Roman Bohnen

Roman Bohnen

1901-11-24 – 1949-02-24 (age 47) Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
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Biography

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.

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Known For

The Best Years of Our Lives
Brute Force
Brute Force

1947

as Warden A.J. Barnes

Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc

1948

as Durand Laxart, Joan's Uncle

The Song of Bernadette
The Song of Bernadette

1943

as François Soubirous

The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
Two Years Before the Mast
The Hoodlum Saint
The Hoodlum Saint

1946

as Father O'Doul

California
California

1947

as Col. Stuart

The Hard Way
The Hard Way

1943

as Sam Chernen (Uncredited)

Of Mice and Men
Of Mice and Men

1939

as Candy

The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine
Arch of Triumph
Arch of Triumph

1948

as Dr. Veber

A Bell for Adano
A Bell for Adano

1945

as Carl Erba - Cart Man

Vogues of 1938
Vogues of 1938

1937

as Morgan's Lawyer

Night Has a Thousand Eyes
Night Has a Thousand Eyes

1948

as Special Prosecutor Melville Weston

Mission to Moscow
Mission to Moscow

1943

as Mr. Krestinsky

So Ends Our Night
So Ends Our Night

1941

as Mr. Kern

Edge of Darkness
Edge of Darkness

1943

as Lars Malken

The Hitler Gang
The Hitler Gang

1944

as Captain Ernst Röhm

Mr. Soft Touch
Mr. Soft Touch

1949

as Barney Teener