Ron Randell
Born
October 8, 1918
Died
June 11, 2005 (86 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Sydney, New South Wales, Austrailia
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
That's Dancing!
From 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)
1985
Exposed
Curt
1983
Lovers and Friends
(90 episodes)
1977
The Protectors
Jim Palmer · (1 episode)
1972
Whity
Benjamin Nicholson
1971
The Young Rebels
(1 episode)
1970
The Mod Squad
(1 episode)
1968
Man in a Suitcase
(2 episodes)
1967
Mannix
(1 episode)
1967
Mission: Impossible
Charles Buckman · (2 episodes)
1966
Savage Pampas
Padrón
1966
The F.B.I.
Ed Benson · (1 episode)
1965
The Wild Wild West
(1 episode)
1965
Legend of a Gunfighter
Al Nutting
1964
Das Haus auf dem Hügel
Allan Wilton, Kriminalkommissar
1964
Bewitched
Bob Frazer · (2 episodes)
1964
The Outer Limits
Henderson James · (1 episode)
1963
Gold for the Caesars
Centurion Rufus
1963
Follow the Boys
Ben
1963
The Longest Day
Joe Williams
1962
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Tommy Bonn · (1 episode)
1962
King of Kings
Lucius
1961
Most Dangerous Man Alive
Eddie Candell
1961
The Americans
(1 episode)
1961
Checkmate
Ron Randell · (1 episode)
1960
Adventures in Paradise
Malleson · (1 episode)
1959
One Step Beyond
Bill Dermott · (1 episode)
1959
Rawhide
Mal Thorner · (1 episode)
1959
Davy
George
1958
The Story of Esther Costello
Frank Wenzel
1957
The Girl in Black Stockings
Edmund Parry
1957
Perry Mason
Hubert Ambrose · (1 episode)
1957
O.S.S.
(26 episodes)
1957
Code 3
(1 episode)
1957
The Strange Case of Dr. Manning
Nick Logan
1957
The Hostage
Bill Trailer
1956
Beyond Mombasa
Eliot Hastings
1956
The She-Creature
Police Lt. Ed James
1956
Bermuda Affair
Chuck Walters
1956
Quincannon, Frontier Scout
Capt. Bell
1956
Telephone Time
(1 episode)
1956
Desert Sands
Pvt. Havers
1955
The 20th Century Fox Hour
(1 episode)
1955
Gunsmoke
Portis · (1 episode)
1955
I Am a Camera
Clive Mortimer
1955
The Millionaire
Rafe Peterson · (1 episode)
1955
The Millionaire
Georges Sorel · (1 episode)
1955
Mark Saber
(74 episodes)
1954
Kiss Me Kate
Cole Porter
1953
The Girl on the Pier
Nick Lane
1953
The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse
(1 episode)
1953
City Detective
(1 episode)
1953
The Mississippi Gambler
George Elwood
1953
Captive Women
Riddon, chief of the Mutates
1952
Cavalcade of America
(1 episode)
1952
Four Star Playhouse
Peter Jeffries · (1 episode)
1952
The Brigand
Capt. Ruiz
1952
China Corsair
Paul Lowell
1951
Lorna Doone
Tom Faggus
1951
Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard
Simon Langdon
1950
Lux Video Theatre
Steve Collins · (1 episode)
1950
Tyrant of the Sea
Eric Hawkins
1950
The Lone Wolf and His Lady
Michael Lanyard
1949
Omoo-Omoo the Shark God
Jeff Garland
1949
Make Believe Ballroom
Leslie Todd
1949
The Loves of Carmen
Andrés
1948
The Mating of Millie
Ralph Galloway
1948
The Sign of the Ram
Dr. Simon Crowdy
1948
It Had to Be You
Oliver H. P. Harrington
1947
Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back
Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
1947
Bulldog Drummond at Bay
Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
1947
A Son Is Born
David Graham
1946
Pacific Adventure
Charles Kingsford-Smith
1946
To Have and Have Not
Naval Ensign (uncredited)
1945
100,000 Cobbers
1942