John Beal
Biography
John Beal was an American actor who was born as James Alexander Bliedung on August 13, 1909, in Joplin, Missouri, though one source notes his birthday as August 14, 1909. He was also known as James Alexander. His career in acting included 81 known credits across movies and television shows. He lived to the age of 87 and passed away on April 26, 1997.
Career overview
John Beal was an American actor who was born as James Alexander Bliedung on August 13, 1909, in Joplin, Missouri, according to biographical records. His birth date is also alternatively noted as August 14, 1909, in source data. During his life, he was also known by the name James Alexander.
Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, Beal established a body of work spanning both movies and television shows. His professional portfolio encompasses a substantial number of known credits in the acting field.
John Beal passed away on April 26, 1997, at the age of 87.
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86 titles- The Firm (1993) as Nathan Locke
- Dracula in the Movies (1992) as (archive footage)
- It (1990) Music Supervisor
- The Kid Who Loved Christmas (1990) as Cameron
- A Place at the Table (1988) as Jim Wilson
- Amityville 3-D (1983) as Harold Caswell
- Jennifer: A Woman’s Story (1979) as Prof. Eric Wohlstrom
- Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years (1977) as Dr. Carr
- The Adams Chronicles (1976) as Charles Francis Adams
- The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975) as Dr. Bowen
- Lincoln (1974) as Fogelson
- Kojak (1973)
- Kojak (1973) as McKinney
- Hawkins (1973) as Judge
- The House That Cried Murder (1973) as Father
- The Waltons (1972)
- The Streets of San Francisco (1972)
- A Case of Libel (1968) as Coles
- Another World (1964)
- The Lieutenant (1963)
- The Nurses (1962) as Dr. Henden
- Road To Reality (1960)
- Ten Who Dared (1960) as Maj. John Wesley Powell
- Rapids Ahead/Bear Country (1960)
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Otto Becher
- The Alaskans (1959)
- The Sound and the Fury (1959) as Howard Compson
- That Night! (1957) as Commuter Christopher J. Bowden
- The Vampire (1957) as Dr. Paul Beecher
- The Millionaire (1955) as Paul Naylor
- Hollywood Preview (1955) as Self
- Inner Sanctum (1954)
- Twelve Angry Men (1954) as Juror #2
- New Faces (1954) Director
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Father
- General Electric Theater (1953) as John Desmond
- Remains to Be Seen (1953) as Dr. Glenson
- The Trip to Bountiful (1953) as Ludie Watts
- Omnibus (1952)
- My Six Convicts (1952) as Dr. Wilson aka Doc
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Roger Williams
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950) as Ken, the Commuter
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950) as Birger Dahlerus
- Lights Out (1949)
- Chicago Deadline (1949) as Paul Jean d'Ur
- Alimony (1949) as Dan Barker
- Song of Surrender (1949) as Dubois
- Studio One (1948) as Juror #2
- Studio One (1948) as Maj. Saks
- Studio One (1948) as Samuel Edison
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948)
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Ludie
- So Dear to My Heart (1948) as Jeremiah as an Adult - Narrator (voice)
- Key Witness (1947) as Milton Higby
- Messenger of Peace (1947) as Pastor Armin Ritter
- Know Your Enemy: Japan (1945) as Narrator
- Land and Live in the Desert (1945) as Sam - Skipper
- Eyes Aloft (1943) as Major
- Edge of Darkness (1943) as Johann Stensgard
- Let's Have Fun (1943) as Richard Gilbert
- Photographic Intelligence for Bombardment Aviation (1943) as Major Dean
- Stand By All Networks (1942) as Ben Fallon
- One Thrilling Night (1942) as Horace Jason
- Atlantic Convoy (1942) as Carl Hansen
- Doctors Don't Tell (1941) as Dr. Ralph Sawyer
- Ellery Queen and the Perfect Crime (1941) as Walter Matthews
- The Cat and the Canary (1939) as Fred Blythe
- The Great Commandment (1939) as Joel
- I Am the Law (1938) as Paul Ferguson
- Port of Seven Seas (1938) as Marius
- The Arkansas Traveler (1938) as John Daniels
- Beg, Borrow or Steal (1937) as Count Bill Cherau
- Madame X (1937) as Raymond Fleuriot
- Double Wedding (1937) as Waldo Beaver
- The Man Who Found Himself (1937) as Dr. James Stanton Jr.
- We Who Are About to Die (1937) as John Thompson
- Danger Patrol (1937) as Dan Loring
- Border Cafe (1937) as Keith Whitney
- M'Liss (1936) as Stephen Thorne
- Les Misérables (1935) as Marius
- Break of Hearts (1935) as Johnny Lawrence
- Laddie (1935) as Laddie
- The Little Minister (1934) as Révérend Gavin Dishart
- Hat, Coat and Glove (1934) as Jerry Hutchins
- Another Language (1933) as Jerry Hallam
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Beal best known for?
John Beal is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Firm (1993), It (1990), Amityville 3-D (1983), The Adams Chronicles (1976).
When and where was John Beal born?
John Beal was born on August 14, 1909 in Joplin, Missouri, USA. They passed away on April 26, 1997.
How many credits does John Beal have?
John Beal has accumulated over 86 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1933 to 1993.
What is John Beal's background in cinema and television?
John Beal was an American actor who was born as James Alexander Bliedung on August 13, 1909, in Joplin, Missouri, though one source notes his birthday as August 14, 1909. He was also known as James Alexander. His career in acting included 81 known credits across movies and television shows. He lived to the age of 87 an...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Roger Williams — aged about 41
- Lincoln (1974) as Fogelson — aged about 64
- Hawkins (1973) as Judge — aged about 63
- The Adams Chronicles (1976) as Charles Francis Adams — aged about 66
- Kojak (1973) — aged about 63
- Kojak (1973) as McKinney — aged about 63
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