David Wayne

Acting

David Wayne

Born January 30, 1914 · Traverse City - Michigan - USA

Died February 9, 1995 · aged 81

David Wayne (January 30, 1914 – February 9, 1995) was an American actor with a career spanning nearly 50 years. Wayne was born Wayne James McMeekan in Traverse City, Michigan, the son of Helen Matilda (née Mason) and John David McMeekan. He grew up in Bloomingdale, Michigan. Wayne's first major Broadway role was Og the leprechaun in Finian's Rainbow, for which he won the Theatre World Award and t…

Known For

The Andromeda StrainThe Andromeda Strain · 1971
The Andromeda Strain
7.11971
MovieScience FictionThriller
When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico are found dead after the return to Earth of a space satellite, the head of the US Air Force's Project Scoop declares an emergency. A group of eminent scientists led by Dr. Jeremy Stone scrambles to a secure laboratory and tries first to isolate the life form while determining why two people from Piedmont - an old alcoholic and a six-month-old baby - survived. The scientists methodically study the alien life form, unaware that it has already mutated and presents a far greater danger in the lab, which is equipped with a nuclear self-destruct device designed to prevent the escape of dangerous biological agents.
How to Marry a MillionaireHow to Marry a Millionaire · 1953
How to Marry a Millionaire
6.91953
MovieComedyRomance
Three women set out to find eligible millionaires to marry, but find true love in the process.
The Front PageThe Front Page · 1974
The Front Page
7.31974
MovieComedy
Ruthless Chicago newspaper editor Walter Burns resorts to dubious motives in order to get top reporter Hildy Johnson to cover one more big crime story before retirement.
The Apple Dumpling GangThe Apple Dumpling Gang · 1975
The Apple Dumpling Gang
6.61975
MovieComedyFamily
A roving bachelor gets saddled with three children and a wealth of trouble when the youngsters stumble upon a huge gold nugget. They join forces with two bumbling outlaws to fend off the greedy townspeople and soon find themselves facing a surly gang of sharpshooters.
Finders KeepersFinders Keepers · 1984
Finders Keepers
5.51984
MovieComedyAdventure
On the run from the police and a female roller derby team, scam artist Michael Rangeloff steals a coffin and boards a train, pretending to be a soldier bringing home a dead war buddy. He gets more than he bargained for from the train and the coffin.
The Three Faces of EveThe Three Faces of Eve · 1957
The Three Faces of Eve
7.21957
MovieDrama
A doctor treats a woman suffering from multiple personality disorder.
Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony AwardsBroadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards · 2005
Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards
7.22005
MovieMusicDocumentary
Broadway royalty and Tony-winners Tommy Tune, Carol Channing, Robert Goulet, and Harvey Fierstein are your hosts for this third compilation of great musical performances from the archives of the Tony Award® broadcasts. Legendary stars from legendary shows strut their stuff in 23 performances that have become part of Broadway history.
Portrait of JenniePortrait of Jennie · 1948
Portrait of Jennie
7.21948
MovieDramaRomance
A mysterious girl inspires a struggling artist.

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