Tom Laughlin
Biography
Tom Laughlin was an American actor. He was born on August 10, 1931, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. Laughlin was known for his work in film, specifically in a series of films. He was also known for his unique marketing approach to one of his films, which involved releasing TV trailers during national news and a nationwide release. Laughlin was married to actress Delores Taylor from 1954 until his death. He had a career spanning multiple credits, with 29 known credits. Laughlin passed away on December 12, 2013, at the age of 82.
Career overview
Tom Laughlin was an American actor known for his work in the film industry. He is best known for his series of Billy Jack films. Laughlin was involved in the production of these films, which were co-produced and acted in by his wife Delores Taylor.
Laughlin's acting credits include work in multiple films. He is listed as having 29 known credits in the acting category. The exact nature and extent of his acting work are not specified in the provided information.
Laughlin's acting career spanned several decades, with his birthdate listed as August 10, 1931, and his date of death listed as December 12, 2013.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Early Edition (1996)
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- Billy Jack Goes to Washington (1977) as Billy Jack
- Billy Jack Goes to Washington (1977) Director
- Billy Jack Goes to Washington (1977) Writer
- Voyage of the Damned (1976) as Engineering Officer (uncredited)
- The Master Gunfighter (1975) as Finley
- The Master Gunfighter (1975) Writer
- The Master Gunfighter (1975) Director
- The Trial of Billy Jack (1974) as Billy Jack
- The Trial of Billy Jack (1974) Director
- The Trial of Billy Jack (1974) Writer
- The Trial of Billy Jack (1974) Executive Producer
- Billy Jack (1971) as Billy Jack
- Billy Jack (1971) Director
- Billy Jack (1971) Writer
- Billy Jack (1971) Producer
- The Born Losers (1967) as Billy Jack
- The Born Losers (1967) Director
- Like Father, Like Son (1965) as Chris Wotan
- Like Father, Like Son (1965) Screenplay
- Like Father, Like Son (1965) Producer
- Like Father, Like Son (1965) Director
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- Tall Story (1960) as Fred Jensen
- The Proper Time (1960) as Mickey Henderson
- The Proper Time (1960) Director
- The Proper Time (1960) Screenplay
- The Proper Time (1960) Producer
- Riverboat (1959) as Tom Fowler
- Gidget (1959) as Lover Boy
- Battle of the Coral Sea (1959) as Ens. Franklin
- Man with a Camera (1958)
- South Pacific (1958) as Lt. Buzz Adams
- Lafayette Escadrille (1958) as Arthur Blumenthal
- Senior Prom (1958) as Carter Breed III
- The Walter Winchell File (1957)
- The Delinquents (1957) as Scotty White
- Tea and Sympathy (1956) as Ralph
- Matinee Theater (1955)
- The Millionaire (1955) as Vic Carter
- Navy Log (1955)
- Climax! (1954) as Paisan
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- The Return of Billy Jack as Billy Jack
- The Return of Billy Jack Writer
- The Return of Billy Jack Producer
- The Return of Billy Jack Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tom Laughlin best known for?
Tom Laughlin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Last Metro (1980), Voyage of the Damned (1976), The Master Gunfighter (1975), The Master Gunfighter (1975).
When and where was Tom Laughlin born?
Tom Laughlin was born on August 10, 1931 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.. They passed away on December 12, 2013.
How many credits does Tom Laughlin have?
Tom Laughlin has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 1996.
What is Tom Laughlin's background in cinema and television?
Tom Laughlin was an American actor. He was born on August 10, 1931, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. Laughlin was known for his work in film, specifically in a series of films. He was also known for his unique marketing approach to one of his films, which involved releasing TV trailers during national news and a nationw...
Tom Laughlin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Early Edition (1996) — aged about 64
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) — aged about 19
- Tea and Sympathy (1956) as Ralph — aged about 24
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self — aged about 30
- Riverboat (1959) as Tom Fowler — aged about 27
- The Born Losers (1967) as Billy Jack — aged about 35
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