John Parrish
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If longevity counts for anything, John Parrish is an American actor who has spent far more time working than being talked about. If the filmography has a home genre, it is drama. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 32 titles. In cinemas, 'The Ten Commandments' is the work that stuck — Sheik of Rephidim, specifically. He also turns up in 'The Barefoot Contessa'.
John Parrish
21 Movies
11 Series
If longevity counts for anything, John Parrish is an American actor who has spent far more time working than being talked about. If the filmography has a home genre, it is drama. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 32 titles. In cinemas, 'The Ten Commandments' is the work that stuck — Sheik of Rephidim, specifically. He also turns up in 'The Barefoot Contessa'.
Movies
Plays Sheik of Rephidim
The Ten Commandments
1956
Plays Lord of Gath
Samson and Delilah
1949
Plays Mr. Max Black
The Barefoot Contessa
1954
Plays Titinius
Julius Caesar
1953
Plays Mr. Gautier
Canadian Pacific
1949
Plays Jeff Potter
The Dead Don't Dream
1948
Plays Frenger
Four Faces West
1948
Plays David J. Potter
Unexpected Guest
1947
Plays 3rd Thief
Prisoners of the Casbah
1953
Plays Gen. Perry
Kronos
1957
Plays Doctor
Let's Live Again
1948
Plays Steve Mawson
Borrowed Trouble
1948
Plays John the Baptist
The Pilgrimage Play
1949
TV Shows
Plays Townsman
The Adventures of Champion
1955
Plays Commissioner
Public Defender
1954
Plays Gang Leader
The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok
1951
Plays Ron Olson
Bat Masterson
1958
Plays Hank Thompson
Annie Oakley
1954
Plays Mr. Warren
Tombstone Territory
1957
Plays Jeff Grant
The Lone Ranger
1949
Plays Elderly Rancher
Gunsmoke
1955
Plays Sheriff Persall
Wanted: Dead or Alive
1958
Plays Asa Bell Bennett
Death Valley Days
1952
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Kronos
Full Filmography
Bat Masterson
Ron Olson · 2 episodes
1958–
TV
Wanted: Dead or Alive
Sheriff Persall · 1 episode
1958–
TV
Tombstone Territory
Mr. Warren · 1 episode
1957–
TV
Kronos
Gen. Perry
1957
Film
The Ten Commandments
Sheik of Rephidim
1956
Film
The Adventures of Champion
Townsman · 2 episodes
1955–
TV
Cheyenne
Doctor (uncredited) · 1 episode
1955–
TV
Gunsmoke
Elderly Rancher · 1 episode
1955–
TV
The Barefoot Contessa
Mr. Max Black
1954
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Parrish still alive?
John Parrish passed away on April 18, 1988 at age 92.
What are the most famous roles of John Parrish?
John Parrish is best known for roles in The Ten Commandments, The Barefoot Contessa, Samson and Delilah.
How many movies has John Parrish been in?
Over a 41-year career (since 1947), John Parrish has appeared in 21 movies and 11 TV shows.
What was John Parrish's first movie?
The career of John Parrish began with Unexpected Guest (1947).
What is John Parrish's most recent movie or series?
John Parrish's most recent release is Bat Masterson, which premiered on October 8, 1958.
What TV shows has John Parrish appeared in?
On television, John Parrish has appeared in Gunsmoke, Wanted: Dead or Alive, The Lone Ranger, Dragnet.
John Parrish
1896-02-25 · Lindenhurst, Long Island, New York, USA
If longevity counts for anything, John Parrish is an American actor who has spent far more time working than being talked about. If the filmography has a home genre, it is drama. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 32 titles. In cinemas, 'The Ten Commandments' is the work that stuck — Sheik of Rephidim, specifically. He also turns up in 'The Barefoot Contessa'.