Johnny Eck
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 27, 1911 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Active Years
- 1932–1932 (1 Years)
- Total Credits
- 2 credits in database
Biography
Johnny Eck works in acting. Born August 27, 1911 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Archytele tracks 2 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
2 titles- Freaks (1932) as Half Boy
- Tarzan the Ape Man (1932) as Bird Creature (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Johnny Eck best known for?
Johnny Eck is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Freaks (1932), Tarzan the Ape Man (1932).
When and where was Johnny Eck born?
Johnny Eck was born on August 27, 1911 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
How many credits does Johnny Eck have?
Johnny Eck has accumulated over 2 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1932 to 1932.
What is Johnny Eck's background in cinema and television?
John Eckhardt Jr, (August 27, 1911 – January 5, 1991), professionally billed as Johnny Eck, was an American freak show performer in sideshows and a film actor. Born with sacral agenesis, Eck is best known today for his role in Tod Browning's 1932 cult classic film Freaks and his appearances as a bird creature in severa...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Freaks (1932) as Half Boy — aged about 20
- Tarzan the Ape Man (1932) as Bird Creature (uncredited) — aged about 20
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