Acting
Roman Bohnen
EN cinema · 37 credits
Born
24 November 1901
Died
24 February 1949 (aged 47)
Birthplace
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Also known as Roman Aloys Bohnen · Bud Bohnen
Roman Bohnen, born November 24, 1901, was a distinguished American character actor renowned for his versatility and powerful performances. His career spanned both stage and screen, earning acclaim for his roles in Broadway productions like "The Ladder" and "Johnny Johnson." Bohnen's impactful presence extended to film, notably in classics such as "Of Mice and Men," where his portrayal of the compassionate George earned critical praise. His depth and ability to embody multifaceted characters made him a respected figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Bohnen's legacy persists through his indelible contributions to the entertainment industry, showcasing an enduring talent that continues to influence actors and audiences alike.
Known for
Filmography
Kazan
as Maitlin
Mr. Soft Touch
as Barney Teener
Night Has a Thousand Eyes
as Special Prosecutor Melville Weston
Arch of Triumph
as Dr. Veber
Joan of Arc
as Durand Laxart, Joan's Uncle
Open Secret
as Roy Locke
Brute Force
as Warden A.J. Barnes
For You I Die
as Smitty
California
as Col. Stuart
Song of Love
as Dr. Hoffman
The Best Years of Our Lives
as Pat Derry
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
as Mr. O'Neil
The Hoodlum Saint
as Father O'Doul
Winter Wonderland
as Timothy Wheeler
Two Years Before the Mast
as Macklin
Deadline at Dawn
as Frantic Man with Injured Cat
Miss Susie Slagle's
as Dean Wingate
Counter-Attack
as Kostyuk
A Bell for Adano
as Carl Erba
The Hairy Ape
as Paddy
The Hitler Gang
as Captain Ernst Röhm
None But the Lonely Heart
as Dad Pettyjohn
The Song of Bernadette
as François Soubirous
The Hard Way
as Sam Chernen (Uncredited)
Edge of Darkness
as Lars Malken
Mission to Moscow
as Mr. Krestinsky
Grand Central Murder
as Ramon
The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine
as Tom Forbes
The Bugle Sounds
as Mr. Leech
Young America
as Mr. Barnes
The Tell-Tale Heart
as Old Man
Appointment for Love
as Dr. Gunther
They Dare Not Love
as Baron Shafter
So Ends Our Night
as Mr. Kern
Ghost Treasure
as Pete Wilkins (uncredited)
Of Mice and Men
as Candy
Walter Wanger's Vogues of 1938
as Morgan's Lawyer