Del Close
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By any commercial measure, Del Close is a major actor with an audience spread across several continents. The film 'The Untouchables' does more for the public profile than the rest of the filmography combined. There is 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' as well. More credits fall under drama than under anything else. Film and television both figure in the career, rather than one alone.
Del Close
18 Movies
1 Series
By any commercial measure, Del Close is a major actor with an audience spread across several continents. The film 'The Untouchables' does more for the public profile than the rest of the filmography combined. There is 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' as well. More credits fall under drama than under anything else. Film and television both figure in the career, rather than one alone.
Movies
Plays Alderman
The Untouchables
1987
Plays English Teacher
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
1986
Plays Reverend Meeker
The Blob
1988
Plays Man at Bar (Guy)
American Graffiti
1973
Plays Mechanic #1
Thief
1981
Plays Frank
Next of Kin
1989
Plays Dr. Kenneth Whiteside
Fat Man and Little Boy
1989
Plays H.R. Rineman
The Public Eye
1992
Plays Zoologist
First Steps
1985
Plays Dr. Natterson
Light of Day
1987
Plays Deacon Daniels
The Big Town
1987
Plays Williamson
Opportunity Knocks
1990
Plays Hobo Wearing eyepatch
Beware! The Blob
1972
Plays Mr. Schneider / Large Tattooed Man
One More Saturday Night
1986
TV Shows
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The Public Eye
Full Filmography
The Public Eye
H.R. Rineman
1992
Film
A League of Their Own
Baseball Owner (uncredited)
1992
Film
Opportunity Knocks
Williamson
1990
Film
Next of Kin
Frank
1989
Film
Fat Man and Little Boy
Dr. Kenneth Whiteside
1989
Film
Dream Breakers
Dr. Stone
1989
Film
The Blob
Reverend Meeker
1988
Film
The Big Town
Deacon Daniels
1987
Film
The Untouchables
Alderman
1987
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Del Close still alive?
Del Close passed away on March 4, 1999 at age 64.
What are the most famous roles of Del Close?
Del Close is best known for roles in The Untouchables, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, American Graffiti.
How many movies has Del Close been in?
Over a 34-year career (since 1965), Del Close has appeared in 18 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Del Close's first movie?
The career of Del Close began with Goldstein (1965).
What is Del Close's most recent movie or series?
Del Close's most recent release is Mommy's Day, which premiered on January 31, 1997.
What TV shows has Del Close appeared in?
On television, Del Close has appeared in Get Smart, The Untouchables, My Mother the Car, Sable.
Del Close
1934-03-09 · Manhattan, Kansas, USA
Del Close (March 9, 1934 – March 4, 1999) was an American actor, writer, and teacher who coached many of the best-known comedians and comic actors of the late twentieth century. In addition to an acting career in television and film, he was one of the influences on modern improvisational theater. Close is co-founder of the ImprovOlympic (iO).