Acting
Murray Alper
Born January 11, 1904 · New York City, New York, USA
Died November 16, 1984 · aged 80
Murray Alper (January 11, 1904 – November 16, 1984) was an American actor. He appeared in numerous television series, films, and Broadway productions.
Known For
Strangers on a Train · 1951Strangers 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.
Ocean's Eleven · 1960Ocean's Eleven
★ 6.41960
MovieCrimeComedy
Danny Ocean and his gang attempt to rob the five biggest casinos in Las Vegas in one night.
The Maltese Falcon · 1941The Maltese Falcon
★ 7.71941
MovieMysteryCrime
A private detective takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a beautiful liar, and their quest for a priceless statuette.
What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? · 1962What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
★ 7.91962
MovieDramaHorror
A former vaudeville child star viciously torments her paraplegic sister in their decaying Hollywood mansion.
The Nutty Professor · 1963The Nutty Professor
★ 6.51963
MovieComedyScience Fiction
A timid, nearsighted chemistry teacher discovers a magical potion that can transform him into a suave and handsome Romeo. The Jekyll and Hyde game works well enough until the concoction starts to wear off at the most embarrassing times.
Sergeant York · 1941Sergeant York
★ 7.21941
MovieWarDrama
Alvin York a hillbilly sharpshooter transforms himself from ruffian to religious pacifist. He is then called to serve his country and despite deep religious and moral objections to fighting becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI.
On the Town · 1949On the Town
★ 7.01949
MovieComedyRomance
Three sailors wreak havoc as they search for love during a whirlwind 24-hour leave in New York City.
After the Thin Man · 1936After the Thin Man
★ 7.31936
MovieComedyMystery
Nick and Nora Charles are back—and this time, their holiday takes a deadly turn! After returning to San Francisco, the sophisticated couple is drawn into the disappearance of Nora’s cousin’s husband. When he is found murdered, suspicion falls on the troubled family, and Nick reluctantly resumes his detective work. With Nora eagerly at his side, the pair follows a trail of jealousy, blackmail, secret relationships, and long-buried family scandals. William Powell and Myrna Loy sparkle as Hollywood’s most charming married sleuths, trading witty banter while unraveling a dangerous mystery. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke and written by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, After the Thin Man delivers everything audiences love about the series: romance, comedy, suspense, elegant settings, and the irresistible return of Asta, Nick and Nora’s mischievous wire-haired terrier. This stylish 1936 sequel is a delightful blend of mystery and sophisticated fun.
Filmography
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Ocean's Eleven · 1960Ocean's Eleven
★ 6.41960
MovieCrimeComedy
Danny Ocean and his gang attempt to rob the five biggest casinos in Las Vegas in one night.
Deputy (uncredited)
What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? · 1962What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
★ 7.91962
MovieDramaHorror
A former vaudeville child star viciously torments her paraplegic sister in their decaying Hollywood mansion.
Projectionist (uncredited)
On the Town · 1949On the Town
★ 7.01949
MovieComedyRomance
Three sailors wreak havoc as they search for love during a whirlwind 24-hour leave in New York City.
Cab Company Owner (uncredited)
The Gunfighter · 1950The Gunfighter
★ 7.41950
MovieWestern
The fastest gun in the West tries to escape his reputation.
Townsman at Funeral (uncredited)
Bachelor Mother · 1939Bachelor Mother
★ 7.21939
MovieComedyRomance
Polly Parrish, a clerk at Merlin's Department Store, is mistakenly presumed to be the mother of a foundling. Outraged at Polly's unmotherly conduct, David Merlin becomes determined to keep the single woman and "her" baby together.
Dance Floor Gatekeeper (uncredited)
The Geisha Boy · 1958The Geisha Boy
★ 6.41958
MovieComedy
Gilbert Wooley is a second-rate magician who is sent to entertain the troops in the pacific. During his time in Japan he becomes attached to a little orphan boy.
GI in Korea (uncredited)
My Favorite Wife · 1940My Favorite Wife
★ 7.01940
MovieComedyRomance
Years after her ship disappeared, a presumably dead woman returns home. To her shock, she finds her husband has remarried.
Yosemite Bartender (uncredited)
Yankee Doodle Dandy · 1942Yankee Doodle Dandy
★ 7.01942
MovieDramaMusic
A film of the life of the renowned musical composer, playwright, actor, dancer and singer George M. Cohan.
Wiseguy (uncredited)
Air Force · 1943Air Force
★ 6.51943
MovieActionDrama
The crew of an Air Force bomber arrives in Pearl Harbor in the aftermath of the Japanese attack and is sent on to Manila to help with the defense of the Philippines.
Butch - Demolition Squad Corporal (uncredited)

































