Francis J. Grandon | |
|---|---|
 The Moving Picture World, 1916 | |
| Born | 1879 Chicago, Illinois United States |
| Died | July 11, 1929 (aged 49–50) Los Angeles, California United States |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director |
| Years active | 1895–1925 |
| Spouse | Helen S. Grandon |
Francis J. Grandon (1879 – July 11, 1929) was an American silent film actor and director who acted in almost 100 films and directed over 100. Frank Grandon's obituary, printed in newspapers from coast-to- coast, called him "the father of movie serial motion pictures" and a mentor to many young film stars.[1]
- ^ "Francis J. Grandon", The New York Times, July 13, 1929; pg. 7