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Rayart Pictures

American film studio

Rayart Pictures was one of the early film production and distribution companies, independent from the major Hollywood studios in the United States, during the later silent film era from the mid-to-late 1920s and into the sound era in 1929 and 1930. Rayart was established by W. Ray Johnston in 1924, after whom the company was named.2 It ceased to exist in 1933.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1924Founded1

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Rayart Pictures was one of the early film production and distribution companies, independent from the major Hollywood studios in the United States, during the later silent film era from the mid-to-late 1920s and into the sound era in 1929 and 1930. Rayart was established by W. Ray Johnston in 1924, after whom the company was named.2

The story

Founded by W. Ray Johnston in 1924.1

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Timeline

  1. 1933Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1924Founded Founded1

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