Quick Facts
Born:
1910-08-18
Birthplace:
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Credits:
79 Total Roles
Emile Meyer
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Biography
Emile Meyer (August 18, 1910 – March 19, 1987) was an American actor (born in New Orleans) usually known for tough, aggressive, authoritative characters in Hollywood films from the 1950s era, mostly in westerns or thrillers. He provided such noteworthy performances as Ryker in Shane (1953), as Father Dupree in Paths of Glory (1957) and the corrupt cop in Sweet Smell of Success (1957). He appeared in an episode of the 1961 series The Asphalt Jungle.
He also appeared on television, including a guest spot on John Payne's The Restless Gun and as a truculently stubborn juror opposite James Garner in the 1957 Maverick episode "Rope of Cards." His guest appearance on the "Restless Gun" episode "Man and Boy" in 1957 included filming on the Iverson Movie Ranch in Chatsworth, Calif. His final film role was in The Legend of Frank Woods (1977).
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He also appeared on television, including a guest spot on John Payne's The Restless Gun and as a truculently stubborn juror opposite James Garner in the 1957 Maverick episode "Rope of Cards." His guest appearance on the "Restless Gun" episode "Man and Boy" in 1957 included filming on the Iverson Movie Ranch in Chatsworth, Calif. His final film role was in The Legend of Frank Woods (1977).
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Known For
Paths of Glory
Father Dupree
Shane
Rufus Ryker
Sweet Smell of Success
Lt. Harry Kello
The Man with the Golden Arm
Detective Bednar
Panic in the Streets
Capt. Beauclyde - Master of Nile Queen (uncredited)
Blackboard Jungle
Mr. Halloran
Perry Mason
Patrolman Joe
Perry Mason
Ed Talbert
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1977 | The Legend of Frank Woods MOVIE | Sheriff Dooley |
| 1974 | Macon County Line MOVIE | Gurney |
| 1973 | The Blue Knight MOVIE | Harry Debbs |
| 1973 | The Blue Knight TV | Harry Debbs |
| 1973 | The Outfit MOVIE | Amos Hopper |
| 1967 | A Time for Killing MOVIE | Self |
| 1967 | A Time for Killing MOVIE | Col. Harries |
| 1967 | Hostile Guns MOVIE | Uncle Joe Reno |
| 1965 | The F.B.I. TV | Self |
| 1965 | The Legend of Jesse James TV | Cap Walters |