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Arthur Batanides
Arthur Batanides
Age 76 years (Apr 9, 1923 – Jan 10, 2000)
Birthplace Tacoma, Washington, USA
Movies 18
TV Shows 44

Arthur Batanides

Actor · Since 1955
Known for
Mission: Impossible Kura 1966– · ★ 7.6 The Twilight Zone Tabal 1959– · ★ 8.5 Alfred Hitchcock Presents The Police Sergeant 1955– · ★ 7.8 Wonder Woman Maxwell 1975– · ★ 7.0
Arthur Batanides is one of the more persistent actors of his generation whose work covers more eras of the industry than most. 'Police Academy 3: Back in Training' is the other credit that tends to come up. He has worked in comedy more often than in any other register. Work has kept arriving for 72 years, which is its own kind of achievement. 'Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment' remains the reference point, thanks largely to Old Man Kirkland.
Arthur Batanides is one of the more persistent actors of his generation whose work covers more eras of the industry than most. 'Police Academy 3: Back in Training' is the other credit that tends to come up. He has worked in comedy more often than in any other register. Work has kept arriving for 72 years, which is its own kind of achievement. 'Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment' remains the reference point, thanks largely to Old Man Kirkland.
Known for
Mission: Impossible Kura 1966– · ★ 7.6 The Twilight Zone Tabal 1959– · ★ 8.5 Alfred Hitchcock Presents The Police Sergeant 1955– · ★ 7.8 Wonder Woman Maxwell 1975– · ★ 7.0
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Police Academy 6: City Under Siege
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Police Academy 6: City Under Siege
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Police Academy 6: City Under Siege
Mr. Kirkland
★ 5.1
1989
Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol
Mr. Kirkland
★ 5.5
1987
Police Academy 3: Back in Training
Mr. Kirkland
★ 5.8
1986
Knight Rider
Henry Quincy
★ 7.5
1985Season 4
Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment
Old Man Kirkland
★ 6.1
1985
Wonder Woman
Maxwell
★ 7.0
1978Season 3
Hallmark Hall of Fame
Ben Morrow
★ 8.8
1977Season 27
Wonder Woman
Maxwell
★ 7.0
1977Season 2
Lucan
Detective (uncredited)
★ 8.0
1977Season 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arthur Batanides still alive?
Arthur Batanides passed away on January 10, 2000 at age 76.
What are the most famous roles of Arthur Batanides?
Arthur Batanides is best known for roles in Spartacus, The Ten Commandments, Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment.
How many movies has Arthur Batanides been in?
Over a 46-year career (since 1954), Arthur Batanides has appeared in 18 movies and 44 TV shows.
What was Arthur Batanides's first movie?
The career of Arthur Batanides began with Black Tuesday (1954).
What is Arthur Batanides's most recent movie or series?
Arthur Batanides's most recent release is Police Academy 6: City Under Siege, which premiered on March 9, 1989.
What TV shows has Arthur Batanides appeared in?
On television, Arthur Batanides has appeared in Star Trek, Knight Rider, The Twilight Zone, Columbo.
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Arthur Batanides
Arthur Batanides
1923-04-09 · Tacoma, Washington, USA

Arthur Batanides (April 9, 1923 – January 10, 2000) was an American film and television actor, originally from Tacoma, Washington. He became enamored with acting after performing stand-up routines in front of fellow GIs in Europe during World War II. He was educated in dramatic art at the Actors' Lab in Los Angeles, followed by extensive stage experience.

One of his more recognizable television roles was that of the unfortunate Starfleet officer/geologist D'Amato in the Star Trek episode "That Which Survives". Among his film credits are The Unearthly, Violent Road, The Leech Woman, Man-Trap, The Maltese Bippy, Evil Roy Slade and Brannigan. He also appeared as Mr. Kirkland in four of the Police Academy film series, and the sixth installment (City Under Siege) was his final acting appearance.

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