Known For
Acting
Born
Nov 24, 1901
Died
Feb 24, 1949
Place of Birth
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Credits
38 titles
Roman Bohnen
Biography
Roman Bohnen, born November 24, 1901, was a distinguished American character actor renowned for his versatility and powerful performances. His career spanned both stage and screen, earning acclaim for his roles in Broadway productions like "The Ladder" and "Johnny Johnson." Bohnen's impactful presence extended to film, notably in classics such as "Of Mice and Men," where his portrayal of the compassionate George earned critical praise. His depth and ability to embody multifaceted characters made him a respected figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Bohnen's legacy persists through his indelible contributions to the entertainment industry, showcasing an enduring talent that continues to influence actors and audiences alike.
Known For
Filmography
MGM Parade
Self
Mr. Soft Touch
Barney Teener
Kazan
Maitlin
Joan of Arc
Durand Laxart, Joan's Uncle
Night Has a Thousand Eyes
Special Prosecutor Melville Weston
Arch of Triumph
Dr. Veber
Open Secret
Roy Locke
For You I Die
Smitty
Song of Love
Dr. Hoffman
Brute Force
Warden A.J. Barnes
California
Col. Stuart
The Best Years of Our Lives
Pat Derry
Two Years Before the Mast
Macklin
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
Mr. O'Neil
Winter Wonderland
Timothy Wheeler
The Hoodlum Saint
Father O'Doul
Deadline at Dawn
Frantic Man with Injured Cat
Miss Susie Slagle's
Dean Wingate
A Bell for Adano
Carl Erba - Cart Man
Counter-Attack
Kostyuk
None But the Lonely Heart
Dad Pettyjohn
The Hairy Ape
Paddy
The Hitler Gang
Captain Ernst Röhm
The Song of Bernadette
François Soubirous
Mission to Moscow
Mr. Krestinsky
Edge of Darkness
Lars Malken
The Hard Way
Sam Chernen (Uncredited)
Grand Central Murder
Ramon
The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine
Tom Forbes
Young America
Mr. Barnes
The Bugle Sounds
Mr. Leech
Appointment for Love
Dr. Gunther
The Tell-Tale Heart
Old Man
They Dare Not Love
Baron Shafter
Ghost Treasure
Pete Wilkins (uncredited)
So Ends Our Night
Mr. Kern
Of Mice and Men
Candy
Walter Wanger's Vogues of 1938
Morgan's Lawyer