George Washington Jeske (February 22, 1891 – October 28, 1951) was an American screenwriter, director, and actor.

Career

Jeske was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1891. He was one of the original Keystone Cops for Mack Sennett. He wrote for more than 50 films between 1926 and 1946, including the Torchy film series with Ray Cooke in the title role. He also directed 37 films between 1922 and 1933. He died in Los Angeles, California.

Selected filmography