Quick Facts
Born:
1918-03-11
Birthplace:
Spokane, Washington, USA
Credits:
71 Total Roles
John Maxwell
Acting
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Biography
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John Maxwell (March 11, 1918 Spokane, Washington – July 18, 1982) was an American film and television actor who appeared in over 100 films of the 1940s and 1950s. Many times the actor appeared in films uncredited. Occasionally he played larger roles in films, such as in The Prowler. He was born in Spokane, Washington. His television guest appearances included The Lone Ranger, Lassie, The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, The Rifleman and Bonanza.
Maxwell also starred as Pappy Sawyer in Disneyland's television miniseries The Nine Lives of Elfego Baca.
John Maxwell (March 11, 1918 Spokane, Washington – July 18, 1982) was an American film and television actor who appeared in over 100 films of the 1940s and 1950s. Many times the actor appeared in films uncredited. Occasionally he played larger roles in films, such as in The Prowler. He was born in Spokane, Washington. His television guest appearances included The Lone Ranger, Lassie, The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, The Rifleman and Bonanza.
Maxwell also starred as Pappy Sawyer in Disneyland's television miniseries The Nine Lives of Elfego Baca.
Known For
The War of the Worlds
Doctor (uncredited)
The Asphalt Jungle
Dr. Swanson
Johnny Guitar
Jake - Bank Clerk (uncredited)
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
Merchant at Dance (uncredited)
Adam's Rib
Court Clerk (uncredited)
Batman
Sam Fletcher
The Bigamist
Judge
The Enforcer
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Cage of Evil MOVIE | Insp. Daniel A. Melrose |
| 1959 | Johnny Ringo TV | Doc Bardell |
| 1959 | One Step Beyond TV | Conductor |
| 1958 | The Lineup MOVIE | Norm Thompson |
| 1958 | The Man Who Died Twice MOVIE | Chief Sloane |
| 1958 | Flood Tide MOVIE | John Brighton |
| 1957 | The Court of Last Resort TV | Alex Gregory |
| 1957 | The Wayward Girl MOVIE | Parole Agent |
| 1957 | Gunfight at the O.K. Corral MOVIE | Merchant at Dance (uncredited) |
| 1956 | Showdown at Abilene MOVIE | Frank Scovie |