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