Sidney Olcott

Born: 1873-09-20

Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Biography

John Sidney Olcott was a Canadian-born film producer, director, actor and screenwriter. After making a number of very successful films for the Kalem studio, including "Ben Hur" (1907) with its dramatic chariot race scene, Olcott became the company's president and was rewarded with one share of its stock.

Known For

Ben Hur
From the Manger to the Cross
Timothy's Quest
Monsieur Beaucaire
The Moth and the Flame
Madame Butterfly
The White Black Sheep
The Humming Bird
Marriage for Convenience
Evangeline

Top Movie Credits

Ben Hur Director
Evangeline Director