Robert Osterloh
Biography
Robert Osterloh was an American male actor born on May 31, 1918, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Over a career that spanned several decades, he accumulated 87 credited performances, as recorded by major film databases. Osterloh’s work included a role as Ben, a gas‑station attendant, in the 1953 drama and road movie “Hot Blood.” He is listed among the acting professionals on prominent entertainment reference sites, where his contributions are noted without additional pseudonyms. Osterloh passed away on April 16, 2001, at the age of 82. His filmography reflects a substantial body of work in both movies and television.
Career overview
Robert Osterloh was an American actor born on May 31 1918 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Over the course of his career he accumulated a substantial body of work, with 87 credited performances listed in major film and television databases. His career spanned several decades, and he remained active in the industry until his death on April 16 2001 at the age of 82.
Among his known screen appearances, Osterloh is credited with a role in the 1953 drama and road‑movie Hot Blood, in which he portrayed Ben, a gas‑station attendant. This part exemplifies the character work he performed during the early 1950s, a period when he was building his résumé across both film and television productions. The breadth of his filmography, as reflected in the extensive list of 87 credits, indicates that he was a versatile supporting actor who contributed to a wide range of projects throughout his career.
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96 titles- The Delphi Bureau: The Merchant of Death Assignment (1972) as Drunk
- Rosemary's Baby (1968) as Mr. Fountain (uncredited)
- Coogan's Bluff (1968) as Deputy (uncredited)
- Shadow Over Elveron (1968) as Dep. Ed Kelly
- Ironside (1967)
- Ironside (1967) as Willard Parks
- The Invaders (1967) as Carl Wyeth
- Warning Shot (1967)
- Felony Squad (1966)
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Maconne
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Harberg
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Frank Nemo
- The Legend of Jesse James (1965) as Sheriff
- Young Dillinger (1965) as Federal Agent Baum
- The Outer Limits (1963) as General
- Cain's Hundred (1961) as Capt. Frank Leslie
- Thriller (1960) as Capt. Greer
- Checkmate (1960)
- Coronado 9 (1960)
- Inherit the Wind (1960) as Sam - Deputy Arresting Cates (uncredited)
- Bonanza (1959) as Casey
- The Untouchables (1959) as Benny Joplin
- The Deputy (1959) as Nathans
- One Step Beyond (1959) as Mr. Dibble
- Law of the Plainsman (1959) as Joe Baker
- Tightrope (1959)
- The Lawless Years (1959)
- Men Into Space (1959) as Dr. Rice
- Warlock (1959) as Professor (uncredited)
- The Scarface Mob (1959)
- The Rifleman (1958)
- Wanted: Dead or Alive (1958) as Kenny
- Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958) as Tom Kopke
- Man with a Camera (1958)
- I Bury the Living (1958) as Lt. Clayborne
- The Case Against Brooklyn (1958) as Det. Sgt. Bonney
- Fort Massacre (1958) as Schwabacker
- Perry Mason (1957) as Morey Allen
- Perry Mason (1957) as Walter Sprague
- Wagon Train (1957) as Ransome Jarvis
- Wagon Train (1957) as Wilbur Martin
- Wagon Train (1957) as Pittinger
- M Squad (1957) as Joe DaLiso
- Baby Face Nelson (1957) as FBI Agent Johnson
- The Hired Man (1957) as Lt. Sawyer
- Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) as Ambulance Attendant
- Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) as Ambulance Driver (uncredited)
- Hot Cars (1956) as Mr. Hayman
- Star in the Dust (1956) as Rigdon
- Johnny Concho (1956) as Duke Lang
- The Desperados Are in Town (1956) as Deputy Sheriff Mike Broome
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Dan Dresslar
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) as Tom Robinson
- Violent Saturday (1955) as Roy, Bartender
- Man with the Gun (1955) as Virg Trotter (uncredited)
- An Annapolis Story (1955) as Midshipman Laisson
- The Whistler (1954)
- The Lone Wolf (1954) as Jack Procter
- Johnny Guitar (1954) as Sam (uncredited)
- Riot in Cell Block 11 (1954) as The Colonel
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Solly
- The Wild One (1953) as Ben
- Wicked Woman (1953) as Larry Lowry
- Private Eyes (1953) as Professor Damon
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Stan the Stickman
- Cavalcade of America (1952) as Simpson
- Cavalcade of America (1952) as Sam Houghton
- Red Skies of Montana (1952) as Mac, Dispatcher (uncredited)
- One Minute to Zero (1952) as Maj. Davis
- Mutiny (1952) as Feversham, Gunner
- The Ring (1952) as Freddy Jack
- The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) as Army Examining Doctor
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Ryan
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Jack Renton
- Drums in the Deep South (1951) as Sgt. Harper
- The Prowler (1951) as Coroner
- Cave of Outlaws (1951) as Blackhack
- The Well (1951) as Alex Wylie
- No Questions Asked (1951) as Owney
- The Fat Man (1951) as Fletcher
- Gun Crazy (1950) as Hampton Policeman
- A Lady Without Passport (1950) as Lt. Lannahan, NYC Cop
- 711 Ocean Drive (1950) as Gizzi
- The Palomino (1950) as Sam Drake
- Harbor of Missing Men (1950) as Johnny
- Southside 1-1000 (1950) as Albert
- White Heat (1949) as Ryley
- Pinky (1949) as Police Officer (uncredited)
- Criss Cross (1949) as Mr. Nelson (uncredited)
- The Undercover Man (1949) as Emanuel 'Manny' Zanger
- The Doolins of Oklahoma (1949) as Wichita Smith (uncredited)
- I Cheated the Law (1949) as Joe Corsi
- Illegal Entry (1949) as Agent Crowthers
- The Dark Past (1948) as Pete
- Incident (1948) as James 'Slats' Slattery
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Robert Osterloh best known for?
Robert Osterloh is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Rosemary's Baby (1968), Coogan's Bluff (1968), Ironside (1967), Ironside (1967).
When and where was Robert Osterloh born?
Robert Osterloh was born on May 31, 1918 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. They passed away on April 16, 2001.
How many credits does Robert Osterloh have?
Robert Osterloh has accumulated over 96 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 1972.
What is Robert Osterloh's background in cinema and television?
Robert Osterloh was an American male actor born on May 31, 1918, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Over a career that spanned several decades, he accumulated 87 credited performances, as recorded by major film databases. Osterloh’s work included a role as Ben, a gas‑station attendant, in the 1953 drama and road movie “Hot B...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Untouchables (1959) as Benny Joplin — aged about 41
- Rosemary's Baby (1968) as Mr. Fountain (uncredited) — aged about 50
- The Outer Limits (1963) as General — aged about 45
- Inherit the Wind (1960) as Sam - Deputy Arresting Cates (uncredited) — aged about 42
- Perry Mason (1957) as Morey Allen — aged about 39
- Perry Mason (1957) as Walter Sprague — aged about 39
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