Ron Randell
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Oct 8, 1918
- Died
- Jun 11, 2005 (aged 86)
- Place of birth
- Sydney, New South Wales, Austrailia
- Credits
- 79
Ron Randell (1918-1994) was an accomplished Australian actor who enjoyed a prolific career in film, television, and theater. Born in Sydney, Randell discovered his passion for acting at a young age and began honing his craft through local productions before transitioning to the professional stage.
In the 1940s, Randell made his film debut in the Australian movie "Forty Thousand Horsemen" and quickly garnered recognition for his charismatic on-screen presence. He went on to appear in numerous Australian films throughout the decade, solidifying his status as a rising star in his home country.
Seeking to expand his horizons, Randell relocated to the United States in the early 1950s, where he continued to build an impressive body of work. He landed roles in a variety of Hollywood productions, including the war drama "I'll Cry Tomorrow" and the western "Run of the Arrow." Randell's versatility as an actor allowed him to seamlessly transition between leading and supporting roles, and he became known for his ability to bring depth and nuance to even the most minor characters.
Beyond his film work, Randell was also a fixture on American television, appearing in guest spots on popular shows like "The Fugitive," "Gunsmoke," and "Mission: Impossible." His talents were further recognized with a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in the 1956 film "I'll Cry Tomorrow."
Throughout his prolific career, Ron Randell maintained a strong connection to his Australian roots, often incorporating elements of his heritage into his performances.
Known for
Filmography
That's Dancing!
1985Movie
From 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)
Exposed
1983Movie
Curt
Lovers and Friends
1977TV
The Protectors
1972TV
Jim Palmer
Whity
1971Movie
Benjamin Nicholson
The Young Rebels
1970TV
The Mod Squad
1968TV
Man in a Suitcase
1967TV
Mannix
1967TV
Mission: Impossible
1966TV
Charles Buckman
Savage Pampas
1966Movie
Padrón
The F.B.I.
1965TV
Ed Benson
The Wild Wild West
1965TV
Legend of a Gunfighter
1964Movie
Al Nutting
Das Haus auf dem Hügel
1964Movie
Allan Wilton, Kriminalkommissar
Bewitched
1964TV
Bob Frazer
Espionage
1963TV
Kenneth Dearing
The Outer Limits
1963TV
Henderson James
Gold for the Caesars
1963Movie
Centurion Rufus
Follow the Boys
1963Movie
Ben
The Longest Day
1962Movie
Joe Williams
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
1962TV
Tommy Bonn
King of Kings
1961Movie
Lucius
Most Dangerous Man Alive
1961Movie
Eddie Candell
The Americans
1961TV
Checkmate
1960TV
Ron Randell
Adventures in Paradise
1959TV
Malleson
Bonanza
1959TV
Carleton Ames
One Step Beyond
1959TV
Bill Dermott
Rawhide
1959TV
Mal Thorner
Davy
1958Movie
George
The Story of Esther Costello
1957Movie
Frank Wenzel
The Girl in Black Stockings
1957Movie
Edmund Parry
Perry Mason
1957TV
Hubert Ambrose
O.S.S.
1957TV
Overseas Press Club - Exclusive!
1957TV
Lt. David Hamilton
Code 3
1957TV
The Strange Case of Dr. Manning
1957Movie
Nick Logan
The Hostage
1956Movie
Bill Trailer
Beyond Mombasa
1956Movie
Eliot Hastings
The She-Creature
1956Movie
Police Lt. Ed James
Bermuda Affair
1956Movie
Chuck Walters
Quincannon, Frontier Scout
1956Movie
Capt. Bell
Telephone Time
1956TV
Desert Sands
1955Movie
Pvt. Havers
The 20th Century Fox Hour
1955TV
Gunsmoke
1955TV
Portis
I Am a Camera
1955Movie
Clive Mortimer
The Millionaire
1955TV
Rafe Peterson, Georges Sorel
Final Column
1955Movie
The Yellow Robe
1954Movie
Mark Saber
1954TV
Host
Kiss Me Kate
1953Movie
Cole Porter
The Girl on the Pier
1953Movie
Nick Lane
The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse
1953TV
City Detective
1953TV
The Mississippi Gambler
1953Movie
George Elwood
Captive Women
1952Movie
Riddon, chief of the Mutates
Cavalcade of America
1952TV
Four Star Playhouse
1952TV
Peter Jeffries
The Brigand
1952Movie
Capt. Ruiz
China Corsair
1951Movie
Paul Lowell
Lorna Doone
1951Movie
Tom Faggus
Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard
1950Movie
Simon Langdon
Lux Video Theatre
1950TV
Steve Collins
Tyrant of the Sea
1950Movie
Eric Hawkins
The Lone Wolf and His Lady
1949Movie
Michael Lanyard
Omoo-Omoo the Shark God
1949Movie
Jeff Garland
Make Believe Ballroom
1949Movie
Leslie Todd
The Loves of Carmen
1948Movie
Andrés
The Mating of Millie
1948Movie
Ralph Galloway
The Sign of the Ram
1948Movie
Dr. Simon Crowdy
It Had to Be You
1947Movie
Oliver Harrington
Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back
1947Movie
Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
Bulldog Drummond at Bay
1947Movie
Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
A Son Is Born
1946Movie
David Graham
Pacific Adventure
1946Movie
Charles Kingsford-Smith
To Have and Have Not
1945Movie
Naval Ensign (uncredited)
100,000 Cobbers
1942Movie