G.D. Spradlin
Biography
Gervase Duan Spradlin was an American actor, attorney, and businessman. Born on August 31, 1920, in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, he lived to be ninety years old, passing away on July 24, 2011. Known for his distinctive accent and voice, he frequently portrayed devious authority figures or high-ranking military officers during his career. His work in the entertainment industry encompassed sixty-five known credits in movies and television shows. He was male and his professional career as an actor is recorded across film and television databases.
Career overview
Gervase Duan Spradlin was an American actor, attorney, and businessman born on August 31, 1920, in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. Throughout his career, he was known for his distinctive accent and voice, which complemented the types of characters he frequently portrayed. On screen, he often played devious authority figures as well as high-ranking military officers.
With a career spanning numerous screen credits, Spradlin established himself as a recognizable presence in film and television. His professional background outside of acting included work as an attorney and a businessman. His life and career came to an end with his death on July 24, 2011, at the age of ninety.
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Full Filmography
69 titles- The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 (2016) as Sen. Patrick Geary
- Dick (1999) as Ben Bradlee
- The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996) as President
- Dark Skies (1996)
- Riders of the Purple Sage (1996) as Pastor Dyer
- Dark Skies (1996) as Elliot P. Grantham / Patient Zero
- Nick of Time (1995) as Mystery Man
- Canadian Bacon (1995) as R.J. Hacker
- Ed Wood (1994) as Reverend Lemon
- Clifford (1994) as Parker Davis
- Telling Secrets (1993) as Walter Jefferson
- Intruders (1992) as General Hanley
- Cruel Doubt (1992) as George Bates
- The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 (1992) as Senator Pat Geary
- Carolina Skeletons (1991) as Hiram Stoker
- Shoot First: A Cop's Vengeance (1991) as Chief Hogan
- The War of the Roses (1989) as Harry Thurmont
- War and Remembrance (1988) as Raymond A. Spruance
- Nutcracker: Money, Madness & Murder (1987) as Franklin Bradshaw
- Resting Place (1986) as Sam Jennings
- Houston: The Legend of Texas (1986) as President Andrew Jackson
- Tank (1984) as Sheriff Buelton
- Call to Glory (1984) as General Thornton
- The Lords of Discipline (1983) as Gen. Bentley Durrell
- Wrong Is Right (1982) as Philindros
- The Greatest American Hero (1981)
- The Jayne Mansfield Story (1980) as Gerald Conway
- The Formula (1980) as Arthur Clements
- Apocalypse Now (1979) as General Corman
- North Dallas Forty (1979) as B. A. Strothers
- And I Alone Survived (1978) as Bob Elder
- Maneaters Are Loose! (1978) as Gordon Hale
- Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977) as Sen. Patrick Geary
- MacArthur (1977) as General Eichelberger
- The November Plan (1977) as Gen. Winfield
- One on One (1977) as Coach Smith
- Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II (1976) as Sen. Dillon
- City of Angels (1976)
- Judgment: The Court Martial of Lt. William Calley (1975) as Military Judge
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Senator Pat Geary
- Search (1972)
- Kung Fu (1972) as Lucas Bass
- The Only Way Home (1972) as Philip
- The Only Way Home (1972) Director
- The Only Way Home (1972) Producer
- Outside In (1972) Director
- Columbo (1971) as Martin Hammond
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971)
- The Hunting Party (1971) as Sam Bayard
- Who Killed the Mysterious Mr. Foster? (1971) as Reverend Foster
- Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) as Cmdr. Maurice E. Curts (uncredited)
- Zabriskie Point (1970) as Lee's Associate
- Monte Walsh (1970) as Hal Henderson
- Dial Hot Line (1970) as Dr. Stone
- Number One (1969) as Doctor Tristler
- Hell's Angels '69 (1969) as Detective
- Adam-12 (1968) as Joe Johnson
- It Takes a Thief (1968) as Col. Collins
- The Outsider (1968)
- El juicio (1968) as Kermin
- Will Penny (1967) as Anse Howard
- Cimarron Strip (1967)
- Cimarron Strip (1967) as Kermin
- Pistols 'n' Petticoats (1966)
- The Big Valley (1965) as Rhodes
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963)
- Bonanza (1959) as Chip
- Bonanza (1959) as Jenks
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Sam
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is G.D. Spradlin best known for?
G.D. Spradlin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dick (1999), The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996), Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), Nick of Time (1995).
When and where was G.D. Spradlin born?
G.D. Spradlin was born on August 31, 1920 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, USA. They passed away on July 24, 2011.
How many credits does G.D. Spradlin have?
G.D. Spradlin has accumulated over 69 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2016.
What is G.D. Spradlin's background in cinema and television?
Gervase Duan Spradlin was an American actor, attorney, and businessman. Born on August 31, 1920, in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, he lived to be ninety years old, passing away on July 24, 2011. Known for his distinctive accent and voice, he frequently portrayed devious authority figures or high-ranking military officers duri...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Sam — aged about 30
- Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977) as Sen. Patrick Geary — aged about 56
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Senator Pat Geary — aged about 53
- Apocalypse Now (1979) as General Corman — aged about 58
- Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II (1976) as Sen. Dillon — aged about 55
- Columbo (1971) as Martin Hammond — aged about 50
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