Spec O'Donnell
Known for
Across changing tastes and formats, Spec O'Donnell has stayed an American actor known to audiences from a long list of titles rather than from one. 'The Walking Dead' counts among the more visible credits. The start came early, at 12. Work has kept arriving for 103 years, which is its own kind of achievement. If one title has to stand in for the rest, it is 'Convoy'.
Spec O'Donnell
100 Movies
2 Series
Across changing tastes and formats, Spec O'Donnell has stayed an American actor known to audiences from a long list of titles rather than from one. 'The Walking Dead' counts among the more visible credits. The start came early, at 12. Work has kept arriving for 103 years, which is its own kind of achievement. If one title has to stand in for the rest, it is 'Convoy'.
Movies
Plays 18 Wheel Eddie
Convoy
1978
Plays Junior -MacIntosh's Nephew
In Conference
1931
Plays Call Boy
One Night of Love
1934
Plays Jockey
Sweepstakes
1931
Plays Office Boy
Show Girl in Hollywood
1930
Plays Pete
The Death Kiss
1932
Plays Elevator Operator
Dressed to Kill
1941
Plays Boy Hanging Sign - 'At Your Service, Madame' Number
Stars Over Broadway
1935
Plays Love's Greatest Mistake
Call of the Cuckoo
1927
Plays Mrs. Chase's Brother
Movie Night
1929
Plays William Morley
Hers to Hold
1943
Plays Asher Ginsberg alias The Maid
Don't Tell Everything
1927
Plays Student
Varsity Show
1937
Plays Pinky
Love Is on the Air
1937
Plays Joe's Nephew
The Sophomore
1929
Plays Messenger
Walking Down Broadway
1938
Plays Maxie Whisselberg
Why Girls Say No
1927
Plays Elevator Operator
Public Wedding
1937
Plays Lafayette
College Holiday
1936
Plays Bellhop
Crazy House
1943
Plays Ignatz
Pass the Gravy
1928
Plays "Specs" Carter
Accidents Will Happen
1938
Plays Caddy
The Mystery Train
1931
Plays Abie
Little Annie Rooney
1925
Plays Copy Boy
Night Club Scandal
1937
Plays Spec
Speed Boys
1924
Plays Ambrose
Sparrows
1926
Plays The Widow's Younger Son
Should Second Husbands Come First?
1927
Plays Telegram Boy
Earthworm Tractors
1936
Plays Clapping Fan
King of Hockey
1936
Plays Office Boy
Friends of Mr. Sweeney
1934
Plays Joe Applegate
The Country Kid
1923
Plays Spec
Two Plus Fours
1930
Plays Messenger
Double Exposure
1944
Plays The Kid
A Pair of Tights
1929
Plays Office Boy
The Big Broadcast
1932
Plays Delivery Boy
Held For Ransom
1938
Plays Eddie
Freshman Love
1936
Plays Newspaper Vendor
Dance Hall
1929
Plays Newsboy
Angel's Holiday
1937
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Convoy
Full Filmography
Convoy
18 Wheel Eddie
1978
Film
Ride the High Country
Pianist (uncredited)
1962
Film
The Twilight Zone
Poker Player · 1 episode
1959–
TV
Wanted: Dead or Alive
Townsman (uncredited) · 1 episode
1958–
TV
Has Anybody Seen My Gal?
Candy Seller (uncredited)
1952
Film
Pat and Mike
Hicks' Caddy (uncredited)
1952
Film
Strangers on a Train
Carnival Patron (uncredited)
1951
Film
Double Exposure
Messenger
1944
Film
The Miracle of Morgan's Creek
Son of Townsman (uncredited)
1944
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spec O'Donnell still alive?
Spec O'Donnell passed away on October 14, 1986 at age 75.
What are the most famous roles of Spec O'Donnell?
Spec O'Donnell is best known for roles in Strangers on a Train, Arsenic and Old Lace, Convoy.
How many movies has Spec O'Donnell been in?
Over a 63-year career (since 1923), Spec O'Donnell has appeared in 100 movies and 2 TV shows.
What was Spec O'Donnell's first movie?
The career of Spec O'Donnell began with Little Johnny Jones (1923).
What is Spec O'Donnell's most recent movie or series?
Spec O'Donnell's most recent release is Convoy, which premiered on June 27, 1978.
What TV shows has Spec O'Donnell appeared in?
On television, Spec O'Donnell has appeared in The Twilight Zone, Wanted: Dead or Alive.
Spec O'Donnell
1911-04-09 · Fresno, California, USA
Across changing tastes and formats, Spec O'Donnell has stayed an American actor known to audiences from a long list of titles rather than from one. 'The Walking Dead' counts among the more visible credits. The start came early, at 12. Work has kept arriving for 103 years, which is its own kind of achievement. If one title has to stand in for the rest, it is 'Convoy'.