J. Allen Hynek
Biography
J. Allen Hynek works in acting. Born May 1, 1910 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Died April 27, 1986. Archytele tracks 11 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
11 titles- UFOs: Investigating the Unknown (2023) as Self - Scientific Advisor to Project Blue Book (archive footage)
- The Phenomenon (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- Out of the Blue (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- UFOs: 50 Years of Denial? (1997) as Himself
- The UFO Experience (1982) as Himself
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) as Man Smoking Pipe at Landing Site (uncredited)
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) Production Consultant
- UFO's Are Here! (1977) as Self
- We Know What We Saw (1967)
- World in Action (1963)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is J. Allen Hynek best known for?
J. Allen Hynek is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), World in Action (1963), The Italian Job (1969).
When and where was J. Allen Hynek born?
J. Allen Hynek was born on May 1, 1910 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. They passed away on April 27, 1986.
How many credits does J. Allen Hynek have?
J. Allen Hynek has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 2023.
What is J. Allen Hynek's background in cinema and television?
Josef Allen Hynek (May 1, 1910 – April 27, 1986) was an American astronomer, professor, and ufologist. He is perhaps best remembered for his UFO research. Hynek acted as scientific advisor to UFO studies undertaken by the U.S. Air Force under three projects: Project Sign (1947–1949), Project Grudge (1949–1951) and Proj...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) as Man Smoking Pipe at Landing Site (uncredited) — aged about 67
- World in Action (1963) — aged about 53
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self — aged about 51
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