Todd Karns
Known for
Not many careers reach this level, and Todd Karns is an American actor who has turned recognition into a durable career rather than a moment. The headline credit is 'It's a Wonderful Life' (Harry Bailey). 'Invaders from Mars' is the other title with comparable reach. The early credits were nothing like the ones that followed. There are 17 entries on the filmography, and the well-known ones are a minority.
Todd Karns
17 Movies
Not many careers reach this level, and Todd Karns is an American actor who has turned recognition into a durable career rather than a moment. The headline credit is 'It's a Wonderful Life' (Harry Bailey). 'Invaders from Mars' is the other title with comparable reach. The early credits were nothing like the ones that followed. There are 17 entries on the filmography, and the well-known ones are a minority.
Movies
Plays Harry Bailey
It's a Wonderful Life
1946
Plays Jim the Gas Station Attendant
Invaders from Mars
1953
Plays Joe Adams
Good Sam
1948
Plays Andrews
Mutiny
1952
Plays Jerry Barker
Mission Over Korea
1953
Plays Harry Land
Andy Hardy's Private Secretary
1941
Plays Harry Land
The Courtship of Andy Hardy
1942
Plays Meyers
Eagle Squadron
1942
Plays Peter Arlen
Jet Job
1952
Plays Officer
Battle Zone
1952
Plays Sam
It's a Small World
1950
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The Caine Mutiny
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The Caine Mutiny
Petty Officer 1st Class Stillwell (uncredited)
1954
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China Venture
Lt. March (uncredited)
1953
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Clipped Wings
Lt. Dave Moreno
1953
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Mission Over Korea
Jerry Barker
1953
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Invaders from Mars
Jim the Gas Station Attendant
1953
Film
Battle Zone
Officer
1952
Film
My Son John
Bedford (uncredited)
1952
Film
Jet Job
Peter Arlen
1952
Film
Mutiny
Andrews
1952
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Todd Karns still alive?
Todd Karns passed away on February 5, 2000 at age 79.
What are the most famous roles of Todd Karns?
Todd Karns is best known for roles in It's a Wonderful Life, The Caine Mutiny, Invaders from Mars.
How many movies has Todd Karns been in?
Over a 59-year career (since 1941), Todd Karns has appeared in 17 movies and 0 TV shows.
What was Todd Karns's first movie?
The career of Todd Karns began with Andy Hardy's Private Secretary (1941).
What is Todd Karns's most recent movie or series?
Todd Karns's most recent release is The Caine Mutiny, which premiered on June 24, 1954.
Todd Karns
1921-01-15 · Hollywood, California, USA
Roscoe Todd Karns (January 15, 1921 – February 5, 2000) was an American actor.[1] He is perhaps best remembered for playing George Bailey's younger brother, Harry Bailey, in the 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life.