Robert F. Simon
Biography
Robert F. Simon (December 2, 1908 – November 29, 1992) was an accomplished American character actor renowned for his portrayals of military officers and authority figures. While many viewers recognized his distinctive face, he often remained nameless to the public. A dedicated life member of The Actors Studio, Simon's career spanned from 1950 to 1985, during which he showcased his versatility across various genres, including westerns, drama, and comedy. His performances left a lasting impression on audiences, contributing to the rich tapestry of American cinema and television during his era.
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The Benny Goodman Story
1956 • Papa Dave Goodman
Gunman's Walk
1958 • Sheriff Harry Brill
A New Kind of Love
1963 • Bertram Chalmers
The Black Dakotas
1954 • U.S. Marshal Whit Collins (as Robert Simon)
Wild Women
1970 • Col. Donahue
The Facts of Life
1960
Journey Through the Past
1972 • The General
Pay or Die!
1960 • Police Commissioner
The Reluctant Astronaut
1967
The Last Angry Man
1959 • Lyman Gattling
Compulsion
1959 • Police Lt. Johnson
Edge of the City
1957 • George Nordmann
The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell
1955
The Spiral Road
1962
Winter Kill
1974
Captain Newman, M.D.
1963
Foxfire
1955 • Ernest Tyson
The Catered Affair
1956 • Mr. Joe Halloran
Operation Petticoat
1959 • Captain J.B. Henderson
The Girl in the Empty Grave
1977 • Jedediah Partridge
The Buccaneer (1958)
1958
Face of Fire
1959 • The Judge