Harry Carey, Jr.
Acting
Biography
Henry George "Harry" Carey Jr. (May 16, 1921 - December 27, 2012) was an American actor. He appeared in more than ninety films including several John Ford westerns as well as numerous television series. The son of actors Harry Carey Sr. and Olive Carey, he attempted a singing career before beginning his acting career in the John Ford Stock Company. Director John Ford became a close friend and collaborator. Carey appeared in such notable Ford films as 3 Godfathers (1948), She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949), The Searchers (1956), and Cheyenne Autumn (1964), some also featuring appearances by his parents. He became a respected character actor like his father. Carey made four films with director Howard Hawks: Red River (1948), Monkey Business (1952), Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), and Rio Bravo (1959 - scenes cut). He also frequently co-starred with actors John Wayne and Ben Johnson, acting together in nine films each. Between 1955 -1957, Carey appeared as ranch counselor Bill Burnett in the serial Spin and Marty, seen on Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse Club. In the 1960s, Carey appeared on such western series as Have Gun - Will Travel and The Legend of Jesse James. Later film roles include George Arthur in The Long Riders (1980), Mr. Anderson in Gremlins (1984), aging biker Red in Mask (1985), Joshua Brackett in The Whales of August (1987), saloon old-timer Zeke in Back to the Future Part III (1990), and Marshal Fred White in Tombstone (1993).
Born: May 16, 1921
Place of Birth: Saugus, Santa Clarita, California, USA
Known For
Banacek
Banacek is an American detective TV series starring George Peppard that aired on the NBC network from 1972 to 1974. The series was part of the rotating NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie anthology. It alternated in its time slot with several other shows but was the only one to last beyond its first season.
Little House on the Prairie
When the big woods of Wisconsin becomes a difficult spot for hunting, Charles Ingalls reluctantly decides to move his family, pioneering west. Their life on the farm in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, in the 1870s and 1880s is full of adventure, tragedy, and triumph. Based on the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Rio Bravo
A small-town sheriff in the American West enlists the help of a disabled man, a drunk, and a young gunfighter in his efforts to hold in jail the brother of the local bad guy.
The Wonderful World of Disney
Walt Disney Productions has produced an anthology television series under several different titles since 1954. The original version of the series premiered on ABC, Wednesday night, October 27, 1954. The show, which was hosted by Walt Disney until his death and then from 1996 to 2002 by then-CEO Michael Eisner (with one-off hosts or no hosts during other periods) has since aired continually as either a weekly program or an irregular series of specials on several networks and streaming services, most recently on ABC and Disney+. The show is the second longest showing prime-time program on American television, behind its rival, Hallmark Hall of Fame. However, Hallmark Hall of Fame was a weekly program only during its first five seasons, while Disney remained a weekly program for more than forty years.
The Wonderful World of Disney
Walt Disney Productions has produced an anthology television series under several different titles since 1954. The original version of the series premiered on ABC, Wednesday night, October 27, 1954. The show, which was hosted by Walt Disney until his death and then from 1996 to 2002 by then-CEO Michael Eisner (with one-off hosts or no hosts during other periods) has since aired continually as either a weekly program or an irregular series of specials on several networks and streaming services, most recently on ABC and Disney+. The show is the second longest showing prime-time program on American television, behind its rival, Hallmark Hall of Fame. However, Hallmark Hall of Fame was a weekly program only during its first five seasons, while Disney remained a weekly program for more than forty years.
Perry Mason
The cases of master criminal defense attorney Perry Mason and his staff who handled the most difficult of cases in the aid of the innocent.
The Searchers
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
Tombstone
Legendary marshal Wyatt Earp, now a weary gunfighter, joins his brothers Morgan and Virgil to pursue their collective fortune in the thriving mining town of Tombstone. But Earp is forced to don a badge again and get help from his notorious pal Doc Holliday when a gang of renegade brigands and rustlers begins terrorizing the town.
Knight Rider
Michael Long, an undercover police officer, is shot while investigating a case and left for dead by his assailants. He is rescued by Wilton Knight, a wealthy, dying millionaire and inventor who arranges life-saving surgery, including a new face and a new identity--that of Michael Knight. Michael is then given a special computerized and indestructible car called the Knight Industries Two Thousand (nicknamed KITT), and a mission: apprehend criminals who are beyond the reach of the law. The series depicts Michael's exploits as he and KITT battle the forces of evil on behalf of the Foundation for Law and Government.
Bonanza
The High-Sierra adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their ranch while helping the surrounding community.
Filmography
as James Sanford
as Cashier
as Digger Phelps
as Marshall Fred White
as Self
as Father Kanavan
as Saloon Old Timer
as J.C. Lee
as Shoes
as Jones
as Mutino
as Herald Fitch
as Wally Finnegan
as Snappy Tom
as Joshua Brackett
as Bartender
as Red
as George Martin
as Mr. Anderson
as Pa Traven
as Josh Morgan
as Dr. Emmer
as George Arthur
as Fitz Bragg
as Deputy Luke
as Red
as Grandfather
as Dobie
as Dumper
as John Tarwater
as Sheriff Pike
as Barney
as Holy Joe
as Bo Dobbs
as Dean Barrett
as Joe Pickins
as Father
as Self (uncredited)
as Pop Dawson
as Red
as Charles Stuart
as Arley Stamper
as (uncredited)
as Webster
as Rev. Cork
as Yonder
as Cort Hayjack
as Capt. Rose
as Mooney (as Harry Carey)
as Floyd Brand
as Mr. McBee
as Cpl. Peterson
as Jay C
as Ben Dooley
as Ed Mabry
as Corey Munson
as Ellie's Father
as Jenkins - Rebel Soldier
as Lt. Hudson (uncredited)
as Lt. John Pritchett (archive footage) (uncredited)
as Trooper Smith (uncredited)
as Jellicoe
as Man in the Dugout
as Jake Rollins
as Thad Miley
as Bob Archer
as Bill Martin
as Ortho Clegg
as Dr. Joseph Mornay
as Phil Cassidy
as Jim Ferguson
as Phil Shelton
as Corporal Burton
as Mapes
as Zack Morgan
as Harold
as Trooper Travis
as Walsh
as Lt. Paul Holfe
as Chuck Roundtree (uncredited)
as Bill Burnett
as Vern Fawcett
as District Ranger Frank Deane
as Charlie Hankins
as John Jay Burroughs
as Jeb Colton
as Earl Tibner
as Frank Gulley
as Ben Murdock
as Jess Turner
as Sheriff Conlon
as Bud Sorenson
as Sheriff Jack Goodfellow
as Sheriff
as Sheriff Stander
as Banker Burton
as Jonah Quincy
as Thad Taylor
as Chet
as Pete Carter
as Cpl. Morrison
as Bill Burnett
as Deputy Lee
as Steve Ward
as Capt. Ward
as William Bensinger
as Brad Jorgensen
as Bill Burnett
as Deesha
as Turloe
as Grant
as Jake
as Colridge
as Jim
as Will Roniger
as Nathan Cade
as Kelliher
as Amos Brody
as Stefanowski
as John (uncredited)
as Dwight D. Eisenhower
as Ben Jenkins
as Yonder
as Bill Dickey
as Roy Walker
as Bert
as Johnson
as Dan
as Griff Rhys
as Ralph Hunt, Moon's co-pilot
as Jim Riley
as Winslow, Olympic Team Member (uncredited)
as Dobe Frakus
as Taxi Driver
as Clem Studebaker
as Reporter (uncredited)
as Sgt. Shaker Schuker
as Capt. Gregson
as Trooper Daniel 'Sandy' Boone
as Lt. Ord
as Sandy
as 2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
as Jay Thomasson
as William Kearney ('The Abilene Kid')
as Cowboy (uncredited)
as Jimmy Biff
as Dan Latimer
as Self
as Prentice
as Dobey
as Young Baby (uncredited)