| S. Rankin Drew | |
|---|---|
| Born | Sidney Rankin Drew September 19, 1891 New York City, New York, United States |
| Died | May 19, 1918 (aged 26) France |
| Occupation | Actor Film director |
| Years active | 1913 – 1917 |
S. Rankin Drew (19 September 1891 – 19 May 1918) was an American actor and film director. He was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Sidney Drew and first cousin of the actors John Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore and Ethel Barrymore and the first cousin twice removed of Drew Barrymore.[1] He appeared in 36 films between 1913 and 1937 and directed 14 films between 1915 and 1917.
He was killed in action when his plane was shot down over France during the First World War.[2] He has a monument in Central Park.[3]