Richard Crane
Biography
Richard Crane was a veteran character actor whose career spanned three decades in films and television. He was born on June 6, 1918, in New Castle, Indiana, USA. Crane's early career included many uncredited performances in feature films made in the 1940s. He is best-remembered for his portrayal of the title role in the TV science fiction series Rocky Jones, Space Ranger, which ran for two seasons starting in 1954. Crane died of a heart attack at the age of 50 on March 9, 1969. He is buried in Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery. Throughout his career, Crane accumulated 98 known credits, primarily in acting.
Career overview
Richard Crane's acting career spanned three decades in films and television. His early career included many uncredited performances in feature films made in the 1940s. This marked the beginning of his long-standing involvement in the entertainment industry.
Crane's most notable role was in the TV science fiction series Rocky Jones, Space Ranger, which he played the title role in. The series ran for two seasons starting in 1954. This portrayal remains one of his most recognizable performances.
Throughout his career, Richard Crane accumulated a total of 98 acting credits. He appeared in a variety of films and television shows, including Silent Service, The, and episodes of Playhouse 90 and Mike Hammer. His work in these productions showcased his versatility as an actor and his ability to adapt to different roles and genres.
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100 titles- Adam-12 (1968) as Sergeant
- Honey West (1965) as Master of Ceremonies
- Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964)
- Surf Party (1964) as Sgt. Wayne Neal
- Fraternity of Horror (1964) Director
- House of the Damned (1963) as Joseph Schiller
- Please Don't Touch Me (1963)
- The Virginian (1962) as Paul Denning
- Devil's Partner (1961) as David Simpson
- Boy Who Caught a Crook (1961) as Connors
- Surfside 6 (1960)
- Michael Shayne (1960)
- 13 Fighting Men (1960) as Loomis
- Hawaiian Eye (1959)
- Philip Marlowe (1959)
- The Alligator People (1959) as Paul Webster
- Battle Flame (1959) as Dr. Bill Stoddard
- Wanted: Dead or Alive (1958) as Paul Cameron
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958)
- Bronco (1958)
- The Deep Six (1958) as Lieutenant j.g. Swanson
- No Time at All (1958) as Alvy Webber
- Perry Mason (1957) as George Moore
- Perry Mason (1957) as Dr. Douglas Keene
- Maverick (1957) as Jedd Ferris
- Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957) as Arnie Baselice
- Sugarfoot (1957) as Sheriff Andy Horton
- Trackdown (1957)
- Official Detective (1957)
- 26 Men (1957)
- Guns Don't Argue (1957) as Homer Van Meter
- Bailout at 43,000 (1957) as Captain Jack Nolan
- State Trooper (1956)
- Playhouse 90 (1956) as Alvy Webber
- Forbidden Moon (1956) as Rocky Jones
- Menace from Outer Space (1956) as Rocky Jones
- The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp (1955)
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955)
- Navy Log (1955)
- Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe (1955) as Dick Preston
- Bobby Ware Is Missing (1955) as Police Car Deputy in Car #12 (as Dick Crane)
- No Man's Woman (1955) as Dick Sawyer
- The Eternal Sea (1955) as Lt. Johnson
- Rocky Jones, Space Ranger (1954)
- Crash of Moons (1954) as Rocky Jones
- Silver Needle in the Sky (1954) as Rocky Jones
- Beyond the Moon (1954) as Rocky Jones
- Manhunt in Space (1954) as Rocky Jones
- The Gypsy Moon (1954) as Rocky Jones
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Billy
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Dr. Reynolds
- Winning of the West (1953) as Jack Autry
- The Great Adventures of Captain Kidd (1953) as Richard Dale
- The Neanderthal Man (1953) as Dr. Ross Harkness
- Woman They Almost Lynched (1953) as Yankee Lieutenant (uncredited)
- Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe (1953) as Dick Preston
- Hopalong Cassidy (1952)
- Gang Busters (1952)
- Thundering Caravans (1952) as Deputy Dan Reed
- Leadville Gunslinger (1952) as Jim Blanchard
- Racket Squad (1951)
- Boston Blackie (1951)
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Chuck Carmody
- The Last Outpost (1951) as McReady (uncredited)
- Man in the Saddle (1951) as Juke Vird
- Mysterious Island (1951) as Capt. Cyrus Harding
- A Lady Without Passport (1950) as Lt. Maxon, Navy Flyer
- Dynamite (1949) as Johnny Brown
- Waterfront at Midnight (1948) as Denny Hanrohan
- Angel on the Amazon (1948) as Johnny MacMahon
- Arthur Takes Over (1948) as James Clark
- Campus Honeymoon (1948) as Robert Watson
- Triple Threat (1948)
- Behind Green Lights (1946) as Johnny Williams
- The Flying Serpent (1946) as Hanson, station XOR broadcaster
- Johnny Comes Flying Home (1946) as Johnny Martin
- Primary Flight Training: Flight Sense (1944) as Second Dive-bomber Pilot
- Follow the Boys (1944) as Marine Officer (uncredited)
- None Shall Escape (1944) as Willie Grimm as a Man
- Patrolling the Ether (1944) as Phillip
- So Proudly We Hail (1943) as Georgie Larson (Uncredited)
- This Is the Army (1943) as Sergeant on Field March (uncredited)
- Dr. Gillespie's Criminal Case (1943) as Sailor at Dance (uncredited)
- Riders of the Deadline (1943) as Tim Mason
- For God and Country (1943) as Medical Orderly
- Corvette K-225 (1943) as Leading Torpedo Man
- Cry 'Havoc' (1943) as Man
- Happy Land (1943) as Rusty Marsh
- Proceed and Report (1943) as Lt. (jg) Lee
- Someone to Remember (1943) as Paul Parker
- This Time for Keeps (1942) as Eustace Andrews
- Eagle Squadron (1942) as Griffith
- The Phantom Plainsmen (1942) as Tad Marvin
- Keep 'Em Flying (1941) as Cadet Stevens (uncredited)
- In the Navy (1941) as Office Boy (uncredited)
- Susan and God (1940) as Bob
- We Who Are Young (1940) as Savoy-Carlton Bellboy (uncredited)
- Keeping Company (1940) as Eddie Lane
- Meet the Wildcat (1940) as Bill--Office Worker
- Lassie: Countdown as Newscaster
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What movies or TV shows is Richard Crane best known for?
Richard Crane is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Adam-12 (1968), Honey West (1965), Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964), House of the Damned (1963).
When and where was Richard Crane born?
Richard Crane was born on June 6, 1918 in New Castle, Indiana , USA. They passed away on March 9, 1969.
How many credits does Richard Crane have?
Richard Crane has accumulated over 100 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1940 to 1968.
What is Richard Crane's background in cinema and television?
Richard Crane was a veteran character actor whose career spanned three decades in films and television. He was born on June 6, 1918, in New Castle, Indiana, USA. Crane's early career included many uncredited performances in feature films made in the 1940s. He is best-remembered for his portrayal of the title role in th...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Perry Mason (1957) as George Moore — aged about 39
- Perry Mason (1957) as Dr. Douglas Keene — aged about 39
- Playhouse 90 (1956) as Alvy Webber — aged about 38
- Honey West (1965) as Master of Ceremonies — aged about 47
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) — aged about 40
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Chuck Carmody — aged about 33
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