Arthur Housman


Arthur Housman was an American actor in films during both the silent film era and the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Career

Initially a leading man, Housman later became known as Hollywood's most familiar comic drunkard in films of the 1930s, usually playing cameo parts in features but with better opportunities in short films. His best remembered roles were in several Laurel and Hardy films, notably Scram!, Our Relations and The Live Ghost. Housman was thought to have an offscreen drinking problem, as well, but he continued appearing in films until his death, his final role was in the low-budget exploitation film Escort Girl made in 1941.

Death

Housman died of pneumonia at age 52. He was married to Ellen Grubley from 1919 until his death in 1942.

Selected filmography