Kenneth McMillan
Biography
Kenneth McMillan was an American actor born on July 2, 1932, and died on January 8, 1989. He was often cast as gruff, hostile, and unfriendly characters due to his rough image. McMillan also appeared in lighter comic roles showcasing his gentler side. He is known for his roles as Jack Doyle in Rhoda and as Baron Harkonnen in David Lynch's Dune.
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59 titles- Remembering Ragtime (2004) as Willy Conklin (archive footage)
- Three Fugitives (1989) as Horvath
- Favorite Son (1988) as Henry O'Brien
- Malone (1987) as Hawkins
- Tales from the Hollywood Hills: Natica Jackson (1987) as Lou Carter
- Armed and Dangerous (1986) as Captain Clarence O'Connell
- Acceptable Risks (1986) as Wes Boggs
- Moonlighting (1985) as Baptista
- Runaway Train (1985) as Eddie MacDonald
- Cat's Eye (1985) as Cressner
- Our Family Honor (1985) as Patrick McKay
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Coach Kevin Cauldwell
- Dune (1984) as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen
- The Pope of Greenwich Village (1984) as Barney
- Reckless (1984) as John Rourke Sr.
- Protocol (1984) as Senator Norris
- Concrete Beat (1984) as Marion Kaiser
- Maggie Briggs (1984)
- When She Says No (1984) as Mr. Michaels
- Blue Skies Again (1983) as Dirk
- Dixie: Changing Habits (1983) as Tony Marchesso
- Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade (1983) as Lt. Herbie Quilan
- Packin' It In (1983) as Howard Estep
- Destination Dune (1983) as Self
- The Clairvoyant (1982) as Detective Cullum
- In the Custody of Strangers (1982) as Albert C. Caruso
- Partners (1982) as Chief Wilkins
- Heartbeeps (1981) as Max
- True Confessions (1981) as Frank Crotty
- Ragtime (1981) as Willie Conklin
- Eyewitness (1981) as Mr. Deever
- Whose Life Is It Anyway? (1981) as Judge Wyler
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Joe Hatten
- Borderline (1980) as Malcolm Wallace
- Little Miss Marker (1980) as Brannigan
- Hide in Plain Sight (1980) as Sam Marzetta
- Carny (1980) as Heavy St. John
- The Hustler of Muscle Beach (1980) as Joseph Demec
- Salem's Lot (1979) as Parkins Gillespie
- Chilly Scenes of Winter (1979) as Pete
- Girlfriends (1978) as Cabbie
- Oliver's Story (1978) as Jamie Francis
- King (1978) as Bull Connor
- A Death in Canaan (1978) as Sgt. Tim Scully
- Bloodbrothers (1978) as Banion
- Breaking Up (1978) as Vancrier
- Johnny, We Hardly Knew Ye (1977) as Softy McNamara
- The Rubber Gun Squad (1977)
- Starsky & Hutch (1975)
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Commissioner (uncredited)
- The Stepford Wives (1975) as Market Manager
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Morry Hawthorne
- Rhoda (1974)
- Rhoda (1974) as Jack Doyle
- The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) as Borough Commander
- Kojak (1973) as Lt. Decker
- Kojak (1973) as Lt. George O'Mara
- Kojak (1973) as Lt. Becker
- Serpico (1973) as Charlie (uncredited)
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What movies or TV shows is Kenneth McMillan best known for?
Kenneth McMillan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Three Fugitives (1989), Men of War (1994), Armed and Dangerous (1986), Moonlighting (1985).
When and where was Kenneth McMillan born?
Kenneth McMillan was born on July 2, 1932 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on January 8, 1989.
How many credits does Kenneth McMillan have?
Kenneth McMillan has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2004.
What is Kenneth McMillan's background in cinema and television?
Kenneth McMillan was an American actor born on July 2, 1932, and died on January 8, 1989. He was often cast as gruff, hostile, and unfriendly characters due to his rough image. McMillan also appeared in lighter comic roles showcasing his gentler side. He is known for his roles as Jack Doyle in Rhoda and as Baron Harkon...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Commissioner (uncredited) — aged about 42
- Our Family Honor (1985) as Patrick McKay — aged about 52
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Morry Hawthorne — aged about 41
- Moonlighting (1985) as Baptista — aged about 52
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Coach Kevin Cauldwell — aged about 51
- The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) as Borough Commander — aged about 41
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