Todd Karns
Acting
Biography
Roscoe Todd Karns (January 15, 1921 – February 5, 2000) was an American actor.[1] He is perhaps best remembered for playing George Bailey's younger brother, Harry Bailey, in the 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life.
Born: January 15, 1921
Place of Birth: Hollywood, California, USA
Known For
It's a Wonderful Life
George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin.
China Venture
American soldiers undertake a mission to capture a Japanese admiral who has survived an air crash in China during WWII.
The Caine Mutiny
When a US Naval captain shows signs of mental instability that jeopardize his ship, the first officer relieves him of command and faces court martial for mutiny.
The Red Badge of Courage
Henry Fleming is a young Union soldier in the American Civil War. During his unit's first engagement, Henry flees the battlefield in fear. When he learns that the Union actually won the battle, shame over his cowardice leads him to lie to his friend Tom and the other soldiers, saying that he had been injured in battle. However, when he learns that his unit will be leading a charge against the enemy, Henry takes the opportunity to face his fears and redeem himself.
My Foolish Heart
After a long absence, Mary Jane visits her schoolfriend Eloise, and Eloise's daughter Ramona. Eloise drinks too much and is unhappily married to Lew Wengler. Eloise falls asleep and remembers her time with her true love, Walt Dreiser, at the beginning of the Second World War. She recalls the events that lead up to her split with Mary Jane, and how Lew married Eloise rather than Mary Jane.
Dragnet
Follows the cases of a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, Sergeant Joe Friday, and his partners. The show takes its name from the police term "dragnet", meaning a system of coordinated measures for apprehending criminals or suspects.
Good Sam
Sam Clayton has a good heart and likes to help out people in need. In fact, he likes to help them out so much that he often finds himself broke and unable to help his own family buy the things they need--like a house.
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life
Documentary about James Stewart's long career as an actor and positive personal life.
Invaders from Mars
A boy tries to stop aliens that have taken over his town and are brainwashing its inhabitants.
The Courtship of Andy Hardy
While Judge Hardy handles a couple's divorce, Andy takes a shine to their shy daughter.
Filmography
as Harry Bailey (archive footage)
as Self (archive footage)
as Petty Officer 1st Class Stillwell (uncredited)
as Lt. March (uncredited)
as Lt. Dave Moreno
as Jerry Barker
as Jim the Gas Station Attendant
as Officer
as Judge
as Bedford (uncredited)
as Peter Arlen
as Andrews
as Soldier (uncredited)
as Sergeant (uncredited)
as Sam
as Joe Adams
as Harry Bailey
as Meyers
as Harry Land
as Harry Land