Howard Wendell
Known for
Howard Wendell has built a long career as an actor with the kind of filmography that takes a while to scroll through. 44 was the age at the first credit. He has been working on screen for more than 74 years. 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' is the title most people reach for first, with Watson at the center of it. 'The Big Heat' is close behind in visibility.
Howard Wendell
20 Movies · 16 Series
Howard Wendell has built a long career as an actor with the kind of filmography that takes a while to scroll through. 44 was the age at the first credit. He has been working on screen for more than 74 years. 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' is the title most people reach for first, with Watson at the center of it. 'The Big Heat' is close behind in visibility.
Movies
Plays Watson
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
1953
Plays Police Commissioner Higgins
The Big Heat
1953
Plays Anderson
Affair in Trinidad
1952
Plays Mr. Grenville
Athena
1954
Plays Morgan Todd
Prince Valiant
1954
Plays Yanryzin
A Day of Fury
1956
Plays Mayor
My Blood Runs Cold
1965
Plays Harry
Never Say Goodbye
1956
Plays Congressman
A Stranger in My Arms
1959
Plays Dr. George Bradford
The Four Skulls of Jonathan Drake
1959
Plays Prison Chaplain
Wiretapper
1955
Plays Sen. Bascomb
Storm Center
1956
Plays John H. Harris
By the Light of the Silvery Moon
1953
Plays Mr. Dilts
Captain Scarface
1953
Plays Oliver Wherry
You for Me
1952
TV Shows
Plays Dr. Torrence Hayworth
The Dick Van Dyke Show
1961
Plays Judge
Gunsmoke
1955
Plays William Seward
You Are There
1953
Plays Lucius Fremont
Mayberry R.F.D.
1968
Plays Hotel Manager
The 20th Century Fox Hour
1955
Plays Basil Bowman
Batman
1966
Plays Harrison's Advisor
Bonanza
1959
Plays Mr. Thornton
Mr. Terrific
1967
Plays Senator
I Dream of Jeannie
1965
Plays John
The Munsters
1964
Plays C. F. Walters
The Millionaire
1955
Plays Barrett
M Squad
1957
Plays Simon Blair
The Big Valley
1965
Plays Mr. Morrison
Letter to Loretta
1953
Plays Carl Shumley
Adam-12
1968
Plays Mr. Flagstone
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
1962
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howard Wendell still alive?
Howard Wendell passed away on August 11, 1975 at age 67.
What are the most famous roles of Howard Wendell?
Howard Wendell is best known for roles in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, The Big Heat, The Cincinnati Kid.
How many movies has Howard Wendell been in?
Over a 23-year career (since 1952), Howard Wendell has appeared in 20 movies and 15 TV shows.
What was Howard Wendell's first movie?
The career of Howard Wendell began with You for Me (1952).
What is Howard Wendell's most recent movie or series?
Howard Wendell's most recent release is Mayberry R.F.D., which premiered on September 23, 1968.
What TV shows has Howard Wendell appeared in?
On television, Howard Wendell has appeared in I Dream of Jeannie, Batman, Bonanza, The Munsters.
Howard Wendell
1908-01-25
Howard Wendell has built a long career as an actor with the kind of filmography that takes a while to scroll through. 44 was the age at the first credit. He has been working on screen for more than 74 years. 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' is the title most people reach for first, with Watson at the center of it. 'The Big Heat' is close behind in visibility.