Jack Gavin
Actor · Director
Born Dec 30, 1874 · Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Active 1910–1938
John F. Gavin was a pioneer Australian film actor and director, one of the early filmmakers of the 1910s. He is best known for making films about bushrangers such as Captain Thunderbolt, Captain Moonlite, Ben Hall and Frank Gardiner.
Filmography
The White Sheep (1924) — Nelse TylerSherlock Sleuth (1925) — Angry GuestThe Family Entrance (1925)Breakin' Loose (1925) — Jaybird WittakerShould Husbands Be Watched? (1925) — Robbery VictimHe Forgot to Remember (1926)Trooper O’Brien (1928) — DirectorThe Wages of Tin (1925)Innocent Husbands (1925) — Irate Husband (uncredited)Accidental Accidents (1924) — Pedestrian with Umbrella (uncredited)The Rat's Knuckles (1925) — Piano moverShort Kilts (1924) — McPhersonStolen Goods (1924) — Store ManagerSmithy (1924) — ForemanThe Outlaw's Daughter (1925) — Steven DaleThe Adorable Outcast (1928) — CarberryNo Father to Guide Him (1925) — Clothing Store Manager (uncredited)Looking for Sally (1925) — Hotel ManagerApril Fool (1924) — The EditorYes, Yes, Nanette (1925) — The fatherAll Wet (1924) — Piano MoverPowder and Smoke (1924) — The SheriffA Ten-Minute Egg (1924) — Desk clerkOutdoor Pajamas (1924) — The Bride's Father