John Derek
Biography
John Derek was an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his work in various films and television shows. Derek was born on August 12, 1926, and died on May 22, 1998, at the age of 71. He is also known by the names Dare Harris, Derek Delevan Harris, and John Derek. Derek's acting credits include appearances in films such as Playhouse 90, The Ten Commandments, and Frontier Circus. He is also known for launching the career of his fourth wife, Bo Derek. John Derek's acting career spanned over several decades, with a total of 48 known credits.
Career overview
John Derek was an American actor. He is known for his work in various films and television shows. Derek's acting credits include appearances in productions such as Playhouse 90, Desatero přikázání, and Frontier Circus.
John Derek's acting career spanned multiple decades. He appeared in a total of 48 known credits. The exact nature of his roles in these productions is not specified in the provided sources.
John Derek's work in film and television is notable for launching the career of his fourth wife, Bo Derek.
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Full Filmography
65 titles- The Making of The Ten Commandments (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Ghosts Can't Do It (1989) Director
- Ghosts Can't Do It (1989) Writer
- Ghosts Can't Do It (1989) Director of Photography
- Ghosts Can't Do It (1989) Editor
- Bolero (1984) Director
- Bolero (1984) Director of Photography
- Bolero (1984) Writer
- Playboy Video Magazine, Volume 1 (1982)
- Tarzan the Ape Man (1981) Director of Photography
- Tarzan the Ape Man (1981) Director
- Fantasies (1981) Director
- Fantasies (1981) Writer
- Love You! (1979) Director
- Love You! (1979) Camera Operator
- Love You! (1979) Cinematography
- A Boy... A Girl (1969) Editor
- A Boy... A Girl (1969) Director
- A Boy... A Girl (1969) Cinematography
- A Boy... A Girl (1969) Writer
- Childish Things (1969) Director
- Once Before I Die (1966) as Bailey
- Once Before I Die (1966) Producer
- Once Before I Die (1966) Director
- Nightmare in the Sun (1965) as Hitchhiker
- Nightmare in the Sun (1965) Director
- Frontier Circus (1961)
- Frontier Circus (1961) as Ben Travis
- Exodus (1960) as Taha
- Prisoner of the Volga (1959) as Alexej Orloff
- High Hell (1958) as Craig Rhodes
- Omar Khayyam (1957) as Prince Malik
- The Flesh Is Weak (1957) as Tony Giani
- Fury at Showdown (1957) as Brock Mitchell
- Pirate of the Half Moon (1957) as Nadir El Krim / Paul de Vellenera
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Andy Todd
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Chet Loring
- The Ten Commandments (1956) as Joshua
- Massacre at Sand Creek (1956) as Lt. Norman Tucker
- The Leather Saint (1956) as Father Gil Allen
- Run for Cover (1955) as Davey Bishop
- Prince of Players (1955) as John Wilkes Booth
- An Annapolis Story (1955) as Tony Scott
- The Adventures of Hajji Baba (1954) as Hajji Baba
- The Outcast (1954) as Jet Cosgrave
- The Big Moment (1954) as Avrum
- Ambush at Tomahawk Gap (1953) as Kid
- The Last Posse (1953) as Jed Clayton
- Sea of Lost Ships (1953) as G.R. 'Grad' Matthews
- Prince of Pirates (1953) as Prince Roland
- Mission Over Korea (1953) as Lt. Pete Barker
- Thunderbirds (1952) as Lt. Gil Hackett
- Rainbow 'Round My Shoulder (1952) as John Derek
- Scandal Sheet (1952) as Steve McCleary
- Mask of the Avenger (1951) as Capt. Renato Dimorna
- Saturday's Hero (1951) as Steve Novak
- The Family Secret (1951) as David Clark
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as George Eastman
- Rogues of Sherwood Forest (1950) as Robin, Earl of Huntington
- All the King's Men (1949) as Tom Stark
- Knock on Any Door (1949) as Nick Romano
- A Double Life (1947) as Police Stenographer (uncredited)
- I'll Be Seeing You (1944) as Lieutenant Bruce
- Since You Went Away (1944) as (uncredited)
- The Nest (1943) as Boyfriend (as "Dare Harris")
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What movies or TV shows is John Derek best known for?
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When and where was John Derek born?
John Derek was born on August 12, 1926. They passed away on May 22, 1998.
How many credits does John Derek have?
John Derek has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1943 to 2003.
What is John Derek's background in cinema and television?
John Derek was an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his work in various films and television shows. Derek was born on August 12, 1926, and died on May 22, 1998, at the age of 71. He is also known by the names Dare Harris, Derek Delevan Harris, and John Derek. Derek's acting credits include appearances in fi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Ten Commandments (1956) as Joshua — aged about 29
- Scandal Sheet (1952) as Steve McCleary — aged about 25
- Run for Cover (1955) as Davey Bishop — aged about 28
- Exodus (1960) as Taha — aged about 33
- The Outcast (1954) as Jet Cosgrave — aged about 27
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as George Eastman — aged about 23
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