John Benson

John Benson

Deceased · Born: Jun 19, 1916 · Died: Apr 16, 1997

Personal Details

BornJun 19, 1916 St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Biography

John Benson, a multifaceted personality of remarkable talent, burst onto the scene on June 19, 1916, in the vibrant city of St. Paul, Minnesota, United States of America, a nation renowned for its rich cultural heritage and diverse artistic landscape. This talented individual, gifted with a natural flair for the dramatic arts, went on to make a profound and lasting impact in the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable performances that continue to captivate audiences to this very day.

John Benson's illustrious career was marked by a plethora of remarkable achievements, with some of his most notable works including the 1958 science fiction horror film "The Blob", which has become a cult classic, and the 1960 television series "Route 66", a critically acclaimed show that explored the American experience through the eyes of two young men traversing the iconic highway.

Furthermore, his impressive repertoire also featured the 1960 drama series "The Law and Mr. Jones", a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of justice and morality. Throughout his remarkable career, John Benson consistently showcased his remarkable acting abilities, captivating audiences with his nuanced performances and earning widespread recognition for his dedication to his craft.

John Benson's mortal coil was irreparably rent asunder on the sixteenth day of April in the year nineteen hundred and ninety-seven, in the charming and picturesque coastal town of La Jolla, situated in the state of California, which is a constituent part of the United States of America, a vast and storied nation on the North American continent.

Career

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1976
Intimate Games
Intimate Games as Executive
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1966
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Grand Prix
Grand Prix as David, photographer (uncredited)
{"id":65555,"title":"The Slender Thread","year":"1965","character":"Patrolman Bert Enyard (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-slender-thread","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65555.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65555.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
The Slender Thread
The Slender Thread as Patrolman Bert Enyard (uncredited)
{"id":94626,"title":"Heller in Pink Tights","year":"1960","character":"Poker Player","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heller-in-pink-tights","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94626.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94626.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
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Spartacus
Spartacus as Guard (uncredited)
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1959
4D Man
4D Man as Reporter
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Career
Career as Jeep Driver
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{"id":23099,"title":"The Blob","year":"1958","character":"Sgt. Jim Bert","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-blob-1958","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5oq87al35t20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5oq87al35t20.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
The Blob
The Blob as Sgt. Jim Bert
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The Buccaneer
The Buccaneer as Stevedore
{"id":816,"title":"Vertigo","year":"1958","character":"Salesman (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/vertigo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5tdkla84rdl0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5tdkla84rdl0.jpg"},"released":1}
Vertigo
Vertigo as Salesman (uncredited)
{"id":98443,"title":"The Buster Keaton Story","year":"1957","character":"Gloria's Assistant (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-buster-keaton-story","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_98443.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_98443.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
The Buster Keaton Story
The Buster Keaton Story as Gloria's Assistant (uncredited)
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The Devil's Hairpin
The Devil's Hairpin as Communications Man
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The Joker Is Wild
The Joker Is Wild as Hood (uncredited)
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Beau James
Beau James as Photographer
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Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral as Stage Driver (uncredited)
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1956
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1955
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1948
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1946
Calcutta
Calcutta as Pilot (uncredited)
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1939
Second Fiddle
Second Fiddle as Skater (uncredited)