Cyril Delevanti
Biography
Cyril Delevanti was a male actor born on February 22, 1889, in London, England, UK. He appeared in 105 known credits throughout his acting career. Delevanti played a superstitious king in Adventures of Superman in 1957, and was cast as the printer Lucius Coin in the NBC western television series Jefferson in 1958, starring in all twenty-six episodes. He also appeared in The Twilight Zone, Thriller, and Monsieur Verdoux. Delevanti passed away on December 13, 1975, at the age of 86.
Career overview
Cyril Delevanti was an actor with a long career in film and television. He was born on February 22, 1889, in London, England, UK. Delevanti appeared in numerous projects throughout his career, with over 100 known credits. He was active in the entertainment industry until his death on December 13, 1975.
Delevanti's television work included appearances in several series. In 1957, he played a king in the show Adventures of Superman. He also played the role of Lucius Coin in the NBC western television series Jefferson, which consisted of twenty-six episodes in 1958. Additionally, Delevanti appeared in the TV series The Tall Man in 1960.
Delevanti's filmography includes projects such as The Twilight Zone, Thriller, and Monsieur Verdoux. These titles showcase his versatility as an actor, taking on a range of roles in different genres. Delevanti's extensive career spanned multiple decades, with a significant body of work in film and television.
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128 titles- Black Eye (1974) as Talbot
- Soylent Green (1973) as Book #4
- The Girl Most Likely To... (1973) as Chaplain
- Journey Through the Past (1972) as The Cardinal
- Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971) as Elderly Farmer
- Macho Callahan (1971) as Old man
- Night Gallery (1970) as The Old Man
- Crowhaven Farm (1970) as Harold Dane
- Love, American Style (1969) as Phil
- Love, American Style (1969) as Dr. Krikorian
- It Takes a Thief (1968) as John B. Cannon
- The Killing of Sister George (1968) as Ted Baker
- Ironside (1967) as Commodore Wallace
- Dragnet (1967) as Basil Jennings
- Counterpoint (1967) as Tartzoff
- Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feeling So Sad (1967) as Hawkins
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Cardinal Vossek
- T.H.E. Cat (1966) as Salen Grigor
- Mission: Impossible - Old Man Out (1966) as Anton Cardinal Vossek
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Ellis Pierson
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Judge Kleiner
- The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) as Melchior
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Nitashanta
- Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea (1964) as Noah Grafton
- The Night of the Iguana (1964) as Nonno
- Dead Ringer (1964) as Henry, the Butler
- On the Trail of the Iguana (1964) as Self
- The Fugitive (1963) as Old Timer
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as McPherson
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Toulouse
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Mario
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Bishop Andrews
- My Favorite Martian (1963) as Mr. Green
- The Virginian (1962) as Stonecutter
- The Virginian (1962) as John Evans
- Paradise Alley (1962) as Grandpa
- The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961) as Grandpa Petrie
- Hazel (1961) as Elderly Man
- Thriller (1960) as The Old Man
- The Tall Man (1960) as Summers
- From the Terrace (1960) as MacHardie's Secretary (uncredited)
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as L. J. Smithers
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Marvin
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Officer
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Franklin
- Rawhide (1959) as Tahoolcut
- The Untouchables (1959) as Newsboy
- The Untouchables (1959) as News Vendor (uncredited)
- The Untouchables (1959) as Flophouse Manager (uncredited)
- The Untouchables (1959) as Men's Room Attendant (uncredited)
- The Untouchables (1959) as Museum Night Watchman (uncredited)
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Pianist
- The Deputy (1959) as Ozzie Brandon
- Dennis the Menace (1959) as Mr. Gibson
- Lock-Up (1959) as Desk Clerk
- The Third Man (1959) as Karl Van Root
- Mr. Lucky (1959) as Gardenia O'Toole
- NBC Sunday Showcase (1959) as Wedding Chapel Operator
- Sea Hunt (1958) as Lars Anderson
- Jefferson Drum (1958) as Lucius Coin
- Teacher's Pet (1958) as Copy Man (uncredited)
- Kings Go Forth (1958) as Blairs' Butler (uncredited)
- I Bury the Living (1958) as William Isham
- Gun Fever (1958) as Jerry
- Perry Mason (1957) as Craig Jefferson
- Perry Mason (1957) as Tulloch
- Wagon Train (1957) as Jamieson
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957) as Speedy Deliverer
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957) as Cornish - Storekeeper
- Boots and Saddles (1957)
- Sabu and the Magic Ring (1957) as Abdul
- Johnny Tremain (1957) as Newman
- Les Girls (1957) as Fanatic with 'What Is Truth' Sign (uncredited)
- The Pied Piper of Hamelin (1957)
- Ride Out for Revenge (1957) as Preacher
- Trooper Hook (1957) as Junius
- Broken Arrow (1956) as Stage Passenger
- D-Day the Sixth of June (1956) as Coat Room Attendant
- Cheyenne (1955) as Doctor (uncredited)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Turnkey
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Grandpa Harris
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Sy Tewksbury
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Old
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Jake Bookly
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Driver
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Messenger
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Old Man
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Club Member (uncredited)
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Alfred J. Sloane
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Josiah Wingate
- Land of the Pharaohs (1955) as Bit Part (uncredited)
- The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin (1954) as Chief Nana
- You Are There (1953)
- Adventures of Superman (1952) as King of Sartania
- The Ford Television Theatre (1952) as Silk
- Limelight (1952) as Griffin - Clown Outside Stage Door (uncredited)
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- Monsieur Verdoux (1947) as Postman (uncredited)
- Lured (1947) as Medical Examiner (uncredited)
- Forever Amber (1947)
- Dressed to Kill (1946) as Convict at Dartmoor Prison (uncredited)
- Three Strangers (1946) as Stockbroker (voice) (uncredited)
- Deception (1946) as Beggar (uncredited)
- Lost City of the Jungle (1946) as Representative to the Peace Foundation [Ch.1]
- The House of Fear (1945) as Stanley Raeburn (uncredited)
- The Phantom of 42nd Street (1945) as Roberts
- Kitty (1945) as All Hot Hawker (uncredited)
- The Fatal Witness (1945) as Second Coroner (uncredited)
- The Jade Mask (1945) as Roth
- The Invisible Man's Revenge (1944) as Malty Bill, shopkeeper
- Ministry of Fear (1944) as Railroad Agent (uncredited)
- Phantom Lady (1944) as Claude (uncredited)
- The Lodger (1944)
- Enter Arsène Lupin (1944) as Wine Expert (uncredited)
- Double Exposure (1944) as Henry
- Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943) as Freddy Jolly the 1st Grave Robber (uncredited)
- Son of Dracula (1943) as Dr. Peters (uncredited)
- Two Tickets to London (1943) as Scottish Man (uncredited)
- The Adventures of Smilin' Jack (1943) as Mah Ling / Han Po, his double
- All by Myself (1943) as Mr. Vincent
- Night Monster (1942) as Torque
- Man Hunt (1941) as Cab Driver (uncredited)
- Confirm or Deny (1941) as Bellhop (scenes deleted)
- A Dispatch from Reuters (1940) as Cockney News Vendor (uncredited)
- Buck Rogers (1939) as Saturnian Councilman
- Red Barry (1938) as Wing Fu
- Arrowsmith (1931) as Committee Member (uncredited)
- Devotion (1931) as Reporter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Cyril Delevanti best known for?
Cyril Delevanti is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Soylent Green (1973), The Girl Most Likely To... (1973), Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971), Night Gallery (1970).
When and where was Cyril Delevanti born?
Cyril Delevanti was born on February 22, 1889 in London, England, UK. They passed away on December 13, 1975.
How many credits does Cyril Delevanti have?
Cyril Delevanti has accumulated over 128 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1931 to 1974.
What is Cyril Delevanti's background in cinema and television?
Cyril Delevanti was a male actor born on February 22, 1889, in London, England, UK. He appeared in 105 known credits throughout his acting career. Delevanti played a superstitious king in Adventures of Superman in 1957, and was cast as the printer Lucius Coin in the NBC western television series Jefferson in 1958, star...