John Cazale
Biography
John Cazale was an American actor born in Boston, Massachusetts. He was known for his acting credits in film. Cazale's known credits include 13 titles. His acting career spanned multiple film projects. He was born on December 8, 1935, and passed away on March 13, 1978, at the age of 42.
Career overview
John Cazale was an American actor who appeared in a limited number of films during his career. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Cazale's acting credits include a series of films directed by Francis Ford Coppola, among others. His film appearances were notable for their quality, as each of the five films he appeared in was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Cazale's film career spanned six years, during which he appeared in five films. He was featured in archival footage in a sixth film, also nominated for Best Picture. His performances were well-regarded, and he became one of Hollywood's premier character actors. Cazale's film appearances were marked by his ability to convey complex emotions and portray nuanced characters.
Cazale's acting credits are notable for their scarcity, with only 13 known credits. Despite this, his performances had a significant impact on the films in which he appeared. His collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola are particularly notable, and his ability to convey complex emotions and portray nuanced characters made him a sought-after actor during his career.
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Full Filmography
15 titles- The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 (2016) as Frederico "Fredo" Corleone
- I Knew It Was You: Rediscovering John Cazale (2009) as Self
- The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 (1992) as Fredo Corleone
- The Freshman (1990) as Fredo Corleone (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Deer Hunter (1978) as Stan
- Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977) as Frederico "Fredo" Corleone
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Sal
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Frederico 'Fredo' Corleone
- The Conversation (1974) as Stan
- The Godfather (1972) as Fredo Corleone
- The Box (1969) Cinematography
- N.Y.P.D. (1967) as Tom Andrews
- The American Way (1962) as Beatnik
- The American Way (1962) Production Assistant
- The American Way (1962) Editor
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Cazale best known for?
John Cazale is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Getter Robo (1974), The Freshman (1990), The Deer Hunter (1978), Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977).
When and where was John Cazale born?
John Cazale was born on December 8, 1935 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. They passed away on March 13, 1978.
How many credits does John Cazale have?
John Cazale has accumulated over 15 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2016.
What is John Cazale's background in cinema and television?
John Cazale was an American actor born in Boston, Massachusetts. He was known for his acting credits in film. Cazale's known credits include 13 titles. His acting career spanned multiple film projects. He was born on December 8, 1935, and passed away on March 13, 1978, at the age of 42.
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Godfather (1972) as Fredo Corleone — aged about 36
- Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977) as Frederico "Fredo" Corleone — aged about 41
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Frederico 'Fredo' Corleone — aged about 38
- The Deer Hunter (1978) as Stan — aged about 42
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Sal — aged about 39
- The Conversation (1974) as Stan — aged about 38
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