Kent Taylor
Biography
Kent Taylor was an American actor born on May 11, 1907, in Nashua, Iowa. He appeared in over 110 films, including I'm No Angel (1933), Death Takes a Holiday (1934), Payment on Demand (1951), and Track the Man Down (1955). In the 1950s, with his movie career declining, he transitioned to television, playing the title role in a detective series and the lead in another series, The Rough Riders, which aired from 1958 to 1959. Taylor had a total of 133 known credits, primarily in acting.
Career overview
Kent Taylor was an American actor born on May 11, 1907, in Nashua, Iowa. He appeared in over 110 films throughout his career, with a significant portion of his work consisting of B-movies in the 1930s and 1940s. Taylor also had roles in more prestigious studio releases, including I'm No Angel and Death Takes a Holiday.
In addition to his film work, Taylor transitioned to television in the 1950s, as the medium gained popularity. He played the title role in a detective series, Boston Blackie, starring in 58 episodes. Taylor also led a series called The Rough Riders, appearing in 39 episodes from 1958 to 1959. His television credits demonstrate his ability to adapt to changing industry trends and his willingness to take on a variety of roles.
Taylor's extensive body of work showcases his versatility as an actor. With over 110 film appearances and numerous television credits, he demonstrated a range of acting abilities throughout his career. His contributions to the entertainment industry are notable, particularly in the context of the early 20th century film and television landscape.
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137 titles- The Crawling Hand (1991) as Dr. Max Weitberg
- The Phantom of Hollywood (1974) as Wickes
- Girls for Rent (1974) as Moreno
- Angels' Wild Women (1972) as Parker
- Brain of Blood (1971) as Dr. Trenton
- Hell's Bloody Devils (1970) as Count von Delberg
- Satan's Sadists (1969) as Lew
- The Mighty Gorga (1969) as Tonga Jack Adams
- Land of the Giants (1968) as Doc Jelko
- Brides of Blood (1968) as Dr. Paul Henderson
- Rango (1967)
- Blood of Ghastly Horror (1967) as Elton Corey
- Law of the Lawless (1964) as Attorney Rand McDonald
- Harbor Lights (1963) as Dan Crown
- The Crawling Hand (1963) as Dr. Max Weitzberg
- The Day Mars Invaded Earth (1963) as Dr. David Fielding
- The Broken Land (1962) as Marshal Jim Cogan
- The Firebrand (1962) as Maj. Tim Bancroft
- The Purple Hills (1961) as Johnny Barnes
- Walk Tall (1960) as Frank Carter
- Laramie (1959)
- Hawaiian Eye (1959) as Adam Kendricks
- Hawaiian Eye (1959) as Justin Crane
- Riverboat (1959) as Morrell
- Tightrope (1959)
- Mr. Lucky (1959)
- The Rifleman (1958)
- Peter Gunn (1958)
- Bat Masterson (1958) as John Martin / Gabilan
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958)
- Bronco (1958)
- Bronco (1958) as Billy Rawlins
- The Rough Riders (1958)
- Fort Bowie (1958) as Col. James Garrett
- Gang War (1958) as Bryce Barker, Meadows' Attonery
- Zorro (1957)
- Zorro (1957) as Carlos Murrietta
- Zorro (1957) as Carlos Murietta
- Sugarfoot (1957) as Hank Farragut
- Panic! (1957)
- The Iron Sheriff (1957) as Phil Quincy
- On Trial (1956) as Phillip Brady
- Slightly Scarlet (1956) as Frank Jansen
- Ghost Town (1956) as Anse Conroy
- Frontier Gambler (1956) as Roger Chadwick
- The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues (1955) as Dr. Ted Stevens, alias Ted Baxter
- Track the Man Down (1955) as John Ford
- Secret Venture (1955) as Ted O'Hara
- Playgirl (1954) as Ted Andrews
- The Ford Television Theatre (1952) as Frank Carson
- My Little Margie (1952)
- Boston Blackie (1951) as Boston Blackie
- Payment on Demand (1951) as Robert Townsend
- The Bigelow Theatre (1950)
- Federal Agent at Large (1950) as Mark Reed, aka Nick Ravel
- Trial Without Jury (1950) as Jed Kilgore
- Western Pacific Agent (1950) as Rod Kendall
- The Sickle or the Cross (1949) as Rev. John Burnside
- Half Past Midnight (1948) as Wade Hamilton
- The Crimson Key (1947) as Lawrence 'Larry' Morgan
- Second Chance (1947) as Kendal Wolf
- Smooth as Silk (1946) as Mark Fenton (Defense Attorney)
- Deadline for Murder (1946) as Steve Millard
- Young Widow (1946) as Peter Waring
- Tangier (1946) as Ramon
- Dangerous Millions (1946) as Jack Clark
- The Daltons Ride Again (1945) as Bob Dalton
- Alaska (1944) as Gary Corbett
- Roger Touhy, Gangster (1944) as Steve Warren
- Bomber's Moon (1943) as Capt. Paul von Block
- Mississippi Gambler (1942) as John J. 'Johnny' Forbes
- Gang Busters (1942) as Det. Lt. Bannister
- Tombstone: The Town Too Tough to Die (1942) as Doc Holliday
- Half Way to Shanghai (1942) as Frederick Barton, [Screen Credit / Ads Name: Alexander Barton ]
- Frisco Lil (1942)
- Army Surgeon (1942) as Lt. Philip Harvey
- Washington Melodrama (1941) as Hal Thorne
- Repent at Leisure (1941) as Richard Hughes
- I Take This Woman (1940) as Phil Mayberry
- I'm Still Alive (1940) as Steve Bennett
- Men Against the Sky (1940) as Martin Ames
- Girl in 313 (1940) as Gregg Dunn
- Two Girls on Broadway (1940) as 'Chat' Chatsworth
- The Girl from Avenue A (1940) as MacMillan Forrester
- Five Came Back (1939) as Joe
- The Gracie Allen Murder Case (1939) as Bill Brown
- Four Girls in White (1939) as Robert 'Bob' Maitland
- Sued for Libel (1939) as Steve Lonegan
- Escape to Paradise (1939) as Richard Fleming
- Pirates of the Skies (1939)
- Three Sons (1939) as Gene Pardway
- The Jury's Secret (1938) as Walter Russell
- The Last Express (1938) as Duncan MacLain, Private Detective
- Prescription for Romance (1937) as Steve Macy
- Wings Over Honolulu (1937) as Greg Chandler
- A Girl with Ideas (1937) as Frank Barnes
- When Love Is Young (1937) as Andy Russell
- Love in a Bungalow (1937) as Jeff Langan
- The Lady Fights Back (1937) as Owen Merrill
- The Sky Parade (1936) as Tommy Wade
- My Marriage (1936) as John DeWitt Tyler III
- Florida Special (1936) as Wally Nelson
- The Accusing Finger (1936) as Jerry Welch
- Ramona (1936) as Felipe Moreno
- College Scandal (1935) as Seth Dunlap
- The County Chairman (1935) as Ben Harvey
- Without Regret (1935) as Steve Paradin
- Smart Girl (1935) as Nick Graham
- Two-Fisted (1935) as Clint Blackburn
- The Scarlet Empress (1934)
- Death Takes a Holiday (1934) as Corrado
- Double Door (1934) as Rip Van Brett
- Many Happy Returns (1934) as Movie Actor (uncredited)
- Limehouse Blues (1934) as Eric Benton
- David Harum (1934) as John
- Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch (1934) as Bob Redding
- I'm No Angel (1933) as Kirk Lawrence
- The Story of Temple Drake (1933) as First Jellybean (uncredited)
- A Lady's Profession (1933) as Dick Garfield
- White Woman (1933) as David von Elst
- Sunset Pass (1933) as Clink Peeples
- The Mysterious Rider (1933) as Wade Benton
- Cradle Song (1933) as Antonio
- Merrily We Go to Hell (1932) as Greg Boleslavsky
- If I Had a Million (1932) as Bank Teller (uncredited)
- Blonde Venus (1932) as Hiker (uncredited)
- Forgotten Commandments (1932) as Gregor
- One Hour with You (1932) as Party Guest Greeted by Colette (uncredited)
- Devil and the Deep (1932) as A Friend at Party (uncredited)
- The Night of June 13 (1932) as Reporter (uncredited)
- Dancers in the Dark (1932) as Saxophonist
- Under-Cover Man (1932) as Russ
- The Man from Yesterday (1932) as Military Policeman
- Born to Love (1931) as Ballroom Dancer (uncredited)
- The Road to Reno (1931) as Jackie's Admirer
- Ladies' Man (1931) as Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
- The False Madonna (1931) as Footman
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kent Taylor best known for?
Kent Taylor is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Paul Daniels Magic Show (1979), Flick (1970), Brides of Blood (1968), Law of the Lawless (1964).
When and where was Kent Taylor born?
Kent Taylor was born on May 11, 1907 in Nashua, Iowa, USA. They passed away on April 11, 1987.
How many credits does Kent Taylor have?
Kent Taylor has accumulated over 137 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1931 to 1991.
What is Kent Taylor's background in cinema and television?
Kent Taylor was an American actor born on May 11, 1907, in Nashua, Iowa. He appeared in over 110 films, including I'm No Angel (1933), Death Takes a Holiday (1934), Payment on Demand (1951), and Track the Man Down (1955). In the 1950s, with his movie career declining, he transitioned to television, playing the title ro...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Ford Television Theatre (1952) as Frank Carson — aged about 45
- Zorro (1957) — aged about 50
- Zorro (1957) as Carlos Murrietta — aged about 50
- Zorro (1957) as Carlos Murietta — aged about 50
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) — aged about 51
- The Rifleman (1958) — aged about 51
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