The actor, Owen Nares, was born on August 11, 1888 in England as Owens Ramsey Nares. One of the favorite actors of the silent movie era in the UK, Owen Nares first appeared on film in "Dandy Donovan" (1914).

Owen Nares was married to actress Marie Pollini.

While visiting the birthplace of the actress, Sarah Siddons, Owen Nares had a heart attack in the very room in which Sarah had been born. He died shortly thereafter, on July 30, 1943. He was only 55 years old.

Owen Nares was a featured actor in many movies. Below is just a small sampling:

• 1917 - Flames
• 1916 - Just A Girl
• 1916 - Milestones
• 1920 - All the Winners
• 1919 - Edge O'Beyond
• 1930 - Loose Ends
• 1927 - This Marriage Business
• 1933 - One Precious Year
• 1933 - Discord
• 1938 - The Loves of Madame Dubarry
• 1937 - The Show Goes On