George Tobias
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 14, 1901 in New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- February 27, 1980
- Active Years
- 1939–2023 (85 Years)
- Total Credits
- 92 credits in database
Biography
George Tobias was an American actor. He was born on July 14, 1901, in New York City, New York, USA. Tobias had a career in theater, film, and television. He appeared in character parts and supporting roles in several major films of Hollywood's Golden Age. He is also known for his work on the TV sitcom Bewitched, where he played the role of Abner Kravitz from 1964 to 1971. Tobias passed away on February 27, 1980, at the age of 78. He is credited with over 90 acting roles. His notable film appearances include Adventures in Paradise, Tightrope, and Our Miss Brooks.
Career overview
George Tobias was an American actor who worked in theater, film, and television. He appeared in character parts and supporting roles in several major films of Hollywood's Golden Age. Tobias had a long and varied career, with numerous credits to his name.
Tobias is perhaps best known for his role on the TV sitcom Bewitched, where he played Abner Kravitz from 1964 to 1971. He also appeared in a number of notable films, including Adventures in Paradise, Tightrope, and Our Miss Brooks. These films showcase Tobias's ability to play a wide range of characters and his versatility as an actor.
Tobias's career spanned many years and multiple mediums, with a total of 91 known credits. He worked in theater, film, and television, leaving a lasting impression on the entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
92 titles- Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life (2023) as Self/Abner Kravitz (archive footage)
- A Bewitched Christmas (1994) as Abner Kravitz
- James Stewart: A Wonderful Life (1987) as Self (archive footage)
- Tabitha (1977)
- Starsky & Hutch (1975)
- Switch (1975) as Ludwig
- The Waltons (1972)
- Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) as Captain on Flight Line at Hickam Field (uncredited)
- The Phynx (1970) as Markevitch
- Love, American Style (1969) as Sam
- Medical Center (1969)
- Mannix (1967)
- The Glass Bottom Boat (1966) as Norman Fenimore
- Nightmare in the Sun (1965) as Gideon
- Bewitched (1964) as Abner Kravitz
- The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (1964) as Harry Parkaginian
- Bullet for a Badman (1964) as Diggs
- The Big Parade of Comedy (1964) as Actor in 'Ninotchka' (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963)
- A New Kind of Love (1963) as Joe Bergner
- Sam Benedict (1962)
- Adventures in Paradise (1959) as Trader Penrose
- The Rebel (1959) as Sheriff Boyd
- Laramie (1959)
- Tightrope (1959)
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958)
- Marjorie Morningstar (1958) as Maxwell Greech
- Perry Mason (1957) as Sidney Falconer
- The Real McCoys (1957)
- Silk Stockings (1957) as Vassili Markovitch, Commisar of Art
- The Tattered Dress (1957) as Billy Giles
- Telephone Time (1956)
- The Seven Little Foys (1955) as Barney Green
- Climax! (1954) as Sergeant Levy
- The Glenn Miller Story (1954) as Si Schribman
- The Danny Thomas Show (1953) as Mike Kelly
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Henry
- Desert Pursuit (1952) as Ghazili
- Ten Tall Men (1951) as Londos
- Rawhide (1951) as Gratz
- The Mark of the Renegade (1951) as Captain Bardoso
- The Magic Carpet (1951) as Razi
- Southside 1-1000 (1950) as Reggie
- The Set-Up (1949) as Tiny
- Everybody Does It (1949) as Rossi
- Studio One (1948) as M / Sgt. Al Wirtz
- Adventures of Casanova (1948) as Jacopo
- Sinbad the Sailor (1947) as Abbu
- The Judge Steps Out (1947) as Mike
- My Wild Irish Rose (1947) as Nick Popolis
- Her Kind of Man (1946) as Joe Marino
- Nobody Lives Forever (1946) as Al Doyle
- Gallant Bess (1946) as Lug Johnson
- Mildred Pierce (1945) as Mr. Chris (uncredited)
- Objective, Burma! (1945) as Cpl. Gabby Gordon
- Passage to Marseille (1944) as Petit
- Make Your Own Bed (1944) as Boris Fenilise
- Between Two Worlds (1944) as Pete Musick
- This Is the Army (1943) as Maxie Twardofsky
- Mission to Moscow (1943) as Freddie
- Thank Your Lucky Stars (1943) as Self
- Air Force (1943) as Asst. Crew Chief
- Stars on Horseback (1943)
- Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) as Dietz
- Juke Girl (1942) as Nick Garcos, the Greek
- My Sister Eileen (1942) as Appopolous
- Captains of the Clouds (1942) as Blimp Lebec
- Wings for the Eagle (1942) as Jake Hanso
- Sergeant York (1941) as "Pusher" Ross
- Affectionately Yours (1941) as Pasha
- The Bride Came C.O.D. (1941) as Peewee Defoe
- The Strawberry Blonde (1941) as Nicholas Pappalas
- Out of the Fog (1941) as Igor Propotkin
- The Tanks Are Coming (1941) as Malowski
- They Drive by Night (1940) as George Rondolos
- City for Conquest (1940) as 'Pinky'
- Calling All Husbands (1940) as Oscar Armstrong
- Torrid Zone (1940) as Rosario La Mata
- Saturday's Children (1940) as Herbert 'Herbie' Smith
- The Man Who Talked Too Much (1940) as Slug McNutt
- Music in My Heart (1940) as Sascha Bolitov
- East of the River (1940) as Tony Scaduto
- River's End (1940) as Andy Dijon
- South of Suez (1940) as Eli Snedeker
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1939) as Beggar
- Ninotchka (1939) as Russian Visa Official (uncredited)
- Yes, My Darling Daughter (1939) as Dock Worker
- Yes, My Darling Daughter (1939) as Edith Colby
- They All Come Out (1939) as Sloppy Joe
- Balalaika (1939) as Slaski
- Maisie (1939) as Rico
- Hudson's Bay as Pierre Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is George Tobias best known for?
George Tobias is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life (2023), Tabitha (1977), Starsky & Hutch (1975), Switch (1975).
When and where was George Tobias born?
George Tobias was born on July 14, 1901 in New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on February 27, 1980.
How many credits does George Tobias have?
George Tobias has accumulated over 92 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1939 to 2023.
What is George Tobias's background in cinema and television?
George Tobias was an American actor. He was born on July 14, 1901, in New York City, New York, USA. Tobias had a career in theater, film, and television. He appeared in character parts and supporting roles in several major films of Hollywood's Golden Age. He is also known for his work on the TV sitcom Bewitched, where ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Bewitched (1964) as Abner Kravitz — aged about 62
- Perry Mason (1957) as Sidney Falconer — aged about 55
- Mildred Pierce (1945) as Mr. Chris (uncredited) — aged about 43
- Ninotchka (1939) as Russian Visa Official (uncredited) — aged about 37
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) — aged about 73
- The Waltons (1972) — aged about 70
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