James Gleason
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James Gleason (May 23, 1882 – April 12, 1959) was an American actor born in New York City. He is remembered for playing police Inspector Oscar Piper in a series of mystery films during the 1930s. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Max 'Pop' Corkle in the 1941 film, Here Comes Mr. Jordan.
On his passing, James Gleason was interred in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California.
[edit] Filmography
| Year | Film | Role |
| 1941 | Here Comes Mr. Jordan | Max Corkle |
| 1955 | The Night of the Hunter | Birdie Steptoe |
| 1957 | Loving You | Carl Meade |
1947 in film The Bishops Wife as Sylvester the cab driver.
