Lorimer Johnston

Lorimer Johnston (November 2, 1858, Maysville, Kentucky, - February 20, 1941, Hollywood, California) was an American silent film actor and director.

He was involved in the production of over 60 films in acting and directing and he also wrote the scripts for about 7 different films.

In 1913 Johnston directed the short films For the Crown and For the Flag, working with actresses such as Charlotte Burton.

Towards the end of his career Johnston did star as an actor in sound motion pictures such as the popular Frankenstein films, Ghost of Frankenstein and Son of Frankenstein.

Read more about Lorimer Johnston:  Selected Filmography