John Randolph
Biography
John Randolph was the stage name of Emanuel Hirsch Cohen, an American film, television, and stage actor. He was born on June 1, 1915, and died on February 24, 2004. During his career in the entertainment industry, he became known for his work across various mediums, including stage, television, and film. Among his noted film and television credits are appearances in MAS*H, The Paper Chase, and Backstairs at the White House. His life and career are documented in film and television databases such as The Movie Database and other international entertainment reference sources.
Career overview
John Randolph was the stage name of Emanuel Hirsch Cohen, who was an American film, television, and stage actor. He was born on June 1, 1915, and lived until February 24, 2004. Throughout his career, he established himself as a recognizable presence across multiple mediums, working extensively in film, television, and theatrical productions.
During his career, John Randolph became famous for his work in several notable productions. According to film reference sources, he gained renown for his appearances in the films MASH and The Paper Chase. In addition to his feature film work, he was recognized for his involvement in the television project Backstairs at the White House.
His professional identity as John Randolph bridged stage, television, and cinematic works throughout a long career that spanned much of the twentieth century. He remained active in the entertainment industry until his passing in February 2004, leaving behind a documented filmography recognized by public reference archives and databases.
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137 titles- The Dogwalker (2002) as Ike
- Ed (2000) as Shack Owner
- Madigan Men (2000)
- Sunset Strip (2000) as Mr. Niederhaus
- You've Got Mail (1998) as Schulyer Fox
- A Price Above Rubies (1998) as Rebbe Moshe
- ER (1994) as Mr. Franks
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Horace Widdenberg
- The American Clock (1993) as Older Lee Baumler
- A Foreign Field (1993) as Waldo
- Lady Boss (1992) as Abe Panther
- Iron Maze (1991) as Mayor Peluso
- Grand (1990) as Harris Weldon
- Sibling Rivalry (1990) as Charles Turner, Sr.
- Seinfeld (1989) as Frank Costanza
- Screen One (1989) as Waldo
- National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) as Clark Griswold Sr.
- Roseanne (1988)
- Annie McGuire (1988)
- The Wizard of Loneliness (1988) as Doc
- Superman's 50th Anniversary: A Celebration of the Man of Steel (1988) as Morton Simon, Dry Cleaner
- Married... with Children (1987) as Colonel Van Pelt
- Means and Ends (1987) as Bill Henderson
- Matlock (1986) as Sam Gerard
- As Summers Die (1986) as Augustus Tompkins
- The Right of the People (1986) as Hollander
- Joshua and the Battle of Jericho (1986) as (voice)
- Vital Signs (1986)
- The Equalizer (1985) as Jack Rattigan
- Prizzi's Honor (1985) as Angelo 'Pop' Partanna
- The Execution (1985) as Judge
- Who's the Boss? (1984)
- Eulogy (1984) as Ben
- Kentucky Woman (1983)
- A Rose for Emily (1983) as Mr. Grierson
- Shooting Stars (1983) as Producer
- Family Ties (1982) as Jake Keaton
- American Playhouse (1982) as Doc
- American Playhouse (1982) as Grampa (segment 'Homesick')
- American Playhouse (1982) as Self – Host
- Voyagers! (1982)
- Frances (1982) as Kindly Judge
- The Adventures of Pollyanna (1982) as Mr. Muller
- Dynasty (1981)
- Bret Maverick (1981)
- Darkroom (1981) as Arthur Desmond
- Nero Wolfe (1981)
- Killing at Hell's Gate (1981) as Attorney General
- Lovely But Deadly (1981) as Franklin Van Dyke
- The New Deal for Artists (1981) as Self
- The Adventures of Nellie Bly (1981) as Joseph Pulitzer
- Hagen (1980)
- The Facts of Life (1979)
- Trapper John, M.D. (1979)
- Angie (1979)
- Backstairs at the White House (1979) as Mr. Johnson
- Blind Ambition (1979) as John Mitchell
- Nero Wolfe (1979) as Lon Cohen
- Vega$ (1978)
- Kaz (1978)
- Heaven Can Wait (1978) as Former Owner
- Doctors' Private Lives (1978) as Irv
- Richie Brockelman, Private Eye (1978) as Mr. Brockelman
- The Winds of Kitty Hawk (1978) as Alexander Graham Bell
- Nowhere to Run (1978) as Marian's Father
- Lou Grant (1977)
- Lucan (1977) as Don Hoagland
- Tail Gunner Joe (1977) as Gen. Lampkin
- Secrets (1977) as Ed Warner
- Lucan (1977) as Dr. Don Hoagland
- The Gathering (1977) as Dr. Hodges
- Kill Me If You Can (1977) as Judge Lewis Goodman
- Quincy, M.E. (1976)
- All the President's Men (1976) as John Mitchell (voice) (uncredited)
- King Kong (1976) as Captain Ross
- Spencer's Pilots (1976)
- Sirota's Court (1976)
- Everybody Rides the Carousel (1976) as Stage 7 (voice)
- Independence (1976) as Samuel Adams
- Collision Course: Truman vs. MacArthur (1976) as Charlie Ross
- Wonder Woman (1975) as General Phil Blankenship
- Doctors' Hospital (1975)
- Adventures of the Queen (1975) as John Howe
- The New Original Wonder Woman (1975) as Phil Blankenship
- Beyond the Horizon (1975) as James Mayo
- F. Scott Fitzgerald in Hollywood (1975) as Rupert Wahler
- The Runaways (1975) as George Collingwood
- Earthquake (1974) as Los Angeles Mayor
- Lucas Tanner (1974) as John Hamilton
- Lincoln (1974) as Simon Cameron
- Tell Me Where It Hurts (1974) as Lou
- Nourish the Beast (1974) as Mario
- Kojak (1973) as Judge Philip Templeton Mackie, Sr.
- Police Story (1973)
- Serpico (1973) as Sidney Green
- Partners in Crime (1973) as Judge Charles Leland
- Pueblo (1973) as Lt. Gen. S.J. McKee
- M*A*S*H (1972)
- The Rookies (1972)
- The Bob Newhart Show (1972) as Junior Harrison
- Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972) as Commission Chairman
- The Family Rico (1972) as Mike Lamont
- The Judge and Jake Wyler (1972) as James Rockmore
- Columbo (1971) as Colonel Mayehoff
- Great Performances (1971) as James Mayo
- All in the Family (1971) as Joe Peterson
- Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) as Committee Chairman
- Little Murders (1971) as Mr. Chamberlain
- A Step Out of Line (1971) as Detective Riddle
- A Death of Innocence (1971) as Charles Camaron
- Crosscurrent (1971) as Frederick Cooper
- Night Gallery (1970) as H.E. Pritkin (segment "They're Tearing Down Tim Riley's Bar")
- There Was a Crooked Man... (1970) as Cyrus McNutt
- Medical Center (1969)
- Smith! (1969) as Mr. Edwards
- Number One (1969) as Coach James Southerd
- Gaily, Gaily (1969) as Father
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Marty Sloane
- Pretty Poison (1968) as Morton Azenauer
- Of Mice and Men (1968)
- Mannix (1967) as Clint Houston
- The Invaders (1967) as Police Sgt. Ernie Goldhaver
- Judd, for the Defense (1967)
- The Borgia Stick (1967) as Smith
- Sweet Love, Bitter (1967)
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Alex Morley
- Seconds (1966) as Arthur Hamilton
- Inherit the Wind (1965) as Rev. Brown
- Hamlet (1964) as Gravedigger
- The Patty Duke Show (1963)
- Bonanza (1959) as Donavan
- Bonanza (1959) as Doctor Belden
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Reverend Brown
- Fourteen Hours (1951) as Fireman (uncredited)
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Hotstuff
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Neil Dalton
- The Naked City (1948) as Ed Garzah (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Randolph best known for?
John Randolph is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ed (2000), You've Got Mail (1998), Lust, Caution (2007), Touched by an Angel (1994).
When and where was John Randolph born?
John Randolph was born on June 1, 1915 in New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on February 24, 2004.
How many credits does John Randolph have?
John Randolph has accumulated over 137 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2002.
What is John Randolph's background in cinema and television?
John Randolph was the stage name of Emanuel Hirsch Cohen, an American film, television, and stage actor. He was born on June 1, 1915, and died on February 24, 2004. During his career in the entertainment industry, he became known for his work across various mediums, including stage, television, and film. Among his note...
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