Lon Chaney Sr

Lon Chaney (1 April 1883 – 26 August1930) was an American stage and film actor, make-up artist, director and screenwriter. He was known as “The Man of a Thousand Faces” for his diverse range of film roles which he created through his mastery of makeup.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 1923 scene
Films

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 1923

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 1923 stars Lon Chaney Sr as Quasimodo, the medieval hunchback who longs for the affections of the beautiful gypsy girl Esmerelda.

Scene from The Phantom of the Opera 1925
Films

The Phantom of the Opera 1925

The Phantom of the Opera 1925 was one of Lon Chaney Sr’s defining roles. His portrayal of the hideous Erik the Phantom has brought terror to audiences for almost a century!