Roman Bohnen
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1901-11-24
Day of Death
1949-02-24 (47 years old)
Place of Birth
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Roman Bohnen
Biography
Roman Bohnen, born November 24, 1901, was a distinguished American character actor renowned for his versatility and powerful performances. His career spanned both stage and screen, earning acclaim for his roles in Broadway productions like "The Ladder" and "Johnny Johnson." Bohnen's impactful presence extended to film, notably in classics such as "Of Mice and Men," where his portrayal of the compassionate George earned critical praise. His depth and ability to embody multifaceted characters made him a respected figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Bohnen's legacy persists through his indelible contributions to the entertainment industry, showcasing an enduring talent that continues to influence actors and audiences alike.
Known For
Acting
(1949)
Mr. Soft Touch
as Barney Teener
(1949)
Kazan
as Maitlin
(1948)
Joan of Arc
as Durand Laxart, Joan's Uncle
(1948)
Night Has a Thousand Eyes
as Special Prosecutor Melville Weston
(1948)
Open Secret
as Roy Locke
(1948)
Arch of Triumph
as Dr. Veber
(1947)
Brute Force
as Warden A.J. Barnes
(1947)
California
as Col. Stuart
(1947)
Song of Love
as Dr. Hoffman
(1947)
For You I Die
as Smitty
(1946)
The Best Years of Our Lives
as Pat Derry
(1946)
The Hoodlum Saint
as Father O'Doul
(1946)
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
as Mr. O'Neil
(1946)
Deadline at Dawn
as Frantic Man with Injured Cat
(1946)
Winter Wonderland
as Timothy Wheeler
(1946)
Two Years Before the Mast
as Macklin
(1946)
Miss Susie Slagle's
as Dean Wingate
(1945)
A Bell for Adano
as Carl Erba - Cart Man
(1945)
Counter-Attack
as Kostyuk
(1944)
The Hitler Gang
as Captain Ernst Röhm
(1944)
None But the Lonely Heart
as Dad Pettyjohn
(1944)
The Hairy Ape
as Paddy
(1943)
Mission to Moscow
as Mr. Krestinsky
(1943)
The Song of Bernadette
as François Soubirous
(1943)
Edge of Darkness
as Lars Malken
(1943)
The Hard Way
as Sam Chernen (Uncredited)
(1942)
Grand Central Murder
as Ramon
(1942)
The Bugle Sounds
as Mr. Leech
(1942)
Young America
as Mr. Barnes
(1942)
The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine
as Tom Forbes
(1941)
They Dare Not Love
as Baron Shafter
(1941)
Appointment for Love
as Dr. Gunther
(1941)
So Ends Our Night
as Mr. Kern
(1941)
Ghost Treasure
as Pete Wilkins (uncredited)
(1941)
The Tell-Tale Heart
as Old Man
(1939)
Of Mice and Men
as Candy
(1937)
Vogues of 1938
as Morgan's Lawyer