John Carter
Biography
John Carter was an American actor born on November 26, 1927, in Center Ridge, Arkansas, and died on May 23, 2015, at the age of 87. He was the brother of actor Conlan Carter. His film appearances include Badlands in 1973, Scarface in 1983, and The Hoax in 2006. On television, he appeared in guest roles across many series and was best known for his recurring role as Police Lieutenant John Biddle on Barnaby Jones from 1973 to 1980. Throughout his career, he accumulated 71 known acting credits.
Career overview
John Carter was an American actor born on November 26, 1927, in Center Ridge, Arkansas, who lived until May 23, 2015. Over the course of his career, he amassed 71 known acting credits in film and television. His film appearances included roles in the motion pictures Badlands released in 1973, Scarface released in 1983, and The Hoax released in 2006.
On television, Carter made guest appearances in numerous series and was best known for his recurring role as Police Lieutenant John Biddle on the television series Barnaby Jones, a role he played from 1973 to 1980. In addition to his own acting career, he was the brother of actor Conlan Carter, who was known for his work in Combat! and The Law and Mr. Jones.
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79 titles- The Hoax (2006) as Harold McGraw
- Third Watch (1999) as Chuck
- Random Hearts (1999) as Peyton's Father
- Swimming on the Moon (1999) as Thomas Hatch
- Celebrity (1998) as Father Gladden
- Her Final Fury: Betty Broderick, the Last Chapter (1994) as Judge Whelan
- The Secrets of Lake Success (1993)
- Love Can Be Murder (1992)
- Law & Order (1990) as Harlan Newfield
- Law & Order (1990) as Judge Connolly
- Law & Order (1990) as Judge Van Ness
- The Trials of Rosie O'Neill (1990) as Spencer Martin
- Hardball (1989)
- Chameleons (1989) as Hal Burton
- The Runnin' Kind (1989) as Richard Curtis
- Dear John (1988) as Judge Humphrey
- Police Story (1988) as Chief Dave Powers
- Matlock (1986) as A.D.A. Howard Wright
- Matlock (1986) as Jason Hardiman
- L.A. Law (1986) as Dr. John Petit
- MacGyver (1985) as U.S. Senator Rhodes
- Street Hawk (1985) as Elliott Kirby
- My Science Project (1985) as General
- Hunter (1984) as Captain James McBride
- The A-Team (1983) as Stan Rodgers
- The A-Team (1983) as Jacob Edwards
- Scarface (1983) as Vic Phillips
- Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983)
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983)
- The Winds of War (1983) as William Forrest
- Trauma Center (1983)
- Hotel (1982)
- Hotel (1982) as Bishop Magruder
- Simon & Simon (1981)
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Max Hartman
- Dynasty (1981)
- Our Family Business (1981) as Mr. MacGregor
- Enos (1980)
- Freebie and the Bean (1980)
- Knots Landing (1979) as Dr. Wells
- Roots: The Next Generations (1979) as T.J. Calloway
- Lou Grant (1977)
- The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries (1977)
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Congressman Harold Chapel
- Dynasty (1976) as Benjamin McCullum
- Winner Take All (1975) as Leonard Fields
- Guilty or Innocent: The Sam Sheppard Murder Case (1975) as Jack
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Ted McGinnis
- Badlands (1974) as Rich Man
- Kodiak (1974) as Charlie Benton
- Death in Space (1974)
- Barnaby Jones (1973) as Lt. Biddle
- Barnaby Jones (1973) as Lt. John Biddle
- The Doll Squad (1973) as Senator Stockwell
- The Waltons (1972)
- Emergency! (1972)
- The Rookies (1972)
- Banyon (1972)
- Joe Kidd (1972) as Judge
- Cannon (1971)
- The Andromeda Strain (1971) as MP Capt. Morton
- The Smith Family (1971) as Sgt. Ray Martin
- Earth II (1971) as Hazlitt
- Monte Walsh (1970) as Farmer
- Night Chase (1970) as Capt. Walker
- Marooned (1969) as Flight Surgeon
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Tom Whalen
- The Mod Squad (1968)
- Ironside (1967)
- Mannix (1967)
- The Invaders (1967) as Owens
- Garrison's Gorillas (1967)
- Family Affair (1966)
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Inspector John Bonner
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Porter
- The Big Valley (1965) as Floyd Vaughn
- My Three Sons (1960)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Doyle
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Father Walsh
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What movies or TV shows is John Carter best known for?
John Carter is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Hoax (2006), Scoop (2006), Random Hearts (1999), Celebrity (1998).
When and where was John Carter born?
John Carter was born on November 26, 1927 in Center Ridge, Arkansas, USA. They passed away on May 23, 2015.
How many credits does John Carter have?
John Carter has accumulated over 79 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1955 to 2006.
What is John Carter's background in cinema and television?
John Carter was an American actor born on November 26, 1927, in Center Ridge, Arkansas, and died on May 23, 2015, at the age of 87. He was the brother of actor Conlan Carter. His film appearances include Badlands in 1973, Scarface in 1983, and The Hoax in 2006. On television, he appeared in guest roles across many seri...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Scarface (1983) as Vic Phillips — aged about 55
- Garrison's Gorillas (1967) — aged about 39
- Banyon (1972) — aged about 44
- Third Watch (1999) as Chuck — aged about 71
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Ted McGinnis — aged about 46
- Emergency! (1972) — aged about 44
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