Acting

Richard Neill

Born November 12, 1875 · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Died April 8, 1970 · aged 94

No biography available.

Known For

Strangers on a Train · 1951

Strangers on a Train

★ 7.71951

MovieCrimeThriller

A charming psychopath tries to coerce a tennis star into his theory that two strangers can commit the perfect crime by exchanging murders—each killing the other’s most-hated person.

The Grapes of Wrath · 1940

The Grapes of Wrath

★ 7.81940

MovieDrama

Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He catches up with them on his Uncle’s farm, and joins them the next day as they head for California and a new life... Hopefully.

Miracle on 34th Street · 1947

Miracle on 34th Street

★ 7.41947

MovieComedyDrama

Kris Kringle, seemingly the embodiment of Santa Claus, is asked to portray the jolly old fellow at Macy's following his performance in the Thanksgiving Day parade. His portrayal is so complete that many begin to question if he truly is Santa Claus, while others question his sanity.

On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale refuses to start a new contract with him. To prove Nadine's not important to him, Don acquires innocent new protege Hannah Brown, vowing to make her a star in time for next year's Easter parade.

Deadline - U.S.A. · 1952

Deadline - U.S.A.

★ 6.91952

MovieCrimeDrama

New York City newspaper The Day is in trouble. Even though editor Ed Hutcheson has worked hard running the paper, its circulation has been steadily declining. Now the publisher's widow wants to sell the paper, which will most likely mean its end. Hutcheson's only hope is to finish his exposé on a dangerous gangster before the sale is finalized.

Alias Nick Beal · 1949

Alias Nick Beal

★ 6.81949

MovieDramaCrime

After straight-arrow district attorney Joseph Foster says in frustration that he would sell his soul to bring down a local mob boss, a smooth-talking stranger named Nick Beal shows up with enough evidence to seal a conviction. When that success leads Foster to run for governor, Beal's unearthly hold on him turns the previously honest man corrupt, much to the displeasure of his wife and his steadfast minister.

To Be or Not to Be · 1942

To Be or Not to Be

★ 7.81942

MovieComedyWar

During the Nazi occupation of Poland, an acting troupe becomes embroiled in a Polish soldier's efforts to track down a German spy.

A hugely successful DA goes into private practice after sending a man to the chair -- only to find out later he was innocent. Now the drunken attorney only seems to represent criminals and low lifes.

Filmography

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Strangers on a Train · 1951

Strangers on a Train

★ 7.71951

MovieCrimeThriller

A charming psychopath tries to coerce a tennis star into his theory that two strangers can commit the perfect crime by exchanging murders—each killing the other’s most-hated person.

Party Guest (uncredited)

The Grapes of Wrath · 1940

The Grapes of Wrath

★ 7.81940

MovieDrama

Migrant (uncredited)

Miracle on 34th Street · 1947

Miracle on 34th Street

★ 7.41947

MovieComedyDrama

Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)

Audience Member (uncredited)

Deadline - U.S.A. · 1952

Deadline - U.S.A.

★ 6.91952

MovieCrimeDrama

Newspaperman (uncredited)

Alias Nick Beal · 1949

Alias Nick Beal

★ 6.81949

MovieDramaCrime

Supporter

To Be or Not to Be · 1942

To Be or Not to Be

★ 7.81942

MovieComedyWar

During the Nazi occupation of Poland, an acting troupe becomes embroiled in a Polish soldier's efforts to track down a German spy.

Warsaw Bystander (uncredited)

A hugely successful DA goes into private practice after sending a man to the chair -- only to find out later he was innocent. Now the drunken attorney only seems to represent criminals and low lifes.

Juror (uncredited)

Make Way for Tomorrow · 1937

Make Way for Tomorrow

★ 7.51937

MovieDramaRomance

An elderly couple are forced to separate themselves from each other after their children refuse to take both into one house.

Minor Role (uncredited)

They Died with Their Boots On · 1941

They Died with Their Boots On

★ 6.71941

MovieWesternWar

The story follows General George Armstrong Custer's adventures from his West Point days to his death. He defies orders during the Civil War, trains the 7th Cavalry, appeases Chief Crazy Horse and later engages in bloody battle with the Sioux nation.

Restaurant Patron (uncredited)

The Merry Widow · 1952

The Merry Widow

★ 6.31952

MovieDramaMusic

Marshovia, a small European kingdom, is on the brink of bankruptcy but the country may be saved if the wealthy American Crystal Radek, widow of a Marshovian, can be convinced to part with her money and marry the king's nephew count Danilo. Arriving to Marshovia on a visit, Crystal Radek change places with her secretary Kitty. Following them to Paris, Danilo has a hard time wooing the widow after meeting an attractive young woman at a nightclub, the same Crystal Radek who presents herself as Fifi the chorus girl. Plot by Mattias Thuresson.

Reception Guest (uncredited)

A devoted secretary embarks on a dangerous mission to try to find the elusive woman who may prove her boss didn't murder his wife.

Theatre Patron (uncredited)

Pat Pemberton is a brilliant athlete, except when her domineering fiancé is around. The ladies golf championship is in her reach until she gets flustered by his presence at the final holes. He wants them to get married and forget the whole thing, but she cannot give up on herself that easily. She enlists the help of Mike Conovan, a slightly shady sports promoter. Together they face mobsters, a jealous boxer, and a growing mutual attraction.

Tennis Match Spectator (uncredited)

After marrying her long lost love, a pianist finds the relationship threatened by a wealthy composer who is besotted with her.

Concertgoer (uncredited)

Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.

Restaurant Patron (uncredited)

Dr. Hohner, theatre physician at the Vienna Royal Theatre, murders his mistress, the star soprano when his jealousy drives him to the point of mad obsession. Ten years later, another young singer reminds Hohner of the late diva and his old mania kicks in. Hohner wants to prevent her from singing for anyone but him, even if it means silencing her forever.

Audience Member (Uncredited)

The Secret Fury · 1950

The Secret Fury

★ 5.51950

MovieCrimeDrama

The wedding of Ellen and David is halted by a stranger who insists that the bride is already married to someone else. Though the flabbergasted Ellen denies the charge, the interloper produces enough evidence that his accusation must be investigated. Ellen and David travel to the small coastal town where her first wedding allegedly occurred. There, they meet a number of individuals whose stories make Ellen question her own sanity.

Wedding Guest (uncredited)

A French playboy and an American former nightclub singer fall in love aboard a ship. They arrange to reunite six months later, if neither has changed their mind.

Theatre Patron (uncredited)

Wanderer of the Wasteland · 1924

Wanderer of the Wasteland

★ 8.01924

MovieWestern

Wanderer of the Wasteland is a 1924 American color silent Western film directed by Irvin Willat and starring Jack Holt, Noah Beery, and Billie Dove.

Collishaw

The lives of two cousins are complicated by the return of an ex-boyfriend and an illegitimate child.

Wedding Guest (uncredited)

Jiggs and Maggie in Court · 1948

Jiggs and Maggie in Court

★ 8.01948

MovieComedy

Maggie is resentful of being pointed out and laughed at in public because she resembles the cartoon character in the George McManus comic strip "Bringing Up Father." She visits McManus in his studio office and tries to persuade him to stop drawing the syndicated comic-strip. He tells her he will...in 1959. Maggie, not getting any younger, retains counsel and takes McManus to court.

Mr. Bowton, an Attorney

A medicine show pitchman investigates a small town murder in Arizona.

Townsman

A beautiful heiress is an excellent poker player. Her comfortable life changes when her father and his fortune die during market crash of the 1800's.

Party Guest (uncredited)

A crime reporter writes book to expose names and methods of the criminal leaders. He is held on a charge after refusing to explain how he got his information, but is released and helps to expose the syndicate.

Grand Juror (uncredited)