Charles Lane
ActingAbout Charles Lane
Charles Willis Lane (January 25, 1869–October 17, 1945) was an American stage and film actor, active in movies from 1914 to 1929. Like many film performers born before 1900, Lane had extensive prior Broadway stage or regional theatrical experience. Lane can be seen in silent films usually as a silver-haired other man or confidant. Two of his best-known roles are Dr. Lanyon in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920) and Dr. Angus McPhail in Sadie Thompson (1928).
Charles Lane Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Lane reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Lane's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 92% of Charles Lane's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Away Goes Prudence, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Lane Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Lane's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Lane has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Synthwave Horror: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Dr. Richard Lanyon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Love Nest | Ned | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Broadway Scandals | Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Saturday's Children | Mr. Henry Halevy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Canary Murder Case | Charles Spottswoode | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | Sadie Thompson | Dr. Angus McPhail | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Barbed Wire | Colonel Duval | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Service for Ladies | Robert Foster, Elizabeth's father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Married Alive | Mr. Fountain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Whirlwind of Youth | Jim Hawthorne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Music Master | Richard Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Winning of Barbara Worth | Jefferson Worth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Marriage License? | Sir John | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Mystery Club | John Cranahan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Padlocked | Monte Hermann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Blind Goddess | Judge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Outsider | Sir Jasper Sturdee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Pearl of Love | Captain Pinnel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Stella Dallas | Stephen Dallas, Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Dark Angel | Sir Hubert Vane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Marriage Whirl | Rueben Hale | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Romola | Baldassar Calvo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Second Youth | Weeks Twombly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The White Sister | Prince Chiaromonte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | How Women Love | Ogden Ward | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Broadway Rose | Peter Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Fascination | Eduardo de Lisa (her father) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Without Limit | Clement Palter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Great Adventure | Charles Oxford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Restless Sex | John Cleland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Branded Woman | Herbert Averill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Guilty of Love | Goddard Townsend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Away Goes Prudence | Mr. Thorne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Dr. Richard Lanyon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Wanted: A Husband | Tom Harmon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Ruggles of Red Gap | Earl of Brinstead | Super Hit | Similar → |
Charles Lane - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Lane?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Lane is "Away Goes Prudence" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Lane acted in?
Charles Lane has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Lane?
Other notable films include "Married Alive", "Second Youth", and "Marriage License?".