James Charles Haydon (March 27, 1875 – October 15, 1943) was an American film director, actor and screenwriter of the silent film era. He directed twelve films between 1914 and 1920. He also appeared in five films between 1912 and 1914. He played the Wizard in His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz. He was born in Frederick, Maryland and died in Baltimore, Maryland.
Filmography Director Year Title1915 The Alster Case1916 The Strange Case of Mary Page 1916 The Phantom Buccaneer 1920 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Actor Year Title Role Notes1913 The Sea Wolf Mugridge 1914 Burning Daylight: The Adventures of 'Burning Daylight' in Alaska Elijah 1914 His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz The Wizard of Oz credited as J Charles hayden1914 The Last Egyptian Tadros, the Dragoman (final film role)
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