Biography

Sidney Toler (born Hooper G. Toler Jr.; April 28, 1874 – February 12, 1947) was an American actor, playwright and theatre director. The second European-American actor to play the role of Charlie Chan on screen, he is best remembered for his portrayal of the Chinese-American detective in 22 films made between 1938 and 1946. Before becoming Chan, Toler played supporting roles in 50 motion pictures and was a highly regarded comic actor on the Broadway stage.

Known For

That's Entertainment!

(archive footage) (uncredited)

Charlie Chan in the Secret Service

Charlie Chan

The Gorgeous Hussy

Daniel Webster

Call of the Wild

Joe Groggins

Blonde Venus

Detective Wilson

Isle of Forgotten Sins

Capt. Krogan aka Carruthers

The World Changes

Mr. Hodgens

The World Changes

Mr. Hodgens, a Banker (uncredited)