Franchot Tone
Biography
Franchot Tone, born on February 27, 1905, and passing away on September 18, 1968, was a versatile American actor renowned for his work across stage, film, and television. He gained significant fame for his role in the classic film "Mutiny on the Bounty" released in 1935, which served as a cornerstone of his prolific career. Throughout the 1960s, Tone continued to make his mark in the entertainment industry by taking on various character roles in popular television dramas. He appeared in notable series such as "Bonanza," "Wagon Train," "The Twilight Zone," and "The Alfred Hitchcock Hour," showcasing his adaptability and depth as an actor. With a career spanning several decades, Tone became a prominent figure in Hollywood, remembered for his contributions to both the cinematic and television landscapes.
Filmography
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Nice Girl?
1941 • Richard Calvert
Every Girl Should Be Married
1948 • Roger Sanford
Three Loves Has Nancy
1938 • Robert 'Bob' Hanson
They Gave Him a Gun
1937 • James 'Jimmy' Davis
Advise & Consent
1962 • The President
The Hour Before the Dawn
1944 • Jim Hetherton
Midnight Mary
1933 • Tom
Phantom Lady
1944 • John 'Jack' Marlow
In Harm's Way
1965
Lost Honeymoon
1947 • Johnny Gray
Dark Waters
1944 • Dr. George Grover
Honeymoon
1947 • David Flanner
Mutiny on the Bounty
1935 • Roger Byam
The Girl from Missouri
1934 • T.R. Paige, Jr.
Because of Him
1946 • Paul Taylor
The World Moves On
1934 • Richard Girard - 1825 / Richard Girard - 1914
Without Honor
1949 • Dennis Williams
Mickey One
1965 • Rudy Lopp
Five Graves to Cairo
1943 • Cpl. John J. Bramble / Paul Davos
The Bride Wore Red
1937 • Giulio
The Gorgeous Hussy
1936 • John H. Eaton
No More Ladies
1935 • Jim 'Jimsy Boysie' Salston