Harve Presnell
Biography
Harve Presnell was an American actor and singer. He began his career in the mid 1950s as a classical baritone, singing with orchestras and opera companies throughout the United States. Presnell transitioned to musical theatre in 1960 after being cast in The Unsinkable Molly Brown on Broadway. He reprised his role in the 1964 film version of the musical, winning a Golden Globe Award. Presnell went on to star in a few more films during the 1960s. He is known to have appeared in at least 68 acting credits. Presnell was born on September 14, 1933, in Modesto, California, and passed away on June 30, 2009, at the age of 75.
Career overview
Harve Presnell began his acting career in the mid 1950s, initially performing in classical music. He transitioned to musical theatre in 1960 after being cast in the lead role of The Unsinkable Molly Brown on Broadway. Presnell's portrayal of "Leadville Johnny" in the musical was successful.
He reprised the role in the 1964 film version of The Unsinkable Molly Brown, winning a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal. Presnell continued to work in film throughout the 1960s, appearing in several movies during this period.
Presnell's acting credits span multiple decades, with a total of 68 known credits. He worked in a variety of film genres, collaborating with numerous actors and directors.
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68 titles- Love Ranch (2010) as Dr. Smathers
- Bait Shop (2008) as Jack
- Evan Almighty (2007) as Congressman Burrows
- Andy Barker, P.I. (2007) as Lew Staziak
- Flags of Our Fathers (2006) as Dave Severance
- Life After Tomorrow (2006) as Self
- American Dad! (2005) as Frank, the Judge (voice)
- Cold Case (2003) as Harry Kemp Jr. (2009)
- Old School (2003) as Mr. Springbrook
- The Lyon's Den (2003)
- Legally Blonde (2003) as Henry Whitehouse
- Monk (2002) as Zach Ellinghouse
- Mr. Deeds (2002) as Preston Blake
- Super Sucker (2002) as Winslow Schnaebelt
- The Pretender 2001 (2001) as Mr. Parker
- Jackie, Ethel, Joan: Women of Camelot (2001) as Joseph P. Kennedy Sr.
- Escanaba in da Moonlight (2001) as Albert Soady
- The Pretender: Island of the Haunted (2001) as Mr. Parker
- Strong Medicine (2000) as Andrew 'Andy' March
- The Family Man (2000) as Big Ed
- The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) as John Invergordon
- Walking Across Egypt (1999) as Finner
- Charmed (1998) as Captain Black Jack Cutting
- Dawson's Creek (1998) as Arthur Brooks
- Saving Private Ryan (1998) as General Marshall
- Two Guys and a Girl (1998) as Edgar J. Hagerty
- From the Earth to the Moon (1998) as Harve
- Patch Adams (1998) as Dean Anderson
- The Lionhearts (1998) as (voice)
- A Bright Shining Lie (1998) as MACV General
- Everything That Rises (1998) as Garth
- The Practice (1997) as Judge Dickem
- Face/Off (1997) as Victor Lazarro
- George & Leo (1997)
- Tidal Wave: No Escape (1997) as Stanley Schiff
- Julian Po (1997) as Mayor Henry Leech
- Nash Bridges (1996) as Corick McMillan
- The Pretender (1996) as Mr. Parker
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Doug (voice)
- Fargo (1996) as Wade Gustafson
- EZ Streets (1996)
- The Chamber (1996) as Attorney General Roxburgh
- Larger Than Life (1996) as Trowbridge Bowers
- The Whole Wide World (1996) as Dr. Howard
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Colonel Q
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Greg Matheson
- The Client (1995) as Buddy Hutchinson
- ER (1994) as Mr. Venema
- Duckman (1994) as Sir Declan McManus (voice)
- Frasier (1993) as Mike Shaw
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Dr. Sam Lane
- That's Dancing! (1985) as From 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' (archive footage)
- Blood Bath (1975) as Peter Brown
- The Julie Andrews Hour (1972) as Self
- The Great Man's Whiskers (1972) as Ballad Singer
- Paint Your Wagon (1969) as "Rotten Luck Willie"
- The Glory Guys (1965) as Sol Rogers
- When the Boys Meet the Girls (1965) as Danny Churchill
- The Unsinkable Molly Brown (1964) as Johnny Brown
- The Story of a Dress (1964) as Self
- The Danny Kaye Show (1963) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Bell Telephone Hour (1959) as Self
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Mitch (uncredited)
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Dismas
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Harve Presnell best known for?
Harve Presnell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Voice (2012), Tracey Takes On... (1996), Flags of Our Fathers (2006), The Devil's Backbone (2001).
When and where was Harve Presnell born?
Harve Presnell was born on September 14, 1933 in Modesto, California, USA. They passed away on June 30, 2009.
How many credits does Harve Presnell have?
Harve Presnell has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 2010.
What is Harve Presnell's background in cinema and television?
Harve Presnell was an American actor and singer. He began his career in the mid 1950s as a classical baritone, singing with orchestras and opera companies throughout the United States. Presnell transitioned to musical theatre in 1960 after being cast in The Unsinkable Molly Brown on Broadway. He reprised his role in th...