Todd Karns

Todd Karns

Deceased · Born: Jan 15, 1921 · Died: Feb 5, 2000

Personal Details

BornJan 15, 1921 Hollywood, California, USA
Parents
  • Roscoe Karns
  • Mary M. Fraso

Biography

Todd Karns, a renowned actor, brought his talents to the silver screen, captivating audiences in iconic films such as "It's a Wonderful Life" (1946),"Andy Hardy's Private Secretary" (1941),and "The Courtship of Andy Hardy" (1942).

Born on January 15, 1921, in the vibrant city of Hollywood, California, USA, Todd's early life was marked by a passion for the performing arts.

Throughout his illustrious career, Todd shared the screen with some of Hollywood's most iconic stars, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Todd Karns's personal life was just as remarkable, as he was married to the lovely Katherine Julia Flaten, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love.

Todd's remarkable journey came to a close on February 5, 2000, in the picturesque town of Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico, where he had retired to enjoy his golden years.

Despite his passing, Todd Karns's legacy lives on, a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and the lasting impact he had on the world of cinema.

Career

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1997
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas as Harry Bailey (archive footage)
{"id":6453,"title":"The Caine Mutiny","year":"1954","character":"Petty Officer 1st Class Stillwell (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-caine-mutiny","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7makr3fa42m0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7makr3fa42m0.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
The Caine Mutiny
The Caine Mutiny as Petty Officer 1st Class Stillwell (uncredited)
{"id":67757,"title":"Clipped Wings","year":"1953","character":"Lt. Dave Moreno","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/clipped-wings","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67757.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67757.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
Clipped Wings
Clipped Wings as Lt. Dave Moreno
{"id":174310,"title":"Mission Over Korea","year":"1953","character":"Jerry Barker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mission-over-korea","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174310.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174310.jpg"},"released":1}
Mission Over Korea
Mission Over Korea as Jerry Barker
{"id":67728,"title":"China Venture","year":"1953","character":"Lt. March (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/china-venture","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67728.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67728.jpg"},"released":1}
China Venture
China Venture as Lt. March (uncredited)
{"id":14479,"title":"Invaders from Mars","year":"1953","character":"Jim the Gas Station Attendant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/invaders-from-mars-1953","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4lf5iak6ca60.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4lf5iak6ca60.jpg"},"released":1}
Invaders from Mars
Invaders from Mars as Jim the Gas Station Attendant
{"id":10521,"title":"Dragnet","year":1953,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/dragnet-1951","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10521.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10521.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":68012,"title":"Flat Top","year":"1952","character":"Judge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/flat-top","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_68012.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_68012.jpg"},"released":1}
1952
Flat Top
Flat Top as Judge
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Mutiny
Mutiny as Andrews
{"id":68074,"title":"Battle Zone","year":"1952","character":"Officer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/battle-zone","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_68074.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_68074.jpg"},"released":1}
Battle Zone
Battle Zone as Officer
{"id":67957,"title":"My Son John","year":"1952","character":"Bedford (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/my-son-john","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67957.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67957.jpg"},"released":1}
My Son John
My Son John as Bedford (uncredited)
{"id":174459,"title":"Family Theatre","year":"1951","character":"Cpl. Bates","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/family-theatre-1951","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174459.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174459.jpg"},"released":1}
1951
Family Theatre
Family Theatre as Cpl. Bates
{"id":14203,"title":"The Red Badge of Courage","year":"1951","character":"Soldier (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-red-badge-of-courage","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14203.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14203.jpg"},"released":1}
The Red Badge of Courage
The Red Badge of Courage as Soldier (uncredited)
{"id":68726,"title":"It's a Small World","year":"1950","character":"Sam","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/its-a-small-world-1950","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_68726.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_68726.jpg"},"released":1}
1950
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{"id":68749,"title":"Let's Dance","year":"1950","character":"Sergeant (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lets-dance-1950","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_68749.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_68749.jpg"},"released":1}
Let's Dance
Let's Dance as Sergeant (uncredited)
{"id":96622,"title":"Good Sam","year":"1948","character":"Joe Adams","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/good-sam","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96622.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96622.jpg"},"released":1}
1948
Good Sam
Good Sam as Joe Adams
{"id":356,"title":"It's a Wonderful Life","year":"1946","character":"Harry Bailey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/its-a-wonderful-life","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/62017ouq2d00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/62017ouq2d00.jpg"},"released":1}
1946
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1942
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{"id":71578,"title":"Andy Hardy's Private Secretary","year":"1941","character":"Harry Land","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/andy-hardys-private-secretary-1941","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71578.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71578.jpg"},"released":1}
1941
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1988