Jack Haley
Biography
Jack Haley was an American actor. He was born on August 10, 1897, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Haley's acting credits include 61 known roles. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry. Haley passed away on June 6, 1979, at the age of 81.
Career overview
Jack Haley was an American actor known for his work in film and other forms of entertainment. He began his career in the entertainment industry, performing in various capacities including acting, comedy, dance, radio hosting, singing, and vaudeville. Haley's acting credits span multiple formats, with a focus on film and other visual media.
Haley's most notable role was in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, where he portrayed the character of the Tin Man and his farmhand counterpart Hickory. This iconic portrayal remains one of his most recognizable and enduring performances. The film's success solidified Haley's position in the entertainment industry, and he continued to work in film and other areas throughout his career.
Haley's extensive body of work includes numerous film and television appearances, with a total of 61 known credits. His career spanned multiple decades, with a notable presence in the entertainment industry from the early 20th century until his death in 1979.
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Full Filmography
61 titles- The Wizard of Oz at Sphere (2025) as Hickory (archive footage)
- Rat Pack (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1930s: Dancing Away the Great Depression (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- To Oz! The Making of a Classic (2009) as Self
- The Dark Side of the Rainbow (2000) as 'Hickory' (archive footage)
- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: 50 Years of Magic (1990) as Self (archive footage)
- That's Dancing! (1985) as Self (archive footage)
- New York, New York (1977) as Master of Ceremonies (uncredited)
- These Are the Days (1974)
- That's Entertainment! (1974) as (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Norwood (1970) as Mr. Reese
- Burke's Law (1963) as Victor Haggerty
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958)
- No Time at All (1958) as Stanley Leeds
- Playhouse 90 (1956) as Stanley Leeds
- MGM Parade (1955)
- This Is Your Life (1952) as Self
- The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950) as Self
- Make Mine Laughs (1949) as (archive footage)
- People Are Funny (1946) as Pinky Wilson
- Vacation in Reno (1946) as Jack Carroll
- Sing Your Way Home (1945) as Steven Kimball
- George White's Scandals (1945) as Jack Evans
- Scared Stiff (1945) as Larry Elliot
- One Body Too Many (1944) as Albert Tuttle
- Take It Big (1944) as Jack North
- Higher and Higher (1943) as Mike O'Brien
- Breakdowns of 1942 (1942) as Self
- Beyond the Blue Horizon (1942) as Squidge Sullivan
- Moon Over Miami (1941) as Jack O'Hara
- Navy Blues (1941) as 'Powerhouse' Bolton
- The Wizard of Oz (1939) as "Hickory" / Tin Man
- Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1938) as Orville Smithers
- Alexander's Ragtime Band (1938) as Davey Lane
- Thanks for Everything (1938) as Henry Smith
- Hold That Co-ed (1938) as Wilbur Peters
- Ali Baba Goes to Town (1937) as Himself
- Wake Up and Live (1937) as Edward 'Eddie" Kane
- Danger – Love at Work (1937) as Henry Throckmorton MacMorrow
- Pick a Star (1937) as Joe Jenkins
- She Had to Eat (1937) as Danny Decker
- Poor Little Rich Girl (1936) as Jimmy Dolan
- Pigskin Parade (1936) as Slug Winters
- F-Man (1936) as Johnny Dime
- Mister Cinderella (1936) as Joe Jenkins
- Redheads on Parade (1935) as Peter Mathews
- The Girl Friend (1935) as Henry A. Henry
- Coronado (1935) as Chuck Hornbostel
- Spring Tonic (1935) as Sykes
- Here Comes the Groom (1934) as Mike Scanlon
- Wrongorilla (1933) as Elmer
- Mr. Broadway (1933) as Jack Haley
- Sitting Pretty (1933) as Pete Pendleton
- Salt Water Daffy (1933) as Elmer Wagonbottom
- Success (1931) as Elmer
- The 20th Amendment (1930)
- Follow Thru (1930) as Jack Martin
- Broadway Madness (1927) as Radio Announcer
- Oz as Self / Tin Man (archive footage)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jack Haley best known for?
Jack Haley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including New York, New York (1977), These Are the Days (1974), That's Entertainment! (1974), Burke's Law (1963).
When and where was Jack Haley born?
Jack Haley was born on August 10, 1897 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. They passed away on June 6, 1979.
How many credits does Jack Haley have?
Jack Haley has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1927 to 2025.
What is Jack Haley's background in cinema and television?
Jack Haley was an American actor. He was born on August 10, 1897, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Haley's acting credits include 61 known roles. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry. Haley passed away on June 6, 1979, at the age of 81.