Luis van Rooten
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 29, 1906 in Mexico City, México
- Died
- June 17, 1973
- Active Years
- 1944–1961 (18 Years)
- Total Credits
- 46 credits in database
Biography
Luis d'Antin van Rooten was a Mexican-born American actor, author, artist, designer, and architect. Born in Mexico City on November 29, 1906, he was raised in the United States and attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Known for his ability to perform in multiple dialects, he became a recognizable character actor in post-war Hollywood. His film credits include Cinderella, The Big Clock, Champion, Detective Story, Curse of the Faceless Man, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, The Sea Chase, and Heavenly Puss. Sometimes credited as Louis Van Rooten, he held 44 known acting credits during his career. He died on June 17, 1973, at the age of 66.
Career overview
Luis d'Antin van Rooten was born in Mexico City on November 29, 1906, and was raised in the United States. He studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree. Alongside his work as an actor, he was also an author, artist, designer, and architect. During his career in the entertainment industry, he was sometimes credited as Louis Van Rooten and became known in post-war Hollywood as a specialist in multiple dialects.
As a character actor, van Rooten accumulated numerous known credits across film and television. His motion picture work included appearances in Cinderella, Heavenly Puss, The Big Clock, Champion, Detective Story, Curse of the Faceless Man, Night Has a Thousand Eyes, and The Sea Chase.
Van Rooten passed away on June 17, 1973, at the age of 66.
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Full Filmography
46 titles- Fury River (1961) as Mr. Duren
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Brimley
- Peter Gunn (1958)
- Naked City (1958) as Mr. Binks
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958)
- Shirley Temple's Storybook (1958) as Chundar
- Fraulein (1958) as Fritz Graubach
- Curse of the Faceless Man (1958) as Dr. Carlo Fiorillo
- Perry Mason (1957) as Samuel Carlin
- Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957) as Grant
- The Thin Man (1957)
- The Unholy Wife (1957) as Ezra Benton
- Matinee Theater (1955)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Mel Tucker
- The Honeymooners (1955)
- The Sea Chase (1955) as Matz
- Inner Sanctum (1954)
- The Joe Palooka Story (1954) as Knobby Walsh
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Peter Gregson
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as George
- Lydia Bailey (1952) as General Charles LeClerc
- Tales of Tomorrow (1951)
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Papa Bardi
- Detective Story (1951) as Joe Feinson
- My Favorite Spy (1951) as Rudolf Hoenig
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950)
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950) as Juan
- Cinderella (1950) as King / Grand Duke (voice)
- Suspense (1949) as Police Inspector Jules Maigret
- Suspense (1949) as Monsieur Vidocq
- Champion (1949) as Jerry Harris
- City Across the River (1949) as Joe Cusack
- The Secret Of St. Ives (1949) as Clausel
- Boston Blackie's Chinese Venture (1949) as Bill Craddock (as Louis Van Rooten)
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948) as Harry Shelton
- Studio One (1948) as Lutz
- Studio One (1948) as Dad
- The Big Clock (1948) as Edwin Orlin
- Night Has a Thousand Eyes (1948) as Mr. Myers
- Beyond Glory (1948) as Dr. Joseph White (as Louis Van Rooten)
- To the Victor (1948) as Geran
- To the Ends of the Earth (1948) as Commissioner Alberto Berado
- The Gentleman from Nowhere (1948) as F.B. Barton
- Saigon (1947) as Simon
- Two Years Before the Mast (1946) as 2nd Mate Foster
- The Hitler Gang (1944) as Heinrich Himmler
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Luis van Rooten best known for?
Luis van Rooten is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including My Cousin Vinny (1992), Peter Gunn (1958), Ikiru (1952), Do the Right Thing (1989).
When and where was Luis van Rooten born?
Luis van Rooten was born on November 29, 1906 in Mexico City, México. They passed away on June 17, 1973.
How many credits does Luis van Rooten have?
Luis van Rooten has accumulated over 46 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 1961.
What is Luis van Rooten's background in cinema and television?
Luis d'Antin van Rooten was a Mexican-born American actor, author, artist, designer, and architect. Born in Mexico City on November 29, 1906, he was raised in the United States and attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Known for his ability to perform in multiple dialects, ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Perry Mason (1957) as Samuel Carlin — aged about 50
- The Thin Man (1957) — aged about 50
- The Honeymooners (1955) — aged about 48
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) — aged about 51
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Papa Bardi — aged about 44
- Detective Story (1951) as Joe Feinson — aged about 44
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