Brock Peters
Biography
Brock Peters was an American actor born George Fisher on July 2, 1927, in Harlem, New York City, New York, USA. He gained recognition for his roles in various films, including To Kill a Mockingbird, Porgy and Bess, and Soylent Green. Peters also appeared in Star Trek feature films and the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He is known for his portrayal of characters such as Tom Robinson, "Crown," Fleet Admiral Cartwright, and Joseph Sisko. Peters passed away on August 23, 2005, at the age of 78. Throughout his career, he accumulated 114 known credits, primarily in acting.
Career overview
Brock Peters was an American actor known for his work in film and television. He began his career in the entertainment industry, appearing in various roles. Peters gained recognition for his portrayal of Tom Robinson in the 1962 film To Kill a Mockingbird. He also appeared in the 1959 film version of Porgy and Bess, where he played the role of "Crown".
In addition to his film work, Peters had notable roles in television productions. He appeared in two Star Trek feature films, playing the character of Fleet Admiral Cartwright. Peters also played the role of Joseph Sisko, the father of Benjamin Sisko, in the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. His character in the 1973 film Soylent Green was Hatcher.
Throughout his career, Peters accumulated a significant number of credits, with over 114 known roles. He was active in the entertainment industry for many years, appearing in a variety of films and television shows. Peters' work spanned several decades, with his career continuing until his death in 2005.
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120 titles- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty (2003) as Self
- The Wild Thornberrys Movie (2002) as Jomo (voice)
- The Locket (2002) as Henry McCord
- The Last Place on Earth (2002) as Jack Field
- 10,000 Black Men Named George (2002) as Leon Frey
- Samurai Jack (2001) as Lazzor (Elder) (voice)
- The Legend of Tarzan (2001) as (voice)
- The Legend of Tarzan (2001) as Usula (voice)
- Static Shock (2000) as Morris Grant / Soul Power (voice)
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Dr. Jomo / Poacher (voice)
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Jomo (voice)
- Park Day (1998) as Heseeit Turner
- Fearful Symmetry (1998) as Self
- Johnny Bravo (1997) as Chronos (voice)
- Spicy City (1997) as Bird (voice)
- The Pretender (1996) as Henry Cockran
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as The Shaman (voice)
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Masai (voice)
- Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm (1996) as Ramath (voice)
- Ghosts of Mississippi (1996) as Walter Williams
- Aaahh!!! Real Monsters (1994) as The Pool (voice)
- Aaahh!!! Real Monsters (1994) as Snorch's Voicebox (voice)
- Cosmic Slop (1994) as Minister Coombs (segment 'Space Traders')
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Joseph Sisko
- SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron (1993) as Dark Kat (voice)
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Lucius Fox (voice)
- Highway Heartbreaker (1992) as Bert Quinn
- You Must Remember This (1992) as Gus
- The Secret (1992) as Thurgood 'Uncle T.' Carver III
- The Importance of Being Earnest (1992) as Doctor Chasuble
- The Commish (1991)
- Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991) as Admiral Cartwright
- The Pirates of Dark Water (1991) as Bloth (voice)
- Pacific Station (1991) as Ray Taylor
- Alligator 2: The Mutation (1991) as Chief Speed
- Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990) as Mammoth (voice)
- Gravedale High (1990) as Boneyard (voice)
- The Great Los Angeles Earthquake (1990) as David Motubu
- Polly (1989) as Mr. Pendergast
- To Heal a Nation (1988) as Paul Turner
- Broken Angel (1988) as Sgt. Mercurio
- DuckTales (1987) as Druid (voice)
- Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986) as Admiral Cartwright
- Samson and Delilah (1986) as Priest (voice)
- Galtar and the Golden Lance (1985) as Tormack (voice)
- Puss in Boots (1985) as Ogre
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Thornton Bentley
- Challenge of the GoBots (1984)
- A Caribbean Mystery (1983) as Dr. Graham
- Cagney & Lacey (1982)
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Guest Interviewee
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Ogre
- A House Divided: Denmark Vesey's Rebellion (1982) as Morris Brown
- The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1981) as Jim
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as President Kole
- Roots: The Next Generations (1979) as Ab Dekker
- The Incredible Journey of Doctor Meg Laurel (1979) as Joe
- Battlestar Galactica (1978) as Chief Opposer Solon
- Black Beauty (1978) as Mr. Carmichael
- SST: Death Flight (1978) as Dr. Ralph Therman
- Abe Lincoln: Freedom Fighter (1978) as Henry
- The Million Dollar Dixie Deliverance (1978) as Zechariah
- Seventh Avenue (1977) as Sgt. Rollins
- Quincy, M.E. (1976)
- The Bionic Woman (1976)
- Two-Minute Warning (1976) as Paul
- Baretta (1975)
- Framed (1975) as Sam Perry
- Mahalia (1975) as Narrator
- Lost in the Stars (1974) as Stephen Kumalo
- Tight as a Drum (1974) as Bill Evans
- Police Story (1973)
- Soylent Green (1973) as Chief Hatcher
- Slaughter's Big Rip-Off (1973) as Reynolds
- Five on the Black Hand Side (1973) Producer
- A Look at the World of 'Soylent Green' (1973) as Self
- The Streets of San Francisco (1972) as Jacob Willis / Earl Barnes
- Black Girl (1972) as Earl
- Welcome Home, Johnny Bristol (1972) as Berdahl
- Night Gallery (1970) as Logoda (segment "Logoda's Heads")
- McCloud (1970)
- Jack Johnson (1970) as Jack Johnson (voice)
- The McMasters (1970) as Benjie
- Medical Center (1969)
- The Mod Squad (1968) as Johnny Pell
- The Outcasts (1968)
- Ace High (1968) as Thomas
- P.J. (1968) as Waterpark
- Daring Game (1968) as Jonah
- Mannix (1967) as Sonny Carter
- Judd, for the Defense (1967)
- The Incident (1967) as Arnold Robinson
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Walter DuBruis
- Felony Squad (1966)
- The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. (1966) as King M'Bala
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Lieutenant Wallace
- The Loner (1965)
- The Trials of O'Brien (1965) as Isadore Jaconey
- Major Dundee (1965) as Aesop
- The Pawnbroker (1965) as Rodriguez
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Pompey
- The Great Adventure (1963) as Joe Bailey
- Gone Are the Days! (1963) Producer
- Heavens Above! (1963) as Matthew Robinson
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- Sam Benedict (1962) as Frank Elton
- To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) as Tom Robinson
- The L-Shaped Room (1962) as Johnny
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Snows of Kilimanjaro (1960) as Molo
- Rawhide (1959) as Phinn Harper
- Adventures in Paradise (1959) as Nicholas
- Porgy and Bess (1959) as Crowne
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
- Bloomer Girl (1956) as Alexander
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Cato
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Jesse Dillard
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as Mr. Pendergast
- Carmen Jones (1954) as Sergeant Brown
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Henry McCord
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Brock Peters best known for?
Brock Peters is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Wild Thornberrys Movie (2002), Samurai Jack (2001), Asterix at the Olympic Games (2008), Asterix at the Olympic Games (2008).
When and where was Brock Peters born?
Brock Peters was born on July 2, 1927 in Harlem, New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on August 23, 2005.
How many credits does Brock Peters have?
Brock Peters has accumulated over 120 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2003.
What is Brock Peters's background in cinema and television?
Brock Peters was an American actor born George Fisher on July 2, 1927, in Harlem, New York City, New York, USA. He gained recognition for his roles in various films, including To Kill a Mockingbird, Porgy and Bess, and Soylent Green. Peters also appeared in Star Trek feature films and the television series Star Trek: D...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Henry McCord — aged about 23
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Lucius Fox (voice) — aged about 64
- Samurai Jack (2001) as Lazzor (Elder) (voice) — aged about 73
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Guest Interviewee — aged about 54
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Ogre — aged about 54
- Static Shock (2000) as Morris Grant / Soul Power (voice) — aged about 72
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