Larry Parks
Biography
Larry Parks was born on December 13, 1914, in Olathe, Kansas, USA. He was of German and Irish descent. Parks grew up in Joliet, Illinois, and later attended the University of Illinois, where he majored in science. However, he eventually pursued a career in acting, appearing in college dramatics and touring shows. He worked as an usher at Carnegie Hall and a tour guide at Radio City in New York. Parks' acting credits include multiple films and shows, with a total of 41 known credits. He passed away on April 13, 1975, at the age of 60.
Career overview
Larry Parks was a male actor born on December 13, 1914, in Olathe, Kansas, USA. He began his career in college dramatics and later appeared in touring shows. Parks made the move to New York, where he initially worked as an usher at Carnegie Hall and a tour guide at Radio City.
Following his experience in summer stock shows, Parks transitioned to a career in acting. He appeared in a 1937 B film, marking the beginning of his acting credits. Parks' acting career spanned over several decades, with a total of 41 known credits.
Parks passed away on April 13, 1975, at the age of 60.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Mystery of the Blues (1999) as Charles McArthur
- Freud: The Secret Passion (1962) as Dr. Joseph Breuer
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Dr. Steven Waller
- Suspicion (1957) as Dr. Milt Krop
- Tiger by the Tail (1955) as John Desmond
- Love Is Better Than Ever (1952) as Jud Parker
- Emergency Wedding (1950) as Peter Judson Kirk Jr.
- Jolson Sings Again (1949) as Al Jolson / Himself
- The Gallant Blade (1948) as Lt. David Picard
- The Swordsman (1948) as Alexander MacArden
- Down to Earth (1947) as Danny Miller
- The Jolson Story (1946) as Al Jolson
- Renegades (1946) as Ben Dembrow / Ben Taylor
- Counter-Attack (1945) as Kirichenko
- She's a Sweetheart (1944) as Rocky Hill
- The Racket Man (1944) as Larry Lake
- Stars on Parade (1944) as Danny Davis
- The Black Parachute (1944) as Michael Lindley
- Hey, Rookie (1944) as Jim Leighter
- Sergeant Mike (1944) as Pvt. Tom Allen
- Destroyer (1943) as Ens. Johnson (uncredited)
- Power of the Press (1943) as Jerry Purvis (uncredited)
- Reveille with Beverly (1943) as Eddie Ross
- The Deerslayer (1943) as Jingo-Good
- Is Everybody Happy? (1943) as Jerry Stewart
- Hello, Annapolis (1942) as Paul Herbert
- Canal Zone (1942) as Recruit Kincaid
- You Were Never Lovelier (1942) as Tony - Lita's Boyfriend (uncredited)
- They All Kissed the Bride (1942) as Joe Krim
- A Man's World (1942) as Chick O'Driscoll
- The Boogie Man Will Get You (1942) as Bill Layden
- Atlantic Convoy (1942) as Gregory
- Submarine Raider (1942) as Sparksie
- Blondie Goes to College (1942) as Rusty Bryant
- North of the Rockies (1942) as Jim Bailey
- Alias Boston Blackie (1942) as Joe Trilby
- Harvard Here I Come (1941) as Eddie Spellman
- Three Girls About Town (1941) as Reporter
- Honolulu Lu (1941) as Sailor
- Harmon of Michigan (1941) as Harvey
- Mystery Ship (1941) as Tommy Baker
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Larry Parks best known for?
Larry Parks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Freud: The Secret Passion (1962), Loverboy (1989), Noroi: The Curse (2005), Tiger by the Tail (1955).
When and where was Larry Parks born?
Larry Parks was born on December 13, 1914 in Olathe, Kansas, USA. They passed away on April 13, 1975.
How many credits does Larry Parks have?
Larry Parks has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1941 to 1999.
What is Larry Parks's background in cinema and television?
Larry Parks was born on December 13, 1914, in Olathe, Kansas, USA. He was of German and Irish descent. Parks grew up in Joliet, Illinois, and later attended the University of Illinois, where he majored in science. However, he eventually pursued a career in acting, appearing in college dramatics and touring shows. He wo...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Freud: The Secret Passion (1962) as Dr. Joseph Breuer — aged about 47
- Tiger by the Tail (1955) as John Desmond — aged about 40
- Suspicion (1957) as Dr. Milt Krop — aged about 42
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Dr. Steven Waller — aged about 46
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