Russ Bender

Russ Bender

Deceased · Born: Jan 1, 1910 · Died: Aug 16, 1969

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1910 New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Russ Bender's life story began on January 1, 1910, in the bustling metropolis of New York City, New York, USA, a place where dreams are made and opportunities abound. This talented individual would go on to become a multifaceted artist, making a name for himself as both an actor and a writer.

Throughout his illustrious career, Russ Bender would leave an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, starring in a wide range of projects that showcased his remarkable range and versatility. Two of his most notable roles were in the 1957 film "The Amazing Colossal Man" and its 1958 sequel "War of the Colossal Beast", both of which have become cult classics.

In addition to his work in film, Russ Bender also made a significant impact on the small screen, appearing in an episode of the iconic television series "The Twilight Zone" in 1959. This beloved show, created by the genius of Rod Serling, has become a staple of American pop culture, and Russ Bender's contribution to it is a testament to his enduring talent.

Tragically, Russ Bender's life was cut short when he passed away on August 16, 1969, in Hollywood, California, USA. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy lives on, and his body of work continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

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Career

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1968
Maryjane
Maryjane as Harry Braxton
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The Young Animals
The Young Animals as Coach Simms
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Live a Little, Love a Little
Live a Little, Love a Little as Editor (uncredited)
{"id":22607,"title":"Devil's Angels","year":"1967","character":"Royce","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/devils-angels","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22607.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22607.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
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1966
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1965
Wild on the Beach
Wild on the Beach as Shep Kirby
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Space Probe Taurus
Space Probe Taurus as Dr. Paul Martin
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I Saw What You Did
I Saw What You Did as Police Sergeant Harris
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The Satan Bug
The Satan Bug as Desk Guard Mason
{"id":14107,"title":"The Strangler","year":"1964","character":"Dr. Clarence Sanford","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-strangler","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14107.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14107.jpg"},"released":1}
1964
The Strangler
The Strangler as Dr. Clarence Sanford
{"id":168099,"title":"Raiders from Beneath the Sea","year":"1964","character":"Tucker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/raiders-from-beneath-the-sea","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_168099.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_168099.jpg"},"released":1}
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1963
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1962
Air Patrol
Air Patrol as Sgt. Lou Kurnitz
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{"id":14523,"title":"Hemingway's Adventures of a Young Man","year":"1962","character":"Serviceman at Train Station (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hemingways-adventures-of-a-young-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14523.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14523.jpg"},"released":1}
Hemingway's Adventures of a Young Man
Hemingway's Adventures of a Young Man as Serviceman at Train Station (uncredited)
{"id":14317,"title":"Panic in Year Zero!","year":"1962","character":"Harkness","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/panic-in-year-zero","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14317.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14317.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":66098,"title":"Anatomy of a Psycho","year":"1961","character":"Frank","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/anatomy-of-a-psycho","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66098.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66098.jpg"},"released":1}
1961
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The Purple Hills
The Purple Hills as Deputy Marshal
{"id":66151,"title":"The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come","year":"1961","character":"Col. Jackson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-little-shepherd-of-kingdom-come","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66151.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66151.jpg"},"released":1}
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Lover Come Back
Lover Come Back as Mr. Gates - Partner in Advertising Company (uncredited)
{"id":66071,"title":"King of the Roaring 20's: The Story of Arnold Rothstein","year":"1961","character":"Racetrack Official (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/king-of-the-roaring-20s-the-story-of-arnold-rothstein-1961","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66071.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":173624,"title":"Walk Tall","year":"1960","character":"Col. Stanton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/walk-tall","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173624.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173624.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
Walk Tall
Walk Tall as Col. Stanton
{"id":94677,"title":"Ghost of Dragstrip Hollow","year":"1959","character":"Tom Hendry","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ghost-of-dragstrip-hollow","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94677.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94677.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
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Vice Raid
Vice Raid as Lawyer Drucker
{"id":32501,"title":"No Name on the Bullet","year":"1959","character":"Storekeeper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/no-name-on-the-bullet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32501.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32501.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":10455,"title":"The Twilight Zone","year":1959,"character":"Counterman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-twilight-zone-1959","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/24g2krjs3n00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/24g2krjs3n00.jpg"},"released":1}
The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone as Counterman
{"id":10470,"title":"Black Saddle","year":1959,"character":"Denham Talbot","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/black-saddle","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10470.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10470.jpg"},"released":1}
Black Saddle
Black Saddle as Denham Talbot
{"id":66479,"title":"War of the Colossal Beast","year":"1958","character":"Dr. Carmichael","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/war-of-the-colossal-beast","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66479.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66479.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
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I Bury the Living
I Bury the Living as Henry Trowbridge
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Suicide Battalion
Suicide Battalion as Sgt. Harry Donovan
{"id":66213,"title":"Cowboy","year":"1958","character":"Joe (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cowboy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66213.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66213.jpg"},"released":1}
Cowboy
Cowboy as Joe (uncredited)
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{"id":32619,"title":"Invasion of the Saucer Men","year":"1957","character":"Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/invasion-of-the-saucer-men","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4e1nltiiiq70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4e1nltiiiq70.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
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The Amazing Colossal Man
The Amazing Colossal Man as Richard Kingman
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Dragstrip Girl
Dragstrip Girl as Police Lt. Bradley
{"id":66786,"title":"Motorcycle Gang","year":"1957","character":"Lt. Joe Watson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/motorcycle-gang-1957","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66786.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66786.jpg"},"released":1}
Motorcycle Gang
Motorcycle Gang as Lt. Joe Watson
{"id":94751,"title":"Badlands of Montana","year":"1957","character":"George Johannson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/badlands-of-montana","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94751.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94751.jpg"},"released":1}
Badlands of Montana
Badlands of Montana as George Johannson
{"id":66831,"title":"The Joker Is Wild","year":"1957","character":"Man in Hotel Suite (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-joker-is-wild","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66831.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66831.jpg"},"released":1}
The Joker Is Wild
The Joker Is Wild as Man in Hotel Suite (uncredited)
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Man of a Thousand Faces
Man of a Thousand Faces as Judge (uncredited)
{"id":66977,"title":"It Conquered the World","year":"1956","character":"General James Pattick","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/it-conquered-the-world","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66977.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66977.jpg"},"released":1}
1956
It Conquered the World
It Conquered the World as General James Pattick
{"id":25670,"title":"The War of the Worlds","year":"1953","character":"Dr. Carmichael (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-war-of-the-worlds","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/lbo67co3lps0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/lbo67co3lps0.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
The War of the Worlds
The War of the Worlds as Dr. Carmichael (uncredited)
{"id":173614,"title":"Womanhunt","year":"1962","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/womanhunt","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173614.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173614.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
Womanhunt
Womanhunt as Screenplay
{"id":173727,"title":"The Purple Hills","year":"1961","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-purple-hills","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173727.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173727.jpg"},"released":1}
1961
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1957
Voodoo Woman
Voodoo Woman as Story, Screenplay
{"id":82615,"title":"A Life at Stake","year":"1955","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-life-at-stake","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82615.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82615.jpg"},"released":1}
1955
A Life at Stake
A Life at Stake as Screenplay