Ben Astar

Ben Astar

Deceased · Born: Jun 15, 1909 · Died: Oct 20, 1988

Personal Details

BornJun 15, 1909 Palestine [now Israel]

Biography

Ben Astar, a renowned actor, entered this world on June 15, 1909, in the ancient land of Palestine, a region that would later become the modern-day country of Israel.

Throughout his illustrious career, Ben Astar made a lasting impact on the world of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen with his captivating performances in a plethora of iconic films and television shows.

One of his most notable roles was in the 1963 musical comedy Bye Bye Birdie, a film that has become a beloved classic, entertaining generations of audiences worldwide.

Ben Astar's versatility as an actor was further showcased in his appearances on The Magical World of Disney, a popular television program that brought wonder and enchantment to families everywhere.

In 1952, he starred in the psychological thriller 5 Fingers, a gripping drama that tested the limits of his acting prowess.

Ben Astar's personal life was marked by a deep commitment to his loving wife, Isabella Milch, with whom he shared a beautiful and enduring bond.

Tragically, Ben Astar's remarkable life came to a close on October 20, 1988, in Tarzana, California, a city that will forever hold a special place in his heart.

Career

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1982
Blade Runner
Blade Runner as Abdul Ben Hassan
{"id":163268,"title":"The Kids Who Knew Too Much","year":"1980","character":"Premier Markov","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-kids-who-knew-too-much","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163268.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163268.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
{"id":23152,"title":"Sextette","year":"1978","character":"Israeli Delegate","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sextette","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23152.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23152.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
Sextette
Sextette as Israeli Delegate
{"id":65372,"title":"Walk Don't Run","year":"1966","character":"Dimitri","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/walk-dont-run-1966","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65372.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65372.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
{"id":65380,"title":"Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round","year":"1966","character":"General Mailenkoff","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dead-heat-on-a-merry-go-round","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65380.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65380.jpg"},"released":1}
Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round
Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round as General Mailenkoff
{"id":65593,"title":"Portrait in Terror","year":"1965","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/portrait-in-terror","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65593.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65593.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
{"id":65754,"title":"A House Is Not a Home","year":"1964","character":"Max Ludwig","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-house-is-not-a-home-1964","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65754.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65754.jpg"},"released":1}
1964
{"id":65854,"title":"Bye Bye Birdie","year":"1963","character":"Ballet Manager","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bye-bye-birdie-1963","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2p3mek5vssqg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2p3mek5vssqg.jpg"},"released":1}
1963
Bye Bye Birdie
Bye Bye Birdie as Ballet Manager
{"id":66076,"title":"The Honeymoon Machine","year":"1961","character":"Russian consul","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-honeymoon-machine","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66076.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66076.jpg"},"released":1}
1961
The Honeymoon Machine
The Honeymoon Machine as Russian consul
{"id":82263,"title":"The Marriage-Go-Round","year":"1961","character":"The Sultan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-marriage-go-round","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82263.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82263.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":13590,"title":"On the Double","year":"1961","character":"General Zlinkov","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/on-the-double","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_13590.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_13590.jpg"},"released":1}
On the Double
On the Double as General Zlinkov
{"id":14234,"title":"The Story of Ruth","year":"1960","character":"Official (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-story-of-ruth","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5km20tn9sd50.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5km20tn9sd50.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
The Story of Ruth
The Story of Ruth as Official (uncredited)
{"id":186528,"title":"This Earth Is Mine","year":"1959","character":"Yakowitz","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/this-earth-is-mine","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_186528.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_186528.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
{"id":173823,"title":"The Man Who Understood Women","year":"1959","character":"French Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-man-who-understood-women","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173823.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173823.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":10406,"title":"Alfred Hitchcock Presents","year":1959,"character":"Swiss Innkeeper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/alfred-hitchcock-presents-1955","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2vcas0saburg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2vcas0saburg.jpg"},"released":1}
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Alfred Hitchcock Presents as Swiss Innkeeper
{"id":67430,"title":"Charge of the Lancers","year":"1954","character":"Gen. Inderman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/charge-of-the-lancers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67430.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67430.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
Charge of the Lancers
Charge of the Lancers as Gen. Inderman
{"id":174315,"title":"Fort Ti","year":"1953","character":"Fran\u00e7ois Leroy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fort-ti","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174315.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174315.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
Fort Ti
Fort Ti as François Leroy
{"id":174305,"title":"Target Hong Kong","year":"1953","character":"Suma","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/target-hong-kong","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174305.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174305.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":67671,"title":"The I Don't Care Girl","year":"1953","character":"Orchestra Leader","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-i-dont-care-girl-1953","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67671.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67671.jpg"},"released":1}
The I Don't Care Girl
The I Don't Care Girl as Orchestra Leader
{"id":21444,"title":"Tarzan and the She-Devil","year":"1953","character":"Fidel's Man","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tarzan-and-the-she-devil","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_21444.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_21444.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":67838,"title":"The Desert Song","year":"1953","character":"Sheik","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-desert-song","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67838.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67838.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":6217,"title":"The Robe","year":"1953","character":"Cleander (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-robe","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3oistql3u7a0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3oistql3u7a0.jpg"},"released":1}
The Robe
The Robe as Cleander (uncredited)
{"id":104862,"title":"5 Fingers","year":"1952","character":"Siebert","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/5-fingers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_104862.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_104862.jpg"},"released":1}
1952
5 Fingers
5 Fingers as Siebert
{"id":67946,"title":"Assignment: Paris","year":"1952","character":"Minister of Justice Vajos","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/assignment-paris-1952","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67946.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67946.jpg"},"released":1}
Assignment: Paris
Assignment: Paris as Minister of Justice Vajos
{"id":94939,"title":"Red Planet Mars","year":"1952","character":"Russian Commissar","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/red-planet-mars","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94939.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94939.jpg"},"released":1}
Red Planet Mars
Red Planet Mars as Russian Commissar
{"id":67909,"title":"The Bad and the Beautiful","year":"1952","character":"Joe (Party Guest) (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-bad-and-the-beautiful","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67909.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67909.jpg"},"released":1}
The Bad and the Beautiful
The Bad and the Beautiful as Joe (Party Guest) (uncredited)
{"id":96571,"title":"Smuggler's Island","year":"1951","character":"Port Authority Captain","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/smugglers-island-1951","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96571.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96571.jpg"},"released":1}
1951
Smuggler's Island
Smuggler's Island as Port Authority Captain
{"id":82699,"title":"The Light Touch","year":"1951","character":"Hamadi Mahmoud","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-light-touch","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82699.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82699.jpg"},"released":1}
The Light Touch
The Light Touch as Hamadi Mahmoud
{"id":119826,"title":"Queen for a Day","year":"1951","character":"Mr. Nalawak","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/queen-for-a-day","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_119826.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_119826.jpg"},"released":1}
Queen for a Day
Queen for a Day as Mr. Nalawak