy Auto Court
Riders of Pasco Basin
Riders of Pasco Basin as Henchman (uncredited)
Music in My Heart
Music in My Heart as Assistant to City Editor (uncredited)
Convicted Woman
Convicted Woman as Reporter (uncredited)
Son of the Navy
Son of the Navy as Ticket Clerk
Young Buffalo Bill
Young Buffalo Bill as Army Supply Sergeant
Stranger on the Third Floor
Stranger on the Third Floor as Cabdriver at Nick's (uncredited)
Phantom of Chinatown
Phantom of Chinatown as Radio News Broadcaster
Boobs in Arms
Boobs in Arms as Annoyed Pedestrian
1939
Calling All Curs
Calling All Curs as Dognapper Duke (uncredited)
Panama Lady
Panama Lady as The Masher (uncredited)
A Ducking They Did Go
A Ducking They Did Go as Blackie (uncredited)
Boys' Reformatory
Boys' Reformatory as Mike's Henchman
Flight at Midnight
Flight at Midnight as Test Plane Pilot Ross (uncredited)
Navy Secrets
Navy Secrets as Short Sailor with Stamp
The Day the Bookies Wept
The Day the Bookies Wept as Photographer (uncredited)
Sued for Libel
Sued for Libel as Joey, Reporter at Trial (uncredited)
Wall Street Cowboy
Wall Street Cowboy as Henchman in New York
Days of Jesse James
Days of Jesse James as Bank Teller (uncredited)
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington as Photographer (uncredited)
1938
Air Devils
Air Devils as Radio Operator
Frontier Town
Frontier Town as Henchman Grayson
Utah Trail
Utah Trail as Henchman Cheyenne
Rollin' Plains
Rollin' Plains as Henchman Lope
Exposed
Exposed as Reporter
Army Girl
Army Girl as Soldier
The Mad Miss Manton
The Mad Miss Manton as Clerk (uncredited)
Go Chase Yourself
Go Chase Yourself as Reporter in White Suit (uncredited)
1937
Border Cafe
Border Cafe as Reporter (uncredited)
Adventure's End
Adventure's End as Sailor (uncredited)
Behind the Headlines
Behind the Headlines as Disgusted Reporter
Boots and Saddles
Boots and Saddles as Neale Henchman (uncredited)
Forty Naughty Girls
Forty Naughty Girls as Ticket Taker (uncredited)
Stage Door
Stage Door as (uncredited)
Git Along Little Dogies
Git Along Little Dogies as 2nd Holdup Man (uncredited)
3 Dumb Clucks
3 Dumb Clucks as Hat Salesman
1936
Love on a Bet
Love on a Bet as Reporter
The Bridge of Sighs
The Bridge of Sighs as Detective (uncredited)
Special Investigator
Special Investigator as Roulette Croupier
The Big Game
The Big Game as Broadcaster
Great Guy
Great Guy as Reporter (Uncredited)
Flash Gordon
Flash Gordon as Transcontinental Plane Steward
Half Shot Shooters
Half Shot Shooters as Soldier at Radio
Ants in the Pantry
Ants in the Pantry as Party Guest
Grand Slam Opera
Grand Slam Opera as Sound Man
Every Night at Eight
Every Night at Eight as Mail Sorter (uncredited)
Rendezvous
Rendezvous as Decoder (uncredited)
Confidential
Confidential as FBI Agent Connors
She Married Her Boss
She Married Her Boss as Assistant Window Dresser
Public Opinion
Public Opinion as Courtroom Sketch Artist
Restless Knights
Restless Knights as Queen's Ally
1934
Bachelor Bait
Bachelor Bait as Photographer (uncredited)
Mystery Mountain
Mystery Mountain as Mathews, Telegrapher
Twentieth Century
Twentieth Century as Train Secretary (uncredited)
Our Daily Bread
Our Daily Bread as Bully (uncredited)
Burn 'Em Up Barnes
Burn 'Em Up Barnes as Office Henchman Thompson [Chs. 10-12]
Three Little Pigskins
Three Little Pigskins as First Pedestrian
1933
The Intruder
The Intruder as Ship's Officer Purser Jamison
Penthouse
Penthouse as Reporter (uncredited)
Midnight Mary
Midnight Mary as Court Photographer (uncredited)
The Phantom of the Air
The Phantom of the Air as Border Patrolman
1932
Afraid to Talk
Afraid to Talk as Wade's Secretary
The Thirteenth Guest
The Thirteenth Guest as Prisoner (uncredited)
1931
Men of Chance
Men of Chance as One of Johnny's Bookies
The Secret 6
The Secret 6 as Reporter (uncredited)
The Vice Squad
The Vice Squad as Court Clerk (uncredited)
The Easiest Way
The Easiest Way as Brockton Associate
1929
Big News
Big News as Reporter (uncredited)