Charles Villiers was an Australian actor and occasional director who appeared in many silent films. According to a contemporary report, "there is probably no actor in Australia that has done more consistent picture work than Mr. Villiers, both as heavy lead, and director."[1] He was particularly well known for playing villains.[2]
In 1912 Villiers managed Lytton's Picture Stadium in Orange.[1][3]
Villiers started working in films for the Australian Photoplay Company for whom he was one of their main actors. He then made a series of films for the Fraser Film Release and Photographic Company.
In 1914 he toured for 12 months with the Oliver Dramatic Company.[4]
Beaumont Smith later estimated Villiers appeared in more than 60 silent films.[5]
His wife was also an actor.[6]