Roman Bohnen
Born
November 24, 1901
Died
February 24, 1949 (47 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
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

Mr. Soft Touch
Barney Teener
1949

Kazan
Maitlin
1949

Joan of Arc
Durand Laxart, Joan's Uncle
1948

Night Has a Thousand Eyes
Special Prosecutor Melville Weston
1948

Arch of Triumph
Dr. Veber
1948

Open Secret
Roy Locke
1948

For You I Die
Smitty
1947

Song of Love
Dr. Hoffman
1947

Brute Force
Warden A.J. Barnes
1947

California
Col. Stuart
1947

The Best Years of Our Lives
Pat Derry
1946

Two Years Before the Mast
Macklin
1946

The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
Mr. O'Neil
1946

Winter Wonderland
Timothy Wheeler
1946

The Hoodlum Saint
Father O'Doul
1946

Deadline at Dawn
Frantic Man with Injured Cat
1946

Miss Susie Slagle's
Dean Wingate
1946

A Bell for Adano
Carl Erba - Cart Man
1945

Counter-Attack
Kostyuk
1945

None But the Lonely Heart
Dad Pettyjohn
1944

The Hairy Ape
Paddy
1944

The Hitler Gang
Captain Ernst Röhm
1944

The Song of Bernadette
François Soubirous
1943

Mission to Moscow
Mr. Krestinsky
1943

Edge of Darkness
Lars Malken
1943

The Hard Way
Sam Chernen (Uncredited)
1943

Grand Central Murder
Ramon
1942

The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine
Tom Forbes
1942

Young America
Mr. Barnes
1942

The Bugle Sounds
Mr. Leech
1942

Appointment for Love
Dr. Gunther
1941

The Tell-Tale Heart
Old Man
1941

They Dare Not Love
Baron Shafter
1941
Ghost Treasure
Pete Wilkins (uncredited)
1941

So Ends Our Night
Mr. Kern
1941

Of Mice and Men
Candy
1939

Vogues of 1938
Morgan's Lawyer
1937