Larry Wheat, also known as Laurence or Lawrence Wheat, was an American character actor of the silent and sound film eras. Born on October 20, 1876, in Wheeling, West Virginia, he entered the film industry in 1921, with a supporting role in the film, The Land of Hope, which starred Jason Robards, Sr.. During his 27 year career he would appear in over 70 films, in small and supporting roles, many of which were unbilled.