Harry Eugene Roach Sr. professionally known as Hal Roach, was an American film and television producer, director, and actor who was active from the 1910s to the 1990s. He is remembered today for producing a number of successes including the Laurel and Hardy franchise, the films of entertainer Charley Chase, and the Our Gang film comedy series.

Hal Roach

Production Born January 13, 1892 – Died November 2, 1992 Elmira, New York, USA

Harry Eugene Roach Sr. professionally known as Hal Roach, was an American film and television producer, director, and actor who was active from the 1910s to the 1990s. He is remembered today for producing a number of successes including the Laurel and Hardy franchise, the films of entertainer Charley Chase, and the Our Gang film comedy series.

Known For

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

Self

Hollywood

Self

Sons of the Desert

Bit Part (uncredited)

Hollywood '84

Self

Hollywood Uncensored

Self

Laurel & Hardy: Their Lives and Magic

Self (archive footage)

The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies

Self (archive footage)

George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey

Self

Cinecittà Babilonia: Sex, Drugs and Black Shirts

Self - Producer (archive footage)

The Magic Cloak of Oz

The Cowardly Lion (uncredited)

Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story

Self (uncredited)

Samson

Bearded Philistine Extra (uncredited)