Gilman Rankin, a renowned American actor, took his first breath on April 17, 1911, in the bustling city of Boston, Massachusetts, USA. His impressive acting career spanned several decades, during which he appeared in a variety of notable films and television shows. Some of his most notable roles include the 1976 action-packed film "Assault on Precinct 13," the critically acclaimed 1969 drama "Midnight Cowboy," and the 1958 historical drama "The Power of the Resurrection." Tragically, Gilman Rankin's life came to a close on October 31, 1993, in Orange County, California, USA.
Personal Details
BornApr 17, 1911 Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Biography
Career
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1976

Assault on Precinct 13 as Bus Driver
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1969

Midnight Cowboy as Woodsy Niles
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1960

Gunsmoke as Shay
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1959

Face of a Fugitive as Deputy at Rocks (uncredited)
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1957

Black Patch as Judge Parnell (as Gil Rankin)
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1956

Ghost Town as Rev. Wheedle
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Dance with Me, Henry as McKay (uncredited)
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1955

Illegal as Juror (uncredited)
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1954

Phffft as Minor Role (uncredited)
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1950

Union Station as Doctor (uncredited)
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1939

A Day at the Zoo as Narrator