
Ron Randell
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1918-10-08
Day of Death
2005-06-11 (86 years old)
Place of Birth
Sydney, New South Wales, Austrailia
Ron Randell
Biography
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.
Acting
(1985)
That's Dancing!
as From 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)
(1983)
Exposed
as Curt
(1971)
Whity
as Benjamin Nicholson
(1966)
Savage Pampas
as Padrón
(1964)
Legend of a Gunfighter
as Al Nutting
(1964)
Das Haus auf dem Hügel
as Allan Wilton, Kriminalkommissar
(1963)
Follow the Boys
as Ben
(1963)
Gold for the Caesars
as Centurion Rufus
(1962)
The Longest Day
as Joe Williams
(1961)
King of Kings
as Lucius
(1961)
Most Dangerous Man Alive
as Eddie Candell
(1958)
Davy
as George
(1957)
The Story of Esther Costello
as Frank Wenzel
(1957)
The Girl in Black Stockings
as Edmund Parry
(1957)
The Strange Case of Dr. Manning
as Nick Logan
(1956)
The She-Creature
as Police Lt. Ed James
(1956)
Beyond Mombasa
as Eliot Hastings
(1956)
Quincannon, Frontier Scout
as Capt. Bell
(1956)
Bermuda Affair
as Chuck Walters
(1956)
The Hostage
as Bill Trailer
(1955)
Desert Sands
as Pvt. Havers
(1955)
I Am a Camera
as Clive Mortimer
(1953)
Kiss Me Kate
as Cole Porter
(1953)
The Mississippi Gambler
as George Elwood
(1953)
The Girl on the Pier
as Nick Lane
(1952)
The Brigand
as Capt. Ruiz
(1952)
Captive Women
as Riddon, chief of the Mutates
(1951)
Lorna Doone
as Tom Faggus
(1951)
China Corsair
as Paul Lowell
(1950)
Tyrant of the Sea
as Eric Hawkins
(1950)
Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard
as Simon Langdon
(1949)
The Lone Wolf and His Lady
as Michael Lanyard
(1949)
Omoo-Omoo the Shark God
as Jeff Garland
(1949)
Make Believe Ballroom
as Leslie Todd
(1948)
The Loves of Carmen
as Andrés
(1948)
The Sign of the Ram
as Dr. Simon Crowdy
(1948)
The Mating of Millie
as Ralph Galloway
(1947)
It Had to Be You
as Oliver H. P. Harrington
(1947)
Bulldog Drummond at Bay
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
(1947)
Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
(1946)
A Son Is Born
as David Graham
(1946)
Pacific Adventure
as Charles Kingsford-Smith
(1945)
To Have and Have Not
as Naval Ensign (uncredited)
(1942)