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Francis Ford
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Biography
From Wikipedia Francis Ford (born Francis Feeney, August 14, 1881 – September 5, 1953) was a prolific film actor, writer, and director. He was the mentor and elder brother of film director John Ford. He also appeared in many of John Ford's movies, including Young Mr. Lincoln and The Quiet Man. Francis Ford was born in Portland, Maine. He was the son of John A. Feeney, who was born in the village of Spiddal, County Galway, Ireland in 1854. By 1878, John had moved to Portland, Maine and opened a saloon, at 42 Center Street, that used a false front to pose as grocery store. John opened four others in following years. After service in the infantry in the Spanish-American War, Francis left home. He drifted into the film business in New York City, working for David Horsley, Al Christie, and the Star Film Company's San Antonio operation under Gaston Méliès. He adopted the name Ford from the automobile. From San Antonio Francis began his Hollywood career working for Thomas H. Ince at Ince's Bison studio, directing and appearing in westerns. Francis Ford's younger brother, John M. Feeney, was a successful fullback and defensive tackle on a Portland High state championship football team, nicknamed "Bull". In 1914 Bull followed Francis to Hollywood, changed his name to John Ford and would eventually surpass his elder brother's considerable reputation. Francis Ford's son, Philip Ford, was also a film actor/director.
Notable films
Where to start
Highlights from credits and KinoChain journeys.
Frankenstein
As Hans (uncredited)
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
As Connelly - Fort Stark Suttlers Barman (uncredited)
The Quiet Man
As Dan Tobin
Tobacco Road
Actor
A Star Is Born
As William Gregory (uncredited)
Incendiary Blonde
As Ranch Owner (uncredited)
The White Gorilla
As Mr. Stacey
Charlie Chan at the Circus
As John Gaines
Chains
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Acted
The Quiet Man
1952 · Dan Tobin
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
1949 · Connelly - Fort Stark Suttlers Barman (uncredited)
Incendiary Blonde
1945 · Ranch Owner (uncredited)
The White Gorilla
1945 · Mr. Stacey
Tobacco Road
1941
A Star Is Born
1937 · William Gregory (uncredited)
Charlie Chan at the Circus
1936 · John Gaines
Frankenstein
1931 · Hans (uncredited)