John Dierkes
Biography
John Dierkes was born on February 10, 1905, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Brown University and worked as an economist for the United States Department of State. During World War II, he served in Britain with the Red Cross. After the war, he worked for the U.S. Treasury Department, which sent him to Hollywood as a technical advisor for the film To the Ends of the Earth. Dierkes' tall frame and appearance led to a long career as a character actor, often portraying villains or soldiers. He appeared in 61 known credits. Dierkes passed away on January 8, 1975, at the age of 69.
Career overview
John Dierkes was a character actor who enjoyed a long career in Hollywood. He was known for his tall frame, standing at 6 feet, 6 inches. Dierkes often portrayed villains or soldiers in his acting roles.
Dierkes' career as a technical advisor began when he was sent to Hollywood by the U.S. Treasury Department. He worked as a technical advisor for the film To the Ends of the Earth, released in 1948. Dierkes' acting career also included a role in Orson Welles' version of a film, although the title of the film is not specified in the provided sources.
As a character actor, Dierkes appeared in a total of 61 films and television shows, although the titles of these projects are not listed in the provided sources. Dierkes' acting career spanned many years, with his death occurring on January 8, 1975, at the age of 69.
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Full Filmography
66 titles- John Wayne's 'The Alamo' (1992) as Jocko Robertson
- Creepy Classics (1987) as Roderick Craven - (archive footage)
- Rage (1972) as Bill Parker
- The Omega Man (1971) as Family Member
- Johnny Cool (1963) as Cripple
- The Haunted Palace (1963) as Benjamin West / Jacob West
- X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963) as Preacher (uncredited)
- The Raven (1963) as Roderick Craven
- The Premature Burial (1962) as Sweeny
- Convicts 4 (1962) as Cell Block Guard (uncredited)
- One-Eyed Jacks (1961) as Chet
- The Comancheros (1961) as Ranger Bill Larsen (uncredited)
- The Aquanauts (1960) as Inspector Crail
- The Alamo (1960) as Jocko Robertson
- The Slowest Gun in the West (1960) as 'Wild Bill' Monks
- Rawhide (1959) as Private
- Rawhide (1959) as Martinson
- The Hanging Tree (1959) as Society Red
- The Oregon Trail (1959) as Gabe Hastings
- The Rifleman (1958) as Nel Svenson
- Peter Gunn (1958)
- Wanted: Dead or Alive (1958) as Charlie
- Touch of Evil (1958) as Policeman (uncredited)
- The Left Handed Gun (1958) as McSween
- The Buccaneer (1958) as Deacon
- Blood Arrow (1958) as Ez
- Tales of Wells Fargo (1957) as Scanlon
- Valerie (1957) as Bartender
- The Guns of Fort Petticoat (1957) as Texas Storekeeper (uncredited)
- The Buckskin Lady (1957) as Swanson
- Down Liberty Road (1957) as Soldier (Uncredited)
- Death in Small Doses (1957)
- Daughter of Dr. Jekyll (1957) as Jacob
- The Halliday Brand (1957) as Reverend
- Duel at Apache Wells (1957) as Bill Sowers
- State Trooper (1956)
- Telephone Time (1956)
- Jubal (1956) as Carson - Horgan Rider
- Friendly Persuasion (1956) as Farmer (uncredited)
- The Fastest Gun Alive (1956) as Cross Creek Townsman (uncredited)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Rydell
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Ace
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Indian
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Dahoma
- Not as a Stranger (1955) as Bursar
- The Vanishing American (1955) as Freil
- Betrayed Women (1955) as Cletus Ballard
- The Naked Jungle (1954) as Gruber
- The Raid (1954) as Cpl. Fred Deane
- Adventures Of The Falcon (1954)
- Hell's Outpost (1954) as Swede - the Cook (uncredited)
- The Desperado (1954) as Police Sergeant
- Shane (1953) as Morgan Ryker
- Gun Fury (1953)
- The Vanquished (1953) as General Morris
- Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953) as Batley
- The Moonlighter (1953) as Sheriff Daws
- Les Miserables (1952) as Bosun (uncredited)
- The Thing from Another World (1951) as Dr. Chapman
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Joe Bronson
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Dr. Belvedere
- The Red Badge of Courage (1951) as Jim Conklin - the Tall Soldier
- Silver City (1951) as Arnie
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Jeb Bricker
- Three Husbands (1950) as Night Court Judge (uncredited)
- Macbeth (1948) as Ross
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Dierkes best known for?
John Dierkes is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Omega Man (1971), Johnny Cool (1963), The Haunted Palace (1963), X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963).
When and where was John Dierkes born?
John Dierkes was born on February 10, 1905 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. They passed away on January 8, 1975.
How many credits does John Dierkes have?
John Dierkes has accumulated over 66 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 1992.
What is John Dierkes's background in cinema and television?
John Dierkes was born on February 10, 1905, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Brown University and worked as an economist for the United States Department of State. During World War II, he served in Britain with the Red Cross. After the war, he worked for the U.S. Treasury Department, which sent him to Hollywood as a te...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Touch of Evil (1958) as Policeman (uncredited) — aged about 53
- Shane (1953) as Morgan Ryker — aged about 48
- Rawhide (1959) as Private — aged about 54
- Rawhide (1959) as Martinson — aged about 54
- The Desperado (1954) as Police Sergeant — aged about 49
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Joe Bronson — aged about 46
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