Richard O'Brien

Richard O'Brien

Deceased · Born: Jul 14, 1917 · Died: Mar 29, 1983

Personal Details

BornJul 14, 1917 Fargo, North Dakota, USA

Biography

Born on the fourteenth day of July, in the year nineteen hundred and seventeen, Richard O'Brien, a celebrated and accomplished actor of great renown, emerged into this world within the picturesque and quaint city of Fargo, situated in the state of North Dakota, which is a part of the United States of America, a nation renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vast geographical expanse.

He embarked on a remarkable journey, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, his contributions yielding a rich tapestry of iconic performances in a diverse range of films. One such notable example is the 1978 cinematic masterpiece, Heaven Can Wait, a film that has stood the test of time, its enduring popularity a testament to its timeless appeal. Similarly, his portrayal in the 1971 science fiction thriller, The Andromeda Strain, is a standout moment in his illustrious career, a role that showcased his remarkable range and versatility as a thespian. Furthermore, his starring role in the 1977 motion picture, The Pack, is a testament to his ability to captivate audiences with his presence, his performance in this gripping drama a highlight of his impressive body of work.

Richard O'Brien's remarkable life journey unfortunately reached its final chapter on March 29, 1983, in the culturally rich and diverse city of Los Angeles, situated in the state of California, within the geographical boundaries of the United States of America.

Career

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1980
The Kids Who Knew Too Much
The Kids Who Knew Too Much as Commissioner Avery
{"id":163097,"title":"Top of the Hill","year":"1980","character":"Herb Ellsworth","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/top-of-the-hill","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163097.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163097.jpg"},"released":1}
Top of the Hill
Top of the Hill as Herb Ellsworth
{"id":163380,"title":"The Ordeal of Patty Hearst","year":"1979","character":"Holman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-ordeal-of-patty-hearst","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163380.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163380.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
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The Golden Gate Murders
The Golden Gate Murders as Bridge Foreman
{"id":5944,"title":"Heaven Can Wait","year":"1978","character":"Advisor to Former Owner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heaven-can-wait","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/199aah1mn8b8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/199aah1mn8b8.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
Heaven Can Wait
Heaven Can Wait as Advisor to Former Owner
{"id":1187,"title":"The Incredible Hulk","year":1978,"character":"Mr. Roberts","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-incredible-hulk-1978","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1187.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1187.jpg"},"released":1}
The Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk as Mr. Roberts
{"id":81143,"title":"The Pack","year":"1977","character":"Dodge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-pack-1977","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81143.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81143.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
The Pack
The Pack as Dodge
{"id":64259,"title":"Looking for Mr. Goodbar","year":"1977","character":"Father Timothy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/looking-for-mr-goodbar","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64259.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64259.jpg"},"released":1}
Looking for Mr. Goodbar
Looking for Mr. Goodbar as Father Timothy
{"id":164193,"title":"The Whiz Kid and the Carnival Caper","year":"1976","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-whiz-kid-and-the-carnival-caper","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_164193.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_164193.jpg"},"released":1}
1976
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{"id":22736,"title":"The Shaggy D.A.","year":"1976","character":"Desk Sergeant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-shaggy-da","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22736.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22736.jpg"},"released":1}
The Shaggy D.A.
The Shaggy D.A. as Desk Sergeant
{"id":10208,"title":"Wonder Woman","year":1975,"character":"Frank Wilson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/wonder-woman","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman as Frank Wilson
{"id":86461,"title":"Nightmare Honeymoon","year":"1974","character":"Sheriff","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/nightmare-honeymoon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86461.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86461.jpg"},"released":1}
1974
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1973
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1972
The Loners
The Loners as Driver
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{"id":86818,"title":"The Honkers","year":"1972","character":"Matt Weber","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-honkers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86818.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86818.jpg"},"released":1}
The Honkers
The Honkers as Matt Weber
{"id":10405,"title":"Gunsmoke","year":1972,"character":"Carter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/gunsmoke","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10405.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10405.jpg"},"released":1}
Gunsmoke
Gunsmoke as Carter
{"id":12009,"title":"The Andromeda Strain","year":"1971","character":"Grimes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-andromeda-strain","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7har3s20r1u0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7har3s20r1u0.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
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{"id":65036,"title":"Pieces of Dreams","year":"1970","character":"Monsignor Francis Hurley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pieces-of-dreams","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65036.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65036.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
Pieces of Dreams
Pieces of Dreams as Monsignor Francis Hurley
{"id":87311,"title":"Madigan","year":"1968","character":"Det. O'Brien","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/madigan","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/28mm7fhfg1u0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/28mm7fhfg1u0.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
Madigan
Madigan as Det. O'Brien
{"id":65282,"title":"Rough Night in Jericho","year":"1967","character":"Frank Ryan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rough-night-in-jericho","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65282.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65282.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
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The Invaders
The Invaders as Police Sergeant
{"id":65403,"title":"Chamber of Horrors","year":"1966","character":"Dr. Romulus Cobb","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chamber-of-horrors","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65403.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65403.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
Chamber of Horrors
Chamber of Horrors as Dr. Romulus Cobb
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The Fugitive
The Fugitive as Macklin