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beerbad
SS novice field agent
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 Posted - 06/13/2017 : 07:40:38
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| I bought a big set of "Classic Si-Fi TV" dvds at a overstock seller named Ollie's. I was surprised to see Henry Beckman on the Flash Gordon 1950's TV series. I had never looked him up on imdb, so was surprised at how many credits he had. Sometimes I think it was better for these actors to have a long career doing smaller parts on many different series than to have a starring part and then be ostracized by Hollywood for most of the rest of your life. |
"I abhor spirits, they make a man less than human" - Dr. Loveless, The Night That Terror Stalked the Town |
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California gal
SS senior field agent
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Posted - 06/13/2017 : 11:42:17
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I agree. Especially back in the 40s and 50s there were actors and actresses who appeared in hundreds of movies and TV shows, becoming very familiar faces. They were not earning the big bucks once or twice a year, but probably had pretty steady paychecks. They also often worked well into older age because they were able and willing to put ego aside and portray the character they best suited.
Tom London is one who comes to mind. Check out his credits. 649 jobs between 1903 and 1963, the year he passed away at age 74. |
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beerbad
SS novice field agent
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Posted - 06/19/2017 : 08:34:59
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| Thanks, CalGal. I looked up Tom London's credits and I'm sure I have Fighting Seabees, at least. I'll have to re-watch it and look for Tom London. |
"I abhor spirits, they make a man less than human" - Dr. Loveless, The Night That Terror Stalked the Town |
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