John Dennis
Known for
In a business that burns through people quickly, John Dennis is a long-distance runner who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. The filmography leans toward comedy. 73 years of work add up to around 81 titles. The film 'Young Frankenstein' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. Among the rest of the work, 'Soylent Green' stands out. The first credits arrived long before the title most people know.
John Dennis
42 Movies
39 Series
In a business that burns through people quickly, John Dennis is a long-distance runner who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. The filmography leans toward comedy. 73 years of work add up to around 81 titles. The film 'Young Frankenstein' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. Among the rest of the work, 'Soylent Green' stands out. The first credits arrived long before the title most people know.
Movies
Plays Orderly in Frankenstein's Class
Young Frankenstein
1974
Plays Wagner
Soylent Green
1973
Plays Sgt. Ike Galovitch
From Here to Eternity
1953
Plays Policeman
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
1972
Plays Brawny Foreman
Earthquake
1974
Plays Orderly
High Anxiety
1977
Plays Shep Adolph
Tickle Me
1965
Plays Motorcycle Cop
Love at First Bite
1979
Plays Donkersgoed
Conquest of Space
1955
Plays Morgan Haley
Frankenstein 1970
1958
Plays Desmond's Guard
Truck Turner
1974
Plays Crew Chief
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.
1966
Plays Beckerman's Guard
End of the World
1977
Plays Walter Gerhardt
Too Much, Too Soon
1958
Plays Deputy Sheriff
Mean Dog Blues
1978
Plays Dice Player
Mister Buddwing
1966
Plays Pat Farley
Violent Road
1958
Plays Guy Bettenhouser
Pete Kelly's Blues
1955
Plays Cell Block Guard
Convicts 4
1962
Plays Frank
Psychic Killer
1975
Plays MSgt. Joe Murdock
Battle Taxi
1955
Plays Husband
Mama's Dirty Girls
1974
Plays Jablonski
Garden of the Dead
1972
Plays Kid Stanley
The Return of Jack Slade
1955
Plays Sergeant Morella / Flood
The Slams
1973
Plays The Councilman
The Day of the Wolves
1971
Plays Red
Revolt in the Big House
1958
Plays Benny Bendowski
Calling Homicide
1956
Plays Monk
The Touchables
1961
TV Shows
Plays Deputy
The Fugitive
1963
Plays Pavelki
Hazel
1961
Plays Stan Billings
77 Sunset Strip
1958
Plays Tolson
Ellery Queen
1975
Plays Maintenance Man
Taxi
1978
Plays Cop
Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.
1964
Plays Car Wash Boss
Quincy, M.E.
1976
Plays Vorac
Adam-12
1968
Plays Bookie Agent
Dragnet
1967
Plays Major
The Lieutenant
1963
Plays Pete
Maverick
1957
Plays Frankie Merrill
Surfside 6
1960
Plays Kinsky
Get Smart
1965
Plays Collins
CHiPs
1977
Plays Bike Shop Owner
The Mod Squad
1968
Plays Police Sergeant
Wagon Train
1957
Plays Mechanic
The Incredible Hulk
1977
Plays Saffron
Batman
1966
Plays Johnny-Boy
87th Precinct
1961
Plays Duke
Mission: Impossible
1966
Plays Maurice
Love, American Style
1969
Plays Hart
Fantasy Island
1978
Plays Finch
Bat Masterson
1958
Plays Bartender
The Name of the Game
1968
Plays Detective Bliss
Ironside
1967
Plays Bartender
Barbary Coast
1975
Plays Rivnock
Armstrong Circle Theatre
1950
Plays Lt. Sophia
Perry Mason
1957
Plays Dinsmore
Kung Fu
1972
Plays Colson
Mannix
1967
Latest Trailers
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Love at First Bite
Full Filmography
Taxi
Maintenance Man · 1 episode
1979
TV
Charlie and the Talking Buzzard
Mayor
1979
Film
Love at First Bite
Motorcycle Cop
1979
Film
Mean Dog Blues
Deputy Sheriff
1978
Film
Fantasy Island
Hart · 1 episode
1978–
TV
Quincy, M.E.
Car Wash Boss · 1 episode
1977
TV
High Anxiety
Orderly
1977
Film
The Incredible Hulk
Mechanic · 1 episode
1977–
TV
CHiPs
Collins · 1 episode
1977–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Dennis still alive?
John Dennis passed away on March 19, 2004 at age 84.
What are the most famous roles of John Dennis?
John Dennis is best known for roles in Young Frankenstein, Soylent Green, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes.
How many movies has John Dennis been in?
Over a 51-year career (since 1953), John Dennis has appeared in 42 movies and 39 TV shows.
What was John Dennis's first movie?
The career of John Dennis began with From Here to Eternity (1953).
What is John Dennis's most recent movie or series?
John Dennis's most recent release is Sur Violento, which premiered on January 1, 1995.
What TV shows has John Dennis appeared in?
On television, John Dennis has appeared in Batman, The Incredible Hulk, Get Smart, Mission: Impossible.
John Dennis
1919-08-18 · Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
In a business that burns through people quickly, John Dennis is a long-distance runner who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. The filmography leans toward comedy. 73 years of work add up to around 81 titles. The film 'Young Frankenstein' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. Among the rest of the work, 'Soylent Green' stands out. The first credits arrived long before the title most people know.