James Daly
Biography
James Daly was an American actor who worked in theater, film, and television. Born on October 23, 1918, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, he died on July 3, 1978, at the age of 59. Daly is known for his role as Paul Lochner in the hospital drama series Medical Center, where he played the superior of Chad Everett. His credits include 63 known works, and he appeared in the series Combat! as well as the films Planet of the Apes and The Twilight Zone.
Career overview
James Daly was an American actor who worked in theater, film, and television. Born on October 23, 1918, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, Daly established a career that included 63 known credits. He is perhaps best known for his role as Paul Lochner in the hospital drama series Medical Center, where his character served as the superior to the character played by Chad Everett.
Throughout his career, Daly appeared in various productions. He is recognized for his work in the series Combat! and The Twilight Zone, as well as the film Planeta opic. He continued his professional activities until his death on July 3, 1978, at the age of 59.
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Full Filmography
90 titles- Let Us Prey (2014) Executive Producer
- When Saturday Comes (1996) Screenplay
- When Saturday Comes (1996) Producer
- Roots: The Next Generations (1979) as RSM Boyce
- The Storyteller (1977) as Arthur Huston
- The Evil Touch (1973)
- Wild in the Sky (1972) as The President
- Somebody Waiting (1972) as Narrator
- The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971) as Dr. Redding
- Medical Center (1969) as Paul Lochner
- The 5-Man Army (1969) as Capt. Nicolas Augustus
- The Big Bounce (1969) as Ray Ritchie
- Operation Heartbeat (1969) as Dr. Paul Lochner
- Planet of the Apes (1968) as Dr. Honorious
- Red Roses for the Fuhrer (1968) as il capitano Mike Liston
- The Treasure of San Bosco Reef (1968) as Uncle Max
- The Treasure of San Bosco Reef (1968) as Uncle Max
- Ironside (1967)
- The Invaders (1967) as Alan Landers
- The Invaders (1967) as Gen. Samuel Arlington Concannon
- Judd, for the Defense (1967)
- Judd, for the Defense (1967) as Judge Lockhart
- Custer (1967)
- Saint Joan (1967) as Jack Dunois
- Star Trek (1966) as Flint
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Carl Wilson / Josef Gort
- Felony Squad (1966)
- NET Playhouse (1966) as Dr. Thomas Stockmann
- CBS Playhouse (1966) as Michael Graves
- The Road West (1966)
- An Enemy of the People (1966)
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Stephen Fitzgerald
- The F.B.I. (1965) as James Butler
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Jerry Haines
- Eagle in a Cage (1965) as Dr. O'Meara
- The Fugitive (1963) as Michael Ballinger
- The Fugitive (1963) as Arthur Brame
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963)
- The Great Adventure (1963) as George Jones
- The Virginian (1962) as Sergeant Joe Trapp
- Combat! (1962) as Capt. Cole
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Morgan Bannion
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1961)
- Give Us Barabbas! (1961) as Barabbas
- Special for Women (1960) as Henry Fellow
- I Aim at the Stars (1960) as U.S. Major William Taggert
- Booked for Safekeeping (1960) as Narrator
- The Twilight Zone (1959) as Gart Williams
- Suspicion (1957)
- The Young Stranger (1957) as Tom Ditmar
- Gunsmoke (1955) as John Crowley
- The Millionaire (1955) as Tom Bryan
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955)
- The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell (1955) as Lt. Col. Herbert White
- Climax! (1954) as George Norren
- The Strike (1954) as Major Gaylord
- Lady in the Dark (1954) as Charley
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Judd Killian
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Sam Wayne
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Al Hayes
- Omnibus (1952) as Narrator
- Omnibus (1952)
- Omnibus (1952) as St. Clare
- Omnibus (1952) as Colonel Billy Mitchell
- Omnibus (1952) as General Robert E. Lee
- Cavalcade of America (1952) as Bill
- Foreign Intrigue (1951) as Michael Powers
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Barabbas
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Owen Wister
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Dr. O'Meara
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Dunois
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950)
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Brigida
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Mate
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Joe Gillis
- The Sleeping City (1950) as Interne (uncredited)
- Suspense (1949) as Gorden
- Studio One (1948) as Major Gaylord
- Studio One (1948) as Jim Briscoe
- Studio One (1948) as Sergeant Pat Boyle
- Studio One (1948) as Mr. White
- Studio One (1948) as Professor Amos Tucker
- Studio One (1948)
- Studio One (1948) as A cartoonist
- Studio One (1948) as Rufus Jackson
- Studio One (1948) as Greg Chandler
- Studio One (1948) as Scott Martin
- Studio One (1948) as Deering
- Studio One (1948) as Bill Tanner
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Daly best known for?
James Daly is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Let Us Prey (2014), Roots: The Next Generations (1979), The Evil Touch (1973), Ludwig (2024).
When and where was James Daly born?
James Daly was born on October 23, 1918 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, USA. They passed away on July 3, 1978.
How many credits does James Daly have?
James Daly has accumulated over 90 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2014.
What is James Daly's background in cinema and television?
James Daly was an American actor who worked in theater, film, and television. Born on October 23, 1918, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, he died on July 3, 1978, at the age of 59. Daly is known for his role as Paul Lochner in the hospital drama series Medical Center, where he played the superior of Chad Everett. His cre...