Robert Conrad
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 1, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died
- February 8, 2020
- Active Years
- 1944–2002 (59 Years)
- Total Credits
- 101 credits in database
Biography
Robert Conrad was an American film and television actor, singer, and stuntman. Born on March 1, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, he is most remembered for his role in the television series The Wild Wild West, playing Secret Service agent James T. West. He also portrayed World War II ace Pappy Boyington in the television series Baa Baa Black Sheep. In addition to acting, Conrad was a singer, recording several pop/rock songs in the late 1950s and early 1960s as Bob Conrad. He had a long acting career with 87 known credits, and hosted a weekly radio show, The PM Show with Robert Conrad, from 2008.
Career overview
Robert Conrad was an American actor known for his roles in television series. He played Secret Service agent James T. West in the 1965-69 television series. Conrad also portrayed World War II ace Pappy Boyington in the television series Baa Baa Black Sheep, later syndicated as Black Sheep Squadron. In addition to these roles, he played the part of Pasquinel, a pioneering French Canadian trapper, in a television series.
Conrad's acting career spanned multiple television shows. He appeared in a total of 87 acting credits. His work in television series showcased his versatility as an actor, taking on various roles in different genres. Conrad's performances were well-received by audiences, cementing his place in the world of American television.
Throughout his career, Conrad demonstrated his range as an actor. He played significant roles in notable television series, contributing to his lasting impact on the entertainment industry. His work continues to be remembered and appreciated by fans of classic television.
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Full Filmography
101 titles- Dead Above Ground (2002) as Reed Wilson
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Robert Conrad
- Nash Bridges (1996) as Cal trans guy
- Jingle All the Way (1996) as Officer Hummell
- High Sierra Search and Rescue (1995)
- High Sierra Search and Rescue (1995) Creator
- Two Fathers: Justice for the Innocent (1994) as Stackhouse
- Search and Rescue (1994) as Tooter
- Samurai Cowboy (1994) as Gabe McBride
- Sworn to Vengeance (1993) as Sergeant Stewart
- Mario and the Mob (1992)
- Anything to Survive (1990) as Eddie Barton
- Jesse Hawkes (1989)
- Police Story (1988) as Officer Charles 'Chick' Stacy
- High Mountain Rangers (1988)
- High Mountain Rangers (1988) Director
- High Mountain Rangers (1988) Creator
- Police Story: Gladiator School (1988) as Officer Charles 'Chick' Stacy
- Glory Days (1988) as Mike Moran
- Glory Days (1988) Director
- High Mountain Rangers (1987) as Jesse Hawkes
- High Mountain Rangers (1987) Director
- J.J. Starbuck (1987)
- Assassin (1986) as Henry Stanton
- The Fifth Missile (1986) as Cmdr. Mark Van Meer
- WrestleMania II (1986) as Self
- All Star Party for Clint Eastwood (1986) as Self (uncredited)
- One Police Plaza (1986) as Lt. Daniel B. Malone
- Charley Hannah (1986) as Capt. Charley Hannah
- Moving Violations (1985) as Chief Rowe (uncredited)
- Two Fathers' Justice (1985) as Bill Stackhouse
- Hard Knox (1984) as Col. Joe Knox
- Confessions of a Married Man (1983) as Walter Price
- Will: G. Gordon Liddy (1982) as George Gordon Battle Liddy (G. Gordon Liddy)
- Wrong Is Right (1982) as General Wombat
- The Billy Crystal Comedy Hour (1982)
- More Wild Wild West (1980) as Jim West
- Coach of the Year (1980) as Jim Brandon
- Breaking Up Is Hard to Do (1979) as Frank Scapa
- A Man Called Sloane (1979)
- A Man Called Sloane (1979) Director
- The Duke (1979)
- The Duke (1979) Director
- The Lady in Red (1979) as John Dillinger
- The Wild Wild West Revisited (1979) as James T. West
- Breaking Up Is Hard to Do (1979) as Frank Scapa
- Centennial (1978) as Pasquinel
- Confessions of the D.A. Man (1978) as Paul Ryan
- World of the Unknown (1978) as Himself
- Superstunt (1977) as Self
- Laugh-In (1977) as Guest Performer
- Sudden Death (1977) as Duke Smith
- Donny & Marie (1976) as Self
- Baa Baa Black Sheep (1976) as Greg "Pappy" Boyington
- Baa Baa Black Sheep (1976) Director
- Battle of the Network Stars (1976)
- The Flying Misfits (1976) as Maj. Greg 'Pappy' Boyington
- Smash-Up on Interstate 5 (1976) as Sergeant Sam Marcum
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Murph the Surf (1975) as Allan Kuhn
- The Last Day (1975) as Bob Dalton
- Assignment: Vienna (1972) as Jake Webster
- The Adventures of Nick Carter (1972) as Nick Carter
- Columbo (1971) as Milo Janos
- Five Desperate Women (1971) as Michael Wylie
- The D.A. (1971) as Deputy D.A. Paul Ryan
- The D.A.: Conspiracy to Kill (1971) as Deputy D.A. Paul Ryan
- Weekend of Terror (1970) as Eddie
- The D.A.: Murder One (1969) as Paul Ryan
- Mannix (1967)
- Ven a cantar conmigo (1967) as Bob
- The Bandits (1967) as Chris Barrett
- The Bandits (1967) Director
- The Bandits (1967) Screenplay
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Eddie Lorca
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Bobby
- The Wild Wild West (1965) as James T. West
- Young Dillinger (1965) as 'Pretty Boy' Floyd
- The New Cinderella (1964) as Bob Conrad
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Gary Kemp
- Temple Houston (1963) as Martin Purcell
- Palm Springs Weekend (1963) as Eric Dean
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Gallant Men (1962)
- Red Nightmare (1962) as Pete
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self - Co-Host
- Cash McCall (1960) as Bellboy (uncredited)
- Hawaiian Eye (1959) as Tom Lopaka
- Lock-Up (1959)
- The Man and the Challenge (1959)
- Paratroop Command (1959) as Art (uncredited)
- Lawman (1958) as Davey Catterton
- Sea Hunt (1958)
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Tom Lopaka
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Tom Lopaka (uncredited)
- Juvenile Jungle (1958) as Boy at beach
- Thundering Jets (1958) as Lt. Robert "Tiger" Kiley
- Maverick (1957)
- Highway Patrol (1955)
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Robert Conrad best known for?
Robert Conrad is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Just Shoot Me! (1997), Nash Bridges (1996), Jingle All the Way (1996), The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (2008).
When and where was Robert Conrad born?
Robert Conrad was born on March 1, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. They passed away on February 8, 2020.
How many credits does Robert Conrad have?
Robert Conrad has accumulated over 101 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2002.
What is Robert Conrad's background in cinema and television?
Robert Conrad was an American film and television actor, singer, and stuntman. Born on March 1, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, he is most remembered for his role in the television series The Wild Wild West, playing Secret Service agent James T. West. He also portrayed World War II ace Pappy Boyington in the television ser...
Robert Conrad by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Columbo (1971) as Milo Janos — aged about 36
- Centennial (1978) as Pasquinel — aged about 43
- Baa Baa Black Sheep (1976) as Greg "Pappy" Boyington — aged about 41
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Eddie Lorca — aged about 31
- Mission: Impossible (1966) as Bobby — aged about 31
- The Wild Wild West (1965) as James T. West — aged about 30
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