Donald Murphy
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 29, 1918 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died
- May 19, 2008
- Active Years
- 1952–1991 (40 Years)
- Total Credits
- 11 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Donald Murphy (Actor).
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[1] TMDB: Donald Murphy, male, born Jan 29, 1918, died May 19, 2008 (90 years old), born Chicago, Illinois, USA. Also known as Donald Random M. Known for acting (10 credits).
[2] Wikipedia: Donald Random Murphy (Jan 29, 1918 – May 19, 2008), American film and television actor. Known for playing Virgil Earp (Wyatt Earp's brother) in Masterson of Kansas (1954).
[3] IMDb: Born Jan 29, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Actor known for Frankenstein's Daughter (1958), Lord Love a Duck (1966), and Masterson of Kansas (1954). Died May 19, 2008, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.
[4] Wikiwand (Donald Meek): Irrelevant (different person).
Name: Donald Murphy (also known as Donald Random Murphy).
Profession: American film and television actor.
Birth: January 29, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Death: May 19, 2008, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (aged 90).
Known Works/Roles:
Virgil Earp (Wyatt Earp's brother) in Masterson of Kansas (1954).
Frankenstein's Daughter (1958).
Lord Love a Duck (1966).
Donald Random Murphy was an American film and television actor. He was born on January 29, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Murphy is known for his roles in several productions
Career overview
Subject: Donald Murphy (Acting).
Goal: 180-260 word career overview.
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[1] Donald Murphy (TMDB): Male, born Jan 29, 1918, died May 19, 2008 (90 years old), born Chicago, Illinois, USA. Known for acting. Also known as Donald Random M.
[2] Wikipedia: Donald Random Murphy (Jan 29, 1918 – May 19, 2008). American film and television actor. Known for playing Virgil Earp (Wyatt Earp's brother) in the 1954 film Masterson of Kansas.
[3] IMDb: Born Jan 29, 1918, Chicago, Illinois, USA. Actor. Known for Frankenstein's Daughter (1958), Lord Love a Duck (1966), and Masterson of Kansas (1954). Died May 19, 2008, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.
[4] Wikiwand (Donald Meek): Irrelevant (different person).
Name: Donald Murphy (also known as Donald Random Murphy).
Profession: American film and television actor.
Birth: January 29, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Death: May 19, 2008, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (aged 90).
Notable Roles/Works:
Virgil Earp (brother of Wyatt Earp) in Masterson of Kansas (1954).
Frankenstein's Daughter (1958).
Lord Love a Duck (1966).
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Donald Murphy, also known as Donald Random Murphy, was an American film and television actor. He was born on January 29, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Murphy died on May 19, 2008, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA, at the age of 90.
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Throughout his career, Murphy was recognized for his work in various film and television productions. One of his notable roles was playing Virgil Earp, the brother of Wyatt Earp, in the 1954 film Masterson of Kansas. His other known credits include appearances in the 1958 production Frankenstein's Daughter and the 1966 film Lord Love a Duck.
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Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
11 titles- Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook (1991) as Oliver Frank / Frankenstein (archive footage)
- Lord Love a Duck (1966) as Phil Neuhauser
- Get Smart (1965) as Melnik
- Frankenstein's Daughter (1958) as Oliver Frank(enstein)
- Perry Mason (1957) as Francis Clune
- Perry Mason (1957) as Dr. Philip Stark
- Strange Intruder (1956) as Dr. Adrian Carmichael
- Shack Out on 101 (1955) as Pope
- Killer Leopard (1954) as Fred Winters
- Masterson of Kansas (1954) as Virgil Earp
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Mr. Reeves
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Donald Murphy best known for?
Donald Murphy is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Lord Love a Duck (1966), Get Smart (1965), Perry Mason (1957), Perry Mason (1957).
When and where was Donald Murphy born?
Donald Murphy was born on January 29, 1918 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. They passed away on May 19, 2008.
How many credits does Donald Murphy have?
Donald Murphy has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1952 to 1991.
What is Donald Murphy's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Donald Murphy (Actor). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use only provided sources. No invented details. Plain prose only. No markdown, no headings, no bullet points, no preamble. Sources: [1] TMDB: Donald Murphy, male, born Jan 29, 1918, died May 19, 2008 (90 years old), born Ch...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Get Smart (1965) as Melnik — aged about 47
- Perry Mason (1957) as Francis Clune — aged about 39
- Perry Mason (1957) as Dr. Philip Stark — aged about 39
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Mr. Reeves — aged about 34
- Lord Love a Duck (1966) as Phil Neuhauser — aged about 48
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