Addison Richards
Biography
Addison Whitaker Richards, Jr. (October 20, 1902 – March 22, 1964) was a prolific American actor renowned for his extensive work in both film and television. Over the course of his career, which spanned from 1933 until his passing in 1964, Richards showcased his talent in over three hundred films and television programs. His remarkable versatility allowed him to take on a wide range of roles, contributing to his enduring legacy in the entertainment industry. With a career that encapsulated the golden age of Hollywood and the subsequent rise of television, Richards remains a notable figure in American cinematic history.
Filmography
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Where Are Your Children?
1943 • Halstead
Front Page Woman
1935
A Guy Named Joe
1943
Black Legion
1937
Boys Town
1938 • Judge
China Clipper
1936 • Mr. B.C. Hill
Bewitched
1945 • John Ellis
Lulu Belle
1948 • Police Commissioner John Dixon
Texas
1941 • Matt Lashan
The Case of the Howling Dog
1934
Step by Step
1946 • James Blackton
Colleen
1936
Song of the Saddle
1936 • Frank Wilson Sr.
Charlie Chan in Panama
1940
The Shanghai Cobra
1945 • John Adams
The Black Doll
1938 • A.H. Mallison
Draegerman Courage
1937 • John McNally
Our Daily Bread
1934 • Louie
Crime Against Joe
1956
Davy Crockett, Indian Scout
1950 • Capt. Weightman
The Deerslayer
1957
A Night of Adventure
1944 • District Attorney Branson