Douglas Walton (actor)

Douglas Walton (1910-1961) was a Canadian-born actor who primarily worked in American films during the 1930s and 1940s. He was often cast in supporting roles, frequently portraying charming, often slightly dubious, characters.

Walton began his acting career on stage before transitioning to film. His notable film credits include Little Women (1933) as Brooke, The Count of Monte Cristo (1934) as Beauchamp, Bride of Frankenstein (1935) as Percy Shelley, The Mystery of Edwin Drood (1935) as Neville Landless, Mary of Scotland (1936) as Lord Darnley, and The Life of Emile Zola (1937) as Pierre Brétonneux. He also appeared in numerous B-movies and serials.

Though he never achieved leading man status, Walton was a reliable and versatile character actor known for his distinct voice and refined presence. His career slowed down in the late 1940s, and he made his final film appearance in 1951. He died in 1961 at the age of 51.