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Jay Marchant

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Jay Marchant
Born(1888-01-07)January 7, 1888
DiedJune 14, 1962(1962-06-14) (aged 74)
Occupation(s)Film director, actor
Years active1921-1925

Jay Marchant (January 7, 1888 – June 14, 1962) was an American film director and actor of the silent era. He directed 22 films between 1921 and 1925, including five film serials for the Universal Film Manufacturing Company. He was born in Tripp County, South Dakota and died in Los Angeles County, California.

Career

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In 1923, Marchant directed the Western serial film The Ghost City.[1]

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Universal Starts on New Serial". Los Angeles Times. August 24, 1923. Part II, p. 11. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
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