Charles K. French (born Charles Ekrauss French or Charles E. Krauss;[1][2] January 17, 1860 – August 2, 1952[citation needed] ) was an American film actor, screenwriter and director who appeared in more than 240 films between 1909 and 1945.

French was born in Columbus, Ohio, and graduated from Columbus High School.

He married Isabelle Gurton.

[2] French's film debut came in Davey Crockett (1906).

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