Dennis Letts
Biography
Dennis Letts was a male actor born on September 5, 1934, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. He died on February 22, 2008, at the age of 73. His professional credits include 38 known roles. In the summer of 2007, Letts originated the role of Beverly Weston in the Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of the Tony-winning play August: Osage County, which was written by his son, Tracy. He is also known for his work in the films Cast Away, A Perfect World, and Believe It or Not.
Career overview
Dennis Letts was an actor born on September 5, 1934, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. He had 38 known credits throughout his career. He was recognized for his work in the films Cast Away, Perfect World, and Believe It or Not.
In the summer of 2007, Letts originated the role of Beverly Weston in a Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of the play August: Osage County. This production was based on the Tony-winning play written by his son, Tracy. Dennis Letts died on February 22, 2008, at the age of 73.
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Full Filmography
40 titles- Infamous (2006) as Judge Tate
- Secondhand Lions (2003) as Sheriff
- Cast Away (2000) as Dennis Larson
- Where the Heart Is (2000) as Sheriff
- Once and Again (1999)
- A Face to Kill For (1999) as Buchanan
- To Live Again (1998) as Dr. Moran
- Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997) as John Richards (segment "Epitaph")
- Fire Down Below (1997) as Doctor Schultz
- Little Boy Blue (1997) as Sgt. Phillips
- The Road to Galveston (1996) as Roland Tate
- Two Mothers for Zachary (1996) as Judge Crawford
- Frequent Flyer (1996) as Mickey Braddock
- Gordy (1995) as Governor
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Ethan
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Fred Garrett
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Paul Gellis
- A Perfect World (1993) as Governor
- The Ernest Green Story (1993) as Gov. Marvin Griffin
- Passenger 57 (1992) as Frank Allen
- Sidekicks (1992) as Man with dog
- Trial: The Price of Passion (1992) as Clyde Ott
- A Taste for Killing (1992) as Lawyer
- Fugitive Among Us (1992) as Lloyd Yarborough
- The Man in the Moon (1991) as Doc White
- Rush (1991) as Senior District Attorney
- Wild Texas Wind (1991) as Harlan Fowler
- The Last Prostitute (1991) as Hancock
- Jailbirds (1991) as Poppa
- A Killing in a Small Town (1990) as Chief McAlester
- Challenger (1990) as Cecil Houston
- Margaret Bourke-White (1989) as Caldwell's Father
- Tabloid! (1989) as Harry (segment BBQ of the Dead)
- Heartbreak Hotel (1988) as Alan Fortas
- Johnny Be Good (1988) as Army General
- It Takes Two (1988) as Bus Clerk
- CBS Summer Playhouse (1987) as Dudan
- Square Dance (1987) as Bob Hadley
- Time Bomb (1984) as Watchdog
- Bloodsuckers from Outer Space (1984) as General Sanders
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dennis Letts best known for?
Dennis Letts is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Secondhand Lions (2003), Cast Away (2000), Where the Heart Is (2000), Lost Highway (1997).
When and where was Dennis Letts born?
Dennis Letts was born on September 5, 1934 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. They passed away on February 22, 2008.
How many credits does Dennis Letts have?
Dennis Letts has accumulated over 40 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2006.
What is Dennis Letts's background in cinema and television?
Dennis Letts was a male actor born on September 5, 1934, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. He died on February 22, 2008, at the age of 73. His professional credits include 38 known roles. In the summer of 2007, Letts originated the role of Beverly Weston in the Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of the Tony-winning ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Cast Away (2000) as Dennis Larson — aged about 65
- A Perfect World (1993) as Governor — aged about 58
- The Man in the Moon (1991) as Doc White — aged about 56
- Secondhand Lions (2003) as Sheriff — aged about 68
- Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997) as John Richards (segment "Epitaph") — aged about 62
- Where the Heart Is (2000) as Sheriff — aged about 65
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