James Broderick
Biography
James Joseph Broderick III was an American actor born on March 7, 1927, in Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA. He passed away on November 1, 1982, at the age of 55. During his career, he accumulated 42 known credits in acting across movies and television shows. He is recognized for his role as Doug Lawrence in the television series Family, which aired from 1976 to 1980. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in the 1975 film Dog, and he is associated with appearances in productions such as The Twilight Zone, Twelve O'Clock High, and You Are There. Throughout his life and career, he was also known by the name Con.
Career overview
James Joseph Broderick III was an American actor born on March 7, 1927, in Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA. Throughout his career, he accumulated forty-two known acting credits in movies and television shows. His television work included a known role as Doug Lawrence in the television series Family, which ran from 1976 to 1980. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in the 1975 film Dog, and he became known for his work in other television programs such as The Twilight Zone, Twelve O'Clock High, and You Are There.
James Broderick died on November 1, 1982, at the age of fifty-five.
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51 titles- Keeping On (1983) as Luke Rankovich
- American Playhouse (1982) as Dad
- American Playhouse (1982) as Luke Rankovich
- The Great American Fourth of July and Other Disasters (1982) as Dad
- Dreams Don't Die (1982) as Gavin
- The Shadow Box (1980) as Joe
- Roots: The Next Generations (1979) as Dr. Lewis
- The Love Boat (1977) as Neal Rich
- Family (1976) as Doug Lawrence
- Family (1976) Director
- The Phantom of the Open Hearth (1976) as Mr. Parker
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Sheldon
- Beyond the Horizon (1975) as Captain Scott
- The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) as Denny Doyle
- Nicky's World (1974) as Russell
- The Murderers (1973)
- If You Give a Dance, You Gotta Pay the Band (1972) as Trick
- Great Performances (1971) as Captain Scott
- The Todd Killings (1971) as Sam Goodwin
- The Ceremony of Innocence (1970) as Sussex
- Alice's Restaurant (1969) as Ray Brock
- The Tree (1969) as Det. McCarthy
- Judd, for the Defense (1967)
- Atta Girl, Kelly! (1967)
- ABC Stage 67 (1966) as Hal Crady
- The Group (1966) as Dr. Ridgeley
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Frank Porter
- An Essay on Death: A Memorial to John F. Kennedy (1964)
- Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1964) as Joshua Speed
- The Fugitive (1963) as Sheriff Owen Troop
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Defenders (1961) as Chuck Agostini
- The Defenders (1961) as George Schreiber
- John Brown's Raid (1960)
- The Iceman Cometh (1960) as Willie Oban
- The Iceman Cometh (1960) as Willie Oban
- Girl of the Night (1960) as Dan Bolton
- The Twilight Zone (1959)
- Play of the Week (1959)
- Brenner (1959) as Ernie Brenner
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Pete
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Wes
- Look up and Live (1953) as Worthy
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951)
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Joshua Speed
- Suspense (1949)
- Studio One (1948) as Robert
- Studio One (1948) as John Alexander
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Danny Keel
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Horace
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Broderick best known for?
James Broderick is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including American Playhouse (1982), American Playhouse (1982), Roots: The Next Generations (1979), The Love Boat (1977).
When and where was James Broderick born?
James Broderick was born on March 7, 1927 in Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA. They passed away on November 1, 1982.
How many credits does James Broderick have?
James Broderick has accumulated over 51 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 1983.
What is James Broderick's background in cinema and television?
James Joseph Broderick III was an American actor born on March 7, 1927, in Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA. He passed away on November 1, 1982, at the age of 55. During his career, he accumulated 42 known credits in acting across movies and television shows. He is recognized for his role as Doug Lawrence in the televis...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) — aged about 24
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Joshua Speed — aged about 24
- The Twilight Zone (1959) — aged about 32
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Sheldon — aged about 48
- Judd, for the Defense (1967) — aged about 40
- Roots: The Next Generations (1979) as Dr. Lewis — aged about 52
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