Roy Poole
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Roy Poole has made his name as an American actor, visible in supporting parts across film and television. The career ran for 64 years from first credit to last. Drama accounts for the largest share of the list. His name is attached to 22 productions. 'Network' is the credit that has traveled the widest, as Sam Haywood. His name appears in 'Brubaker' as well.
Roy Poole
12 Movies
10 Series
Roy Poole has made his name as an American actor, visible in supporting parts across film and television. The career ran for 64 years from first credit to last. Drama accounts for the largest share of the list. His name is attached to 22 productions. 'Network' is the credit that has traveled the widest, as Sam Haywood. His name appears in 'Brubaker' as well.
Movies
Plays John Duncan
The Betsy
1978
Plays Sam Haywood
Network
1976
Plays Doc Redfield
Mandingo
1975
Plays Dr. Gregory
Brubaker
1980
Plays Brad
Experiment in Terror
1962
Plays Jonathan Draeger
Sometimes a Great Notion
1971
Plays Mr. McHabe
Up the Down Staircase
1967
Plays Stephen Hopkins (RI)
1776
1972
Plays Walter Kurner
A Stranger Is Watching
1982
Plays Catherine's Father
Act of Violence
1979
Plays Dunne
Gaily, Gaily
1969
Plays Seth Gale
Abe Lincoln in Illinois
1964
TV Shows
Plays Chet Reynolds
The Andros Targets
1977
Plays Granger
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
1978
Plays Harry Hopkins
The Winds of War
1983
Plays Curtis Stone
The F.B.I.
1965
Plays Wells
Naked City
1958
Plays Police Captain Joe Keene
Kojak
1973
Plays Tommy Miller
Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951
Plays Cort
The Invaders
1967
Plays Maj. Gen. Randolph
Great Performances
1971
Plays Salmon P. Chase
Lincoln
1974
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A Stranger Is Watching
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The Winds of War
Harry Hopkins · 3 episodes
1983
TV
A Stranger Is Watching
Walter Kurner
1982
Film
The End of August
Dr. Mandalet
1981
Film
Brubaker
Dr. Gregory
1980
Film
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Granger · 3 episodes
1978
TV
The Betsy
John Duncan
1978
Film
Great Performances
Maj. Gen. Randolph · 1 episode
1977
TV
The Andros Targets
Chet Reynolds · 13 episodes
1977–
TV
Network
Sam Haywood
1976
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roy Poole still alive?
Roy Poole passed away on July 1, 1980 at age 56.
What are the most famous roles of Roy Poole?
Roy Poole is best known for roles in Network, Brubaker, Mandingo.
How many movies has Roy Poole been in?
Over a 18-year career (since 1962), Roy Poole has appeared in 12 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Roy Poole's first movie?
The career of Roy Poole began with Experiment in Terror (1962).
What is Roy Poole's most recent movie or series?
Roy Poole's most recent release is The Winds of War, which premiered on February 6, 1983.
What TV shows has Roy Poole appeared in?
On television, Roy Poole has appeared in The Bionic Woman, Kojak, The Streets of San Francisco, The Invaders.
Roy Poole
1924-03-31 · San Bernardino, California, USA
Roy Poole has made his name as an American actor, visible in supporting parts across film and television. The career ran for 64 years from first credit to last. Drama accounts for the largest share of the list. His name is attached to 22 productions. 'Network' is the credit that has traveled the widest, as Sam Haywood. His name appears in 'Brubaker' as well.