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John Drainie

Acting 24 credits
24
Total Credits
1947–1966
20 Years Career Span
4
Vault Titles
5
Key Co-Stars

Biography

John Drainie works in acting. Archytele tracks 24 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.

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Known for

The King Kong Show

as (voice)

The Wednesday Play

as Dr. Hildesheim
Film

The Incredible Journey

as Professor Jim Hunter
Film

Shrek the Third

as The Rev. Davidson

Frequent co-stars

Billie Mae Richards 1 shared title
Carl Banas 1 shared title
Susan Conway 1 shared title
Alfie Scopp 1 shared title
Paul Soles 1 shared title

Career timeline

The King Kong Show
The Wednesday PlayStory ParadeChuckwagon
EspionageThe Incredible Journey
Anne of Green Gables
The Sceptre and the Mace
Armchair Theatre
FolioFolioFolioBush Doctor
AircrewThe Stratford Adventure
Land of the Long Day
Caribou Hunters
Over-DependencySummer Is for Kids
Studio OneStudio OneThe Feeling of HostilityThe Home Town Paper
R.C.M.P. File 1365: The Connor Case

Full Filmography

24 titles
  • The King Kong Show (1966) as (voice)
  • The Wednesday Play (1964) as Dr. Hildesheim
  • Story Parade (1964) as Jim Bradley
  • Chuckwagon (1964) as Narrator
  • Espionage (1963) as General Aubach
  • The Incredible Journey (1963) as Professor Jim Hunter
  • Anne of Green Gables (1958) as Matthew Cuthbert
  • The Sceptre and the Mace (1957) as Narrator
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  • Armchair Theatre (1956) as The Rev. Davidson
  • Folio (1955) as Banquo
  • Folio (1955)
  • Folio (1955) as Matthew
  • Bush Doctor (1955) as Narrator
  • Aircrew (1954) as Narrator (voice)
  • The Stratford Adventure (1954) as Narrator
  • Land of the Long Day (1952) as Narrator
  • Caribou Hunters (1951) as Narrator (voice)
  • Over-Dependency (1949) as Commentator (voice)
  • Summer Is for Kids (1949) as Narration (voice)
  • Studio One (1948) as Mr. Arcularis
  • Studio One (1948) as Felix Dodge
  • The Feeling of Hostility (1948) as Narrator
  • The Home Town Paper (1948) as Narrator (voice)
  • R.C.M.P. File 1365: The Connor Case (1947) as Narrator

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is John Drainie best known for?

John Drainie is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The King Kong Show (1966), The Wednesday Play (1964), The Incredible Journey (1963), Shrek the Third (2007).

How many credits does John Drainie have?

John Drainie has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1947 to 1966.

What is John Drainie's background in cinema and television?

John Drainie was a renowned Canadian actor and broadcaster, recognized for his exceptional contributions to both radio and television. He gained prominence for his captivating performances in various radio dramas and programs, showcasing his versatility and talent in storytelling. Drainie was highly regarded for his vo...

John Drainie by the numbers

24credits
14films
10TV series
1947–1966active years

Full filmography (24)

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