Born: February 27, 1899 – Died: March 26, 1960
Ian Keith was a highly regarded actor who made a significant impact on both the Broadway stage and the silver screen. With his sly look and deadpan delivery, Keith quickly established himself as a master of villainous roles. He became a fixture on Broadway during the 1920s and later expanded his career to include a string of silent movies. Notably, he portrayed John Wilkes Booth in the film "Abraham Lincoln" (1930), showcasing his undeniable talent for portraying complex characters. Ian Keith's contributions to the entertainment industry left a lasting impression, making him a true icon of his time.
Early Life and Career
Keith's acting career began in the 1920s on the Broadway stage, where he gained recognition and became a well-regarded fixture. He later transitioned to the silent film industry, appearing in a string of movies throughout the late 1920s. His breakthrough role came in the film "Abraham Lincoln" (1930), where he portrayed the infamous John Wilkes Booth. This role showcased his talent for playing complex characters and brought him further success in the industry.
Keith had a prolific career in both theater and film. He appeared in various genres, including comedies, murder mysteries, and epics. Keith's ability to portray villains was particularly notable, and his straight delivery and unique demeanor made him a sought-after actor.
Overall, Ian Keith's contributions as an actor left a lasting impression, making him a respected figure in the world of theater and film during his time in the industry. His talent and success continue to be recognized and appreciated.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Dragnet (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1955–1958 | Studio 57 (TV Series) | Dr. Fenton |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Rameses I |
| 1956 | I Spy (TV Series) | Richelieu |
| 1956 | The Star and the Story (TV Series) | Archbishop |
| 1955 | The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin (TV Series) | Roland Tarleton |
| 1955 | Duel on the Mississippi | Jacques Scarlet |
| 1955 | It Came from Beneath the Sea | Adm. Burns |
| 1955 | Edgar Allan Poe at West Point (TV Movie) | John Allan |
| 1955 | The Promise (TV Movie) | Dionysius |
| 1955 | The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse (TV Series) | Brother |
| 1954–1955 | Schlitz Playhouse (TV Series) | Fabius Maximus |
| 1955 | The Ray Milland Show (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1955 | The Talking Wire (TV Movie) | Gardiner Greene Hubbard |
| 1955 | New York Confidential | Waluska |
| 1955 | Soldiers of Fortune (TV Series) | The Rajah |
| 1955 | Prince of Players | Ghost of Hamlet's Father in 'Hamlet' |
| 1954 | Adventures of the Falcon (TV Series) | Frank Romer |
| 1954 | Captain Midnight (TV Series) | Professor Bergland |
| 1954 | Deadlock (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1954 | The Lineup (TV Series) | Joseph Finley |
| 1954 | Rocky Jones, Space Ranger (TV Series) | Nizam of Regalio |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | King Henry IV |
| 1954 | Waterfront (TV Series) | Captain Rameau |
| 1954 | Inner Sanctum (TV Series) | Judge Carleton Summers |
| 1953 | Ponds Theater (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1953 | Broadway Television Theatre (TV Series) | Dr. Frederick Steele | Father Chevillon | Judge Martin Prentice ... |
| 1953 | The Doctor (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1953 | Mister Peepers (TV Series) | Roger Van Arsdale |
| 1952 | Hallmark Hall of Fame (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1952 | Lux Video Theatre (TV Series) | Dr. Landor |
| 1952 | The Web (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1952 | Suspense (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1950 | Nash Airflyte Theatre (TV Series) | Mister Unique |
| 1950 | The Clock (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1950 | The Ford Theatre Hour (TV Series) | Inspector Hannen | Sir Peter Teazle | Lord Rintoul |
| 1949 | Colgate Theatre (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1949 | NBC Presents (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | Rochefort |
| 1947 | Forever Amber | Tybalt (uncredited) |
| 1947 | Nightmare Alley | Pete Krumbein |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy's Dilemma | Vitamin Flintheart |
| 1947 | Border Feud | Doc Peters |
| 1946 | Dick Tracy vs. Cueball | Vitamin Flintheart |
| 1946 | Mr. Hex | Mr. Raymond |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman | Lincoln Pittridge (uncredited) |
| 1946 | Singing on the Trail | Jerry Easton |
| 1946 | Valley of the Zombies | Ormand Murks |
| 1945 | Northwest Trail | Inspector McGrath |
| 1945 | Song of Old Wyoming | Lee Landow |
| 1945 | The Spanish Main | Captain Lussan |
| 1945 | Phantom of the Plains | Talbot Wilberforce Champneys - aka Fancy Charlie |
| 1945 | Identity Unknown | Major Williams |
| 1945 | Fog Island | Dr. Lake |
| 1945 | Under Western Skies | Prof. Moffett |
| 1945 | She Gets Her Man | Oliver McQuestion |
| 1944 | Bowery Champs | Ken Duncan |
| 1944 | Cowboy from Lonesome River | Matt Conway |
| 1944 | Charlie Chan in the Chinese Cat | Dr. Paul Recknik |
| 1944 | Arizona Whirlwind | Polini |
| 1944 | Casanova in Burlesque | J. Boggs-Robinson |
| 1943 | Here Comes Kelly | L. Herbert Oakley - Attorney |
| 1943 | Adventures of the Flying Cadets | Col. Lee |
| 1943 | Bordertown Gun Fighters | Cameo Shelby |
| 1943 | The Man from Thunder River | Henry Stevens |
| 1943 | Nazty Nuisance | Chief Paj Mab |
| 1943 | Five Graves to Cairo | Capt. St. Bride (uncredited) |
| 1943 | I Escaped from the Gestapo | Gerard |
| 1943 | Wild Horse Stampede | Carson |
| 1943 | Corregidor | Capt. Morris |
| 1942 | The Sundown Kid | J. Richard Spencer |
| 1942 | Keep 'Em Sailing (Short) | FBI Director Sinclair |
| 1942 | The Pay Off | Inspector Thomas |
| 1942 | Fall In | Army Doctor (uncredited) |
| 1942 | Remember Pearl Harbor | Capt. Hudson |
| 1940 | The Sea Hawk | Peralta |
| 1940 | All This, and Heaven Too | DeLangle |
| 1938 | Comet Over Broadway | Wilton Banks |
| 1938 | The Buccaneer | Sen. Crawford |
| 1936 | White Legion | Dr. Julian Murray |
| 1936 | Mary of Scotland | James Stuart - Earl of Moray |
| 1936 | The Preview Murder Mystery | E. Gordon Smith |
| 1936 | Don't Gamble with Love | John Crane |
| 1935 | The Three Musketeers | de Rochefort |
| 1935 | Hollywood Extra Girl (Short) | Crusades Actor (uncredited) |
| 1935 | The Crusades | Saladin - Sultan of Islam |
| 1934 | Dangerous Corner | Martin Chatfield |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Octavian |
| 1933 | Queen Christina | Magnus |
| 1932 | The Sign of the Cross | Tigellinus |
| 1931 | The Deceiver | Reginald Thorpe |
| 1931 | Susan Lenox (Her Fall and Rise) | Robert Lane |
| 1931 | The Phantom of Paris | Marquis Du Touchais |
| 1931 | The Sin Ship | Smiley Marsden |
| 1931 | A Tailor Made Man | Dr. Von Sonntag |
| 1930 | The Boudoir Diplomat | Baron Belmar |
| 1930 | The Big Trail | Bill Thorpe |
| 1930 | Abraham Lincoln | John Wilkes Booth |
| 1930 | Prince of Diamonds | Rupert Endon |
| 1929 | The Great Divide | Steven Ghent |
| 1929 | Light Fingers | Light Fingers |
| 1929 | Prisoners | Nicholas Cathy |
| 1929 | The Divine Lady | Honorable Charles Greville |
| 1928 | The Look Out Girl | Dean Richardson |
| 1928 | The Street of Illusion | Edwin Booth Benton |
| 1927 | A Man's Past | Dr. Fontaine |
| 1927 | Two Arabian Knights | Shevket |
| 1927 | Convoy | Smith |
| 1927 | What Every Girl Should Know | Arthur Graham |
| 1927 | The Love of Sunya | Louis Anthony |
| 1926 | The Truthful Sex | Tom Barnes |
| 1926 | The Prince of Tempters | Mario Ambrosio, later Baron Humberto Giordano |
| 1926 | The Lily | George Arnaud |
| 1926 | The Greater Glory | Pauli Birbach |
| 1925 | The Tower of Lies | Lars |
| 1925 | The Talker | Ned Hollister |
| 1925 | My Son | Felipe Vargas |
| 1925 | Enticement | Richard Valyran |
| 1924 | Love's Wilderness | Paul L'Estrange |
| 1924 | Christine of the Hungry Heart | Ivan Vianney |
| 1924 | Her Love Story | Captain Kavor |
| 1924 | Manhandled | Robert Brandt |
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