John Derek

Acting

John Derek

Born August 12, 1926

Died May 22, 1998 · aged 71

John Derek (1926-1998) was an American actor, filmmaker, and photographer most famous for the women to whom he was married; namely Bo Derek, Linda Evans, Ursula Andress, and Pati Behrs.

Known For

The Ten CommandmentsThe Ten Commandments · 1956
The Ten Commandments
7.81956
MovieDramaHistory
Escaping death, a Hebrew infant is raised in a royal household to become a prince. Upon discovery of his true heritage, Moses embarks on a personal quest to reclaim his destiny as the leader and liberator of the Hebrew people.
Tarzan the Ape ManTarzan the Ape Man · 1981
Tarzan the Ape Man
4.11981
MovieActionAdventure
The Tarzan story from Jane's point of view. Jane Parker visits her father in Africa where she joins him on an expedition. A couple of brief encounters with Tarzan establish a (sexual) bond between her and Tarzan. When the expedition is captured by savages, Tarzan comes to the rescue.
All the King's MenAll the King's Men · 1949
All the King's Men
7.01949
MovieDrama
A man of humble beginnings and honest intentions rises to power by nefarious means. Along for the wild ride are an earnest reporter, a heretofore classy society girl, and a too-clever-for-her-own-good political flack.
ExodusExodus · 1960
Exodus
6.61960
MovieDramaWar
Ari Ben Canaan, a passionate member of the Jewish paramilitary group Haganah, attempts to transport 600 Jewish refugees on a dangerous voyage from Cyprus to Palestine on a ship named the Exodus. He faces obstruction from British forces, who will not grant the ship passage to its destination.
BoleroBolero · 1984
Bolero
3.51984
MovieDramaRomance
Follows the tale of a young woman’s sexual awakening and subsequent journey around the world in pursuit of her ideal lover. Encounters include an Arabian sheik and a Spanish bullfighter. Her friend and butler accompany her and help to arrange her couplings.
Sea of Lost ShipsSea of Lost Ships · 1953
Sea of Lost Ships
7.01953
MovieAction
The son of a deceased Coast Guard hero is raised by a Coast Guard NCO, who also has a son the same age. When they get older both are accepted into the Coast Guard Academy, but the hero's son winds up being thrown out, bringing disgrace to his adopted family.
Since You Went AwaySince You Went Away · 1944
Since You Went Away
6.61944
MovieDramaRomance
In 1943, several people enter, re-enter, and exit the difficult life of a Midwestern family whose patriarch has been called up to war, leaving behind his wife and two teen daughters.
Run for CoverRun for Cover · 1955
Run for Cover
6.81955
MovieWesternDrama
An ex-convict drifter and his flawed young partner are made sheriff and deputy of a Western town.

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