George Furth
Biography
George Furth was an American librettist, playwright, and actor. Born George Schweinfurth on December 14, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, United States, he had a career in the entertainment industry documented across film and television. His professional work is reflected in a known credit total of 87 entries primarily recognized under his acting work on television and in movies according to database records. Furth lived to the age of 75 before passing away on August 11, 2008. Throughout his life and career, he was known by his professional name George Furth, originating from his birth name George Schweinfurth.
Career overview
George Furth was an American librettist, playwright, and actor. Born George Schweinfurth on December 14, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, United States, he maintained a career in the entertainment industry spanning both movies and television.
During his active career, Furth accumulated eighty-seven known credits within his field of acting. His work on screen contributed to his recognition in the database, where he is noted for his contributions to the performing arts.
Furth passed away on August 11, 2008, at the age of seventy-five. His life and career are documented through his known credits and personal biographical details.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about George Furth.
Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
98 titles- Merrily We Roll Along (2025) Musical
- Merrily We Roll Along (2025) Writer
- Merrily We Roll Along (2025) Book
- Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened... (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Merrily We Roll Along (2013) Writer
- Company (2011) Writer
- Company (2011) Musical
- Company: A Musical Comedy (2008) Writer
- Company: A Musical Comedy (2008) Musical
- The Broad Side (2001)
- Goodbye Lover (1999) as Mr. Merritt
- Bulworth (1998) as Older Man
- You Wish (1997) as Minister
- Company (1996) Musical
- Company (1996) Writer
- The Nanny (1993) as Minister
- Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993) as Jedediah Bancroft
- Performance (1991) Lyricist
- Sisters (1991)
- Wings (1990) as Frank
- Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz (1988) as George Furth
- CBS Summer Playhouse (1987) as Rip
- L.A. Law (1986) as Archie Briggs
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Farley Pressman
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Fred Owens
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Jerry Bozell
- The Man with Two Brains (1983) as Timon
- Doctor Detroit (1983) as Arthur Skridlow
- Young Doctors in Love (1982) as The Patients - Disgusting Looking Patient
- MegaForce (1982) as Professor Eggstrum
- The Cannonball Run (1981) as A.F. Foyt
- The Scarlett O'Hara War (1980) as George Cukor
- Hooper (1978) as Bidwell
- Airport '77 (1977) as Gerald Lucas
- Oh, God! (1977) as Briggs
- American Raspberry (1977) as President
- Charlie Cobb: Nice Night for a Hanging (1977) as Conroy
- The Dumplings (1976) as Frederic Steele
- Norman... Is That You? (1976) as Mr. Sukara
- Ellery Queen (1975)
- Shampoo (1975) as Mr. Pettis
- Twigs (1975) Writer
- For the Use of the Hall (1975) as Martin
- Let's Switch! (1975) as Sidney King
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Hannibal Godfrey
- Happy Days (1974) as Mr. Pinney
- Blazing Saddles (1974) as Van Johnson
- The Third Girl from the Left (1973) as Zimmy
- What Are Best Friends For? (1973) as Barry Chambers
- All in the Family (1971) as Whitney Fitzroy IV
- Who Killed the Mysterious Mr. Foster? (1971) as Fletcher
- Night Gallery (1970) as Gillings (segment "The Little Black Bag")
- The Odd Couple (1970) as Harvey
- The Odd Couple (1970) as Belkin
- Myra Breckinridge (1970) as Charlie Flager Jr.
- Original Cast Album: Company (1970) as Self
- Tales of Washington Irving (1970) as Ichabod Crane (voice)
- Love, American Style (1969) as Phil
- Love, American Style (1969) as George
- Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) as Woodcock
- The Debbie Reynolds Show (1969)
- Adam-12 (1968) as Tyler Finch
- The Good Guys (1968)
- The Boston Strangler (1968) as Lyonel Brumley
- P.J. (1968) as Sonny Silene
- What's So Bad About Feeling Good? (1968) as Murgatroyd
- How to Save a Marriage and Ruin Your Life (1968) as Roger
- Nobody's Perfect (1968) as Hamner
- Ironside (1967) as Ray Harrison
- Tammy and the Millionaire (1967) as Dwayne Whitt
- Games (1967) as Terry
- The Cool Ones (1967) as Howie
- Batman (1966) as Gallus
- That Girl (1966)
- The Monkees (1966) as Henry
- The Monkees (1966) as Ronnie
- Felony Squad (1966)
- Fame Is the Name of the Game (1966) as Morgue Attendant
- I Dream of Jeannie (1965) as Farnum
- Green Acres (1965)
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Osborne Parquette III
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Arthur Neely
- F Troop (1965)
- Honey West (1965) as Sandy Corbin
- Laredo (1965)
- Tammy (1965) as Dwayne Whitt
- A Very Special Favor (1965) as Pete
- A Rage to Live (1965) as Paul Rutherford
- Broadside (1964) as Ens. Beasley
- Profiles in Courage (1964) as Stanley
- The Best Man (1964) as Tom
- The New Interns (1964) as Dr. Phil Osterman
- Arrest and Trial (1963)
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as Jack Terola
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as Charlie
- Going My Way (1962)
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
- Merrily We Roll Along Musical
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is George Furth best known for?
George Furth is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bulworth (1998), The Nanny (1993), Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993), Wings (1990).
When and where was George Furth born?
George Furth was born on December 14, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. They passed away on August 11, 2008.
How many credits does George Furth have?
George Furth has accumulated over 98 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2025.
What is George Furth's background in cinema and television?
George Furth was an American librettist, playwright, and actor. Born George Schweinfurth on December 14, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, United States, he had a career in the entertainment industry documented across film and television. His professional work is reflected in a known credit total of 87 entries primarily reco...
George Furth by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Arrest and Trial (1963) — aged about 30
- The Nanny (1993) as Minister — aged about 60
- Tammy (1965) as Dwayne Whitt — aged about 32
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Hannibal Godfrey — aged about 41
- All in the Family (1971) as Whitney Fitzroy IV — aged about 38
- Night Gallery (1970) as Gillings (segment "The Little Black Bag") — aged about 37
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on George Furth.