Fred Allen
Biography
Fred Allen works in acting. Born May 31, 1894 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. Died March 17, 1956. Archytele tracks 21 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
21 titles- Empire of the Air: The Men Who Made Radio (1991) as Self - Predicts Demise of Radio (archive footage)
- Bob Hope's World of Comedy (1976) as Self - Tribute Montage (archive footage)
- The Great Radio Comedians (1971) as Self (Archive footage)
- Judge for Yourself (1953) as Himself
- O. Henry's Full House (1952) as Sam "Slick" Brown (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief")
- We're Not Married! (1952) as Steve Gladwyn
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self
- The Jack Benny Program (1950) as Fred Allen
- The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950) as Self
- Your Show of Shows (1950)
- Behind Your Radio Dial (1949)
- Is Everybody Listening? (1947) as Fred Allen - Fred Allen Radio Program
- It's in the Bag! (1945) as Fred Floogle
- Buck Benny Rides Again (1940) as Fred Allen (voice)
- Love Thy Neighbor (1940) as Fred Allen
- Sally, Irene and Mary (1938) as Gabby Green
- Thanks a Million (1935) as Ned Lyman
- Success (1931) Writer
- The Still Alarm (1930) as First Fireman
- The Installment Collector (1929) as Newspaper Editor
- Fred Allen's Prize Playlets (1929)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Fred Allen best known for?
Fred Allen is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including O. Henry's Full House (1952), We're Not Married! (1952), What's My Line? (1950), The Jack Benny Program (1950).
When and where was Fred Allen born?
Fred Allen was born on May 31, 1894 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. They passed away on March 17, 1956.
How many credits does Fred Allen have?
Fred Allen has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1929 to 1991.
What is Fred Allen's background in cinema and television?
John Florence Sullivan (May 31, 1894 – March 17, 1956), known professionally as Fred Allen, was an American comedian whose absurdist, topically pointed radio show (1932–1949) made him one of the most popular and forward-looking humorists in the so-called classic era of American radio. His best-remembered gag was his lo...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Jack Benny Program (1950) as Fred Allen — aged about 56
- Your Show of Shows (1950) — aged about 56
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self — aged about 56
- The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950) as Self — aged about 56
- O. Henry's Full House (1952) as Sam "Slick" Brown (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief") — aged about 58
- We're Not Married! (1952) as Steve Gladwyn — aged about 58
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