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American film director (1873–1938)
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Arthur Hotaling
Sketch of Hotaling "explaining the gentle art of throwing a custard pie"
BornFebruary 3, 1873
New York City
DiedJuly 13, 1938
California, USA
OccupationFilm director
Years active1910–1928

Arthur Douglas Hotaling (February 3, 1873 – July 13, 1938) was an American film director, producer and writer. He directed 113 films between 1910 and 1928, including the 1914 film Outwitting Dad, which featured the onscreen debut of Oliver Hardy.

Hotaling was born in New York City. In August 1902 he married Maye Shearor who became the silent film actress Mae Hotely, her stage name was a play on his name. She appeared in some of his films and he also acted in some of them.

He worked for Lubin for 11 years including time at the company's Jacksonville film studio. He died in California from a heart attack.

Selected filmography

As a director:

As an actor:

As writer:

  • A Day on the Force

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