Edward Laemmle

Edward Laemmle
Laemmle in 1920
Born (1887-10-25)October 25, 1887
Chicago, Illinois
Died April 2, 1937(1937-04-02) (aged 49)
Los Angeles, California
Occupation Film director
Years active 1920–1935

Edward Laemmle (October 25, 1887 – April 2, 1937) was an American film director of the silent era. He directed 62 films between 1920 and 1935.

Biography

Edward Laemmle was born in Chicago, Illinois and died in Los Angeles. He was the nephew of Carl Laemmle, founder of Universal Studios. His half sister was Carla Laemmle, dancer and actress and his brother was director Ernst Laemmle. He married Peppi Heller on April 8, 1923; the couple had two girls, Constance and Carlotta, and settled in Beverly Hills, California.

Selected filmography


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