Jack Murdock

Jack Murdock

Deceased · Born: Oct 28, 1922 · Died: Apr 27, 2001

Personal Details

BornOct 28, 1922 Ohio, USA

Biography

Jack Murdock, a talented individual, made a significant impact on the advertising landscape during the 1960s and 1970s, as he appeared in a series of commercials for "Grandpas" discount stores in the Midwest.

As a well-known figure, Murdock took on the role of a "Grandpa" type character, donning a distinctive costume that consisted of overalls, a bald head, glasses, and a country accent that added to his authentic portrayal.

His success in these commercials was remarkable, and he was widely received by the viewing public, who appreciated his down-to-earth demeanor and relatable character.

What set Murdock apart from other advertising personalities of his time was his unparalleled longevity, as he remained a popular and recognizable figure for many years, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.

Career

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1994
{"id":159757,"title":"Miracle Landing","year":"1990","character":"George Hendricks","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/miracle-landing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159757.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159757.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Miracle Landing
Miracle Landing as George Hendricks
{"id":60682,"title":"Nick Knight","year":"1989","character":"Topper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/nick-knight","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60682.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60682.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Nick Knight
Nick Knight as Topper
{"id":6710,"title":"Big Top Pee-wee","year":"1988","character":"Otis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/big-top-pee-wee","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6710.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6710.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
{"id":1207,"title":"Rain Man","year":"1988","character":"John Mooney","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rain-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1luh5s86bla0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1luh5s86bla0.jpg"},"released":1}
Rain Man
Rain Man as John Mooney
{"id":62745,"title":"Calamity Jane","year":"1984","character":"Rev. Warren","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/calamity-jane-1984","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62745.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62745.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Calamity Jane
Calamity Jane as Rev. Warren
{"id":62613,"title":"Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac","year":"1984","character":"Mr. Farrell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/flight-90-disaster-on-the-potomac","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62613.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62613.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8494,"title":"Night Court","year":1984,"character":"Lou","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/night-court","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8494.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8494.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8524,"title":"Remington Steele","year":1984,"character":"Larry","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/remington-steele","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8524.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8524.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":192032,"title":"Travis McGee","year":"1983","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/travis-mcgee","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_192032.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_192032.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
{"id":6088,"title":"Blue Thunder","year":"1983","character":"Kress","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/blue-thunder","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7cilakbhpa30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7cilakbhpa30.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":5483,"title":"Cutter's Way","year":"1981","character":"Concession Owner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cutters-way","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_5483.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_5483.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Cutter's Way
Cutter's Way as Concession Owner
{"id":6517,"title":"Altered States","year":"1980","character":"Hector Orteco","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/altered-states","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1021v57nji3o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1021v57nji3o.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Altered States
Altered States as Hector Orteco
{"id":3781,"title":"Any Which Way You Can","year":"1980","character":"Little Melvin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/any-which-way-you-can","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67mb4u2l6j80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67mb4u2l6j80.jpg"},"released":1}
Any Which Way You Can
Any Which Way You Can as Little Melvin
{"id":163449,"title":"Like Normal People","year":"1979","character":"Lloyd Davis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/like-normal-people","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163449.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163449.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
Like Normal People
Like Normal People as Lloyd Davis
{"id":81432,"title":"Moving Violation","year":"1976","character":"Bubba","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/moving-violation","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81432.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81432.jpg"},"released":1}
1976
{"id":64403,"title":"James Dean","year":"1976","character":"Judge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/james-dean-1976","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64403.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64403.jpg"},"released":1}
James Dean
James Dean as Judge
{"id":164612,"title":"The Crazy World of Julius Vrooder","year":"1974","character":"Millard","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-crazy-world-of-julius-vrooder","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_164612.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_164612.jpg"},"released":1}
1974