John Litel (December 30, 1892 – February 3, 1972) was an American film and television actor.During World War I, Litel enlisted in the French Army and was twice decorated for bravery.Back in the U.S. after the war, Litel enrolled in the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and began his stage career. In 1929, he started appearing in films. Part of the "Warner Bros. Stock Company" beginning in the 1930s, he appeared in dozens of Warner Bros. films.