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Roman Bohnen

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Roman Bohnen

Born November 24, 1901 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, USADied February 24, 194937 films

Roman Bohnen, born November 24, 1901, was a distinguished American character actor renowned for his versatility and powerful performances. His career spanned both stage and screen, earning acclaim for his roles in Broadway productions like "The Ladder" and "Johnny Johnson." Bohnen's impactful presence extended to film, notably in classics such as "Of Mice and Men," where his portrayal of the compassionate George earned critical praise. His depth and ability to embody multifaceted characters made him a respected figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Bohnen's legacy persists through his indelible contributions to the entertainment industry, showcasing an enduring talent that continues to influence actors and audiences alike.

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Filmography

37 films as actor
  1. 1949Mr. Soft TouchBarney Teener
  2. 1949KazanMaitlin
  3. 1948Joan of ArcDurand Laxart, Joan's Uncle
  4. 1948Night Has a Thousand EyesSpecial Prosecutor Melville Weston
  5. 1948Arch of TriumphDr. Veber
  6. 1948Open SecretRoy Locke
  7. 1947For You I DieSmitty
  8. 1947Song of LoveDr. Hoffman
  9. 1947Brute ForceWarden A.J. Barnes
  10. 1947CaliforniaCol. Stuart
  11. 1946The Best Years of Our LivesPat Derry
  12. 1946Two Years Before the MastMacklin
  13. 1946The Strange Love of Martha IversMr. O'Neil
  14. 1946Winter WonderlandTimothy Wheeler
  15. 1946The Hoodlum SaintFather O'Doul
  16. 1946Deadline at DawnFrantic Man with Injured Cat
  17. 1946Miss Susie Slagle'sDean Wingate
  18. 1945A Bell for AdanoCarl Erba
  19. 1945Counter-AttackKostyuk
  20. 1944None But the Lonely HeartDad Pettyjohn
  21. 1944The Hairy ApePaddy
  22. 1944The Hitler GangCaptain Ernst Röhm
  23. 1943The Song of BernadetteFrançois Soubirous
  24. 1943Mission to MoscowMr. Krestinsky
  25. 1943Edge of DarknessLars Malken
  26. 1943The Hard WaySam Chernen (Uncredited)
  27. 1942Grand Central MurderRamon
  28. 1942The Affairs of Jimmy ValentineTom Forbes
  29. 1942Young AmericaMr. Barnes
  30. 1942The Bugle SoundsMr. Leech
  31. 1941Appointment for LoveDr. Gunther
  32. 1941The Tell-Tale HeartOld Man
  33. 1941They Dare Not LoveBaron Shafter
  34. 1941Ghost TreasurePete Wilkins (uncredited)
  35. 1941So Ends Our NightMr. Kern
  36. 1939Of Mice and MenCandy
  37. 1937Walter Wanger's Vogues of 1938Morgan's Lawyer