Walter Barnes
Biography
Walter Barnes was an American actor. He appeared in both American and European films. Barnes played in several films with notable actors, including John Wayne, Lex Barker, and Clint Eastwood. He entered acting after appearing on local Philadelphia television shows, including The Eagles Nest. Barnes' contacts with Walt Silver, a producer for Warner Bros. Television, led him to television and film appearances. Some of his notable appearances included Bronco and possibly other films. Barnes played in the National Football League for four seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and attended college at Louisiana State University.
Career overview
Walter Barnes was an American actor who appeared in both American and European films. He entered acting after gaining experience on local television shows, including The Eagles Nest, a Philadelphia television show. Barnes' contacts with Walt Silver, a producer for Warner Bros. Television, led him to several appearances on television and films.
Some of Barnes' notable appearances include films with notable actors such as John Wayne, Lex Barker, and Clint Eastwood. He also appeared in several films, including Bronco and Vinnetou. Barnes' acting career spanned multiple film genres and he worked with various notable actors of his time.
Barnes' acting credits include a total of 71 known works. His acting career is well-documented, with information available through various sources, including The Movie Database, Wikipedia, and other online platforms.
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Full Filmography
73 titles- North and South (1985) as Benny Haven
- Stingray (1985)
- Walking Tall (1981)
- Smokey Bites the Dust (1981) as Sheriff Turner
- Bronco Billy (1980) as Sheriff Dix
- The Sky Trap (1979) as Harry Shaughnessy
- Every Which Way but Loose (1978) as Tank Murdock
- The Young Runaways (1978) as Sgt. Abel
- Pete's Dragon (1977) as Captain
- Day of the Animals (1977) as Ranger Tucker
- Another Man, Another Chance (1977) as Foster
- Escape to Witch Mountain (1975) as Sheriff Purdy
- The Blue Knight (1975) as Personnel Officer
- Mackintosh and T.J. (1975) as Jim Webster
- Kodiak (1974) as Jack Capp
- Hog Wild (1974) as Tobias
- High Plains Drifter (1973) as Sheriff Sam Shaw
- Cahill: United States Marshal (1973) as Sheriff Grady
- Daddy's Deadly Darling (1973) as Doctor
- Kung Fu (1972) as Sheriff
- Movin' On (1972) as Mr. Daniels
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971)
- The Christian Licorice Store (1971) as P.C. Stayne
- The Traveling Executioner (1970) as Sheriff
- Coup D'Etat (1969) as (uncredited)
- The Magnificent Tony Carrera (1969) as Barnes
- The Moment to Kill (1968) as Bull
- The Long Day of Inspector Blomfield (1968) as Fred Lancaster
- Garter Colt (1968) as General Droga
- The High Chaparral (1967) as Bartender
- The Big Gundown (1967) as Brokston
- Clint the Stranger (1967) as Walter Shannon
- Liebesnächte in der Taiga (1967) as Jurij
- Halleluja for Django (1967) as Key Jarrett / Clay Thomas
- Target Frankie (1967) as Col. O’Connor
- Mission: Impossible (1966)
- Winnetou and the Crossbreed (1966) as Mac Haller
- Rampage at Apache Wells (1965) as Bill Campbell
- Duel at Sundown (1965) as Old McGow
- Challenge of the Gladiator (1965) as Nero
- Frontier Hellcat (1964) as Martin Baumann Sr.
- Apache Gold (1963) as Bill Jones
- Captain Sindbad (1963) as Rolf
- Slave Girls of Sheba (1963) as Friar Metachini
- Sign of Zorro (1963) as Mario
- Revenge of the Musketeers (1963) as Porthos
- Avenger of the Seven Seas (1962) as Van Artz
- Romulus and the Sabines (1961) as Stilicone
- The Adventures of Mary Read (1961) as Captain Poof
- The Secret of the Blue Men (1961) as Matthias
- The Secret of the Black Falcon (1961) as Calico Jack
- Drakut the Avenger (1961) as Nicolas
- Under Ten Flags (1960)
- Robin Hood and the Pirates (1960) as Guercio / Orbo
- Bonanza (1959) as Will Griner
- Rio Bravo (1959) as Charlie (uncredited)
- Tales of the Vikings (1959)
- Westbound (1959) as Willis - Stage Depot Cook
- Bat Masterson (1958) as Paulson
- Bronco (1958)
- Revolt in the Big House (1958) as Guard Capt. Starkey
- Maverick (1957) as First Outlaw
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957)
- Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957) as Herbie Sanford
- Sugarfoot (1957) as Hefferman
- Oregon Passage (1957) as Sgt. Jed Erschick
- Cheyenne (1955)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as O' Dell
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Haney
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Burke
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as Sheriff Purdy
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Casey
- Action in the Afternoon (1953)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Walter Barnes best known for?
Walter Barnes is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including North and South (1985), Stingray (1985), Walking Tall (1981), Bronco Billy (1980).
When and where was Walter Barnes born?
Walter Barnes was born on January 26, 1918 in Rennert, North Carolina, USA. They passed away on January 6, 1998.
How many credits does Walter Barnes have?
Walter Barnes has accumulated over 73 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 1985.
What is Walter Barnes's background in cinema and television?
Walter Barnes was an American actor. He appeared in both American and European films. Barnes played in several films with notable actors, including John Wayne, Lex Barker, and Clint Eastwood. He entered acting after appearing on local Philadelphia television shows, including The Eagles Nest. Barnes' contacts with Walt ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as Sheriff Purdy — aged about 36
- Rio Bravo (1959) as Charlie (uncredited) — aged about 41
- Kung Fu (1972) as Sheriff — aged about 54
- Mission: Impossible (1966) — aged about 48
- North and South (1985) as Benny Haven — aged about 67
- Bonanza (1959) as Will Griner — aged about 41
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