Arthur Hotaling

Arthur Douglas Hotaling
Sketch of Hotaling "explaining the gentle art of throwing a custard pie"
Born	February 3, 1873 New York City
Died	July 13, 1938 California, USA
Occupation	Film director
Years active	1910–1928

Arthur 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.

In August 1902 he married the silent film actress Mae Hotely, who created her stage name as a play on his. He was born in New York City, and died in California from a heart attack.

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