Ron Randell
- Teen actor
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.
Acted in
That's Dancing!
1985
as From 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)
Exposed
1983
as Curt
Lovers and Friends
1977
The Protectors
1972
as Jim Palmer
Whity
1971
as Benjamin Nicholson
The Young Rebels
1970
The Mod Squad
1968
Man in a Suitcase
1967
Mannix
1967
Mission: Impossible
1966
as Charles Buckman
Savage Pampas
1966
as Padrón
The F.B.I.
1965
as Ed Benson
The Wild Wild West
1965
Legend of a Gunfighter
1964
as Al Nutting
Das Haus auf dem Hügel
1964
as Allan Wilton, Kriminalkommissar
Bewitched
1964
as Bob Frazer
The Outer Limits
1963
as Henderson James
Gold for the Caesars
1963
as Centurion Rufus
Follow the Boys
1963
as Ben
The Longest Day
1962
as Joe Williams
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
1962
as Tommy Bonn
King of Kings
1961
as Lucius
Most Dangerous Man Alive
1961
as Eddie Candell
The Americans
1961
Checkmate
1960
as Ron Randell
Adventures in Paradise
1959
as Malleson
One Step Beyond
1959
as Bill Dermott
Rawhide
1959
as Mal Thorner
Davy
1958
as George
The Story of Esther Costello
1957
as Frank Wenzel
The Girl in Black Stockings
1957
as Edmund Parry
Perry Mason
1957
as Hubert Ambrose
O.S.S.
1957
Code 3
1957
The Strange Case of Dr. Manning
1957
as Nick Logan
The Hostage
1956
as Bill Trailer
Beyond Mombasa
1956
as Eliot Hastings
The She-Creature
1956
as Police Lt. Ed James
Bermuda Affair
1956
as Chuck Walters
Quincannon, Frontier Scout
1956
as Capt. Bell
Telephone Time
1956
Desert Sands
1955
as Pvt. Havers
The 20th Century Fox Hour
1955
Gunsmoke
1955
as Portis
I Am a Camera
1955
as Clive Mortimer
The Millionaire
1955
as Rafe Peterson
The Millionaire
1955
as Georges Sorel
Mark Saber
1954
Kiss Me Kate
1953
as Cole Porter
The Girl on the Pier
1953
as Nick Lane
The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse
1953
City Detective
1953
The Mississippi Gambler
1953
as George Elwood
Captive Women
1952
as Riddon, chief of the Mutates
Cavalcade of America
1952
Four Star Playhouse
1952
as Peter Jeffries
The Brigand
1952
as Capt. Ruiz
China Corsair
1951
as Paul Lowell
Lorna Doone
1951
as Tom Faggus
Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard
1950
as Simon Langdon
Lux Video Theatre
1950
as Steve Collins
Tyrant of the Sea
1950
as Eric Hawkins
The Lone Wolf and His Lady
1949
as Michael Lanyard
Omoo-Omoo the Shark God
1949
as Jeff Garland
Make Believe Ballroom
1949
as Leslie Todd
The Loves of Carmen
1948
as Andrés
The Mating of Millie
1948
as Ralph Galloway
The Sign of the Ram
1948
as Dr. Simon Crowdy
It Had to Be You
1947
as Oliver H. P. Harrington
Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back
1947
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
Bulldog Drummond at Bay
1947
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
A Son Is Born
1946
as David Graham
Pacific Adventure
1946
as Charles Kingsford-Smith
To Have and Have Not
1945
as Naval Ensign (uncredited)
100,000 Cobbers
1942