Robert F. McGowan

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Born
July 11, 1882
Died
January 27, 1955

Robert F. McGowan started life in Denver, CO, intent on becoming the next Thomas A. Edison, but when inventing failed to bring fortune and/or fame, he became a fireman. He worked for the Denver Fire Department until he suffered a serious on-the-job injury at age 30 that nearly cost him a leg. During…

Actor

Railroadin'(1929)as Limited Passenger who Stumbles
The Rip Snorter(1925)as 'Cole Slaw' Randall
The Diamond Bandit(1924)as Lorenzo's Lieutenant
Back Stage(1923)as Startled pedestrian
A Pleasant Journey(1923)as Pedestrian who bumps into Farina

Production Manager

Dog Heaven(1927)

Second Unit or Assistant Director

Twin Beds(1920)

Archive Footage

The Our Gang Story(1994)as Self