
Ron Randell
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- October 8, 1918
- Died
- June 11, 2005
- Birthplace
- Sydney, New South Wales, Austrailia
Ron Randell (1918-1994) was an accomplished Australian actor who enjoyed a prolific career in film, television, and theater. Born in Sydney, Randell discovered his passion for acting at a young age and began honing his craft through local productions before transitioning to the professional stage. In the 1940s, Randell made his film debut in the Australian movie "Forty Thousand Horsemen" and quickly garnered recognition for his charismatic on-screen presence. He went on to appear in numerous Australian films throughout the decade, solidifying his status as a rising star in his home country. Seeking to expand his horizons, Randell relocated to the United States in the early 1950s, where he continued to build an impressive body of work. He landed roles in a variety of Hollywood productions, including the war drama "I'll Cry Tomorrow" and the western "Run of the Arrow." Randell's versatility as an actor allowed him to seamlessly transition between leading and supporting roles, and he became known for his ability to bring depth and nuance to even the most minor characters. Beyond his film work, Randell was also a fixture on American television, appearing in guest spots on popular shows like "The Fugitive," "Gunsmoke," and "Mission: Impossible." His talents were further recognized with a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in the 1956 film "I'll Cry Tomorrow." Throughout his prolific career, Ron Randell maintained a strong connection to his Australian roots, often incorporating elements of his heritage into his performances.
Filmography

That's Dancing! 1985
as From 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)

Exposed 1983
as Curt

Whity 1971
as Benjamin Nicholson

Savage Pampas 1966
as Padrón

Legend of a Gunfighter 1964
as Al Nutting

Das Haus auf dem Hügel 1964
as Allan Wilton, Kriminalkommissar

Gold for the Caesars 1963
as Centurion Rufus

Follow the Boys 1963
as Ben

The Longest Day 1962
as Joe Williams

King of Kings 1961
as Lucius

Most Dangerous Man Alive 1961
as Eddie Candell

Davy 1958
as George

The Story of Esther Costello 1957
as Frank Wenzel

The Girl in Black Stockings 1957
as Edmund Parry
- The Strange Case of Dr. Manning
The Strange Case of Dr. Manning 1957
as Nick Logan

The Hostage 1956
as Bill Trailer

Beyond Mombasa 1956
as Eliot Hastings

The She-Creature 1956
as Police Lt. Ed James

Bermuda Affair 1956
as Chuck Walters

Quincannon, Frontier Scout 1956
as Capt. Bell

Desert Sands 1955
as Pvt. Havers

I Am a Camera 1955
as Clive Mortimer
- Final Column
Final Column 1955
Actor
- The Yellow Robe
The Yellow Robe 1954
Actor

Kiss Me Kate 1953
as Cole Porter

The Girl on the Pier 1953
as Nick Lane

The Mississippi Gambler 1953
as George Elwood

Captive Women 1952
as Riddon, chief of the Mutates

The Brigand 1952
as Capt. Ruiz

China Corsair 1951
as Paul Lowell

Lorna Doone 1951
as Tom Faggus

Counterspy Meets Scotland Yard 1950
as Simon Langdon

Tyrant of the Sea 1950
as Eric Hawkins

The Lone Wolf and His Lady 1949
as Michael Lanyard

Omoo-Omoo the Shark God 1949
as Jeff Garland

Make Believe Ballroom 1949
as Leslie Todd

The Loves of Carmen 1948
as Andrés

The Mating of Millie 1948
as Ralph Galloway

The Sign of the Ram 1948
as Dr. Simon Crowdy

It Had to Be You 1947
as Oliver Harrington

Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back 1947
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond

Bulldog Drummond at Bay 1947
as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
- A Son Is Born
A Son Is Born 1946
as David Graham

Smithy 1946
as Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith

To Have and Have Not 1945
as Naval Ensign (uncredited)

100,000 Cobbers 1942
Actor
Credits from TMDB.