Robert F. Simon

Born: 1908-12-02

Birthplace: Mansfield, Ohio, USA

Biography

Robert F. Simon (December 2, 1908 – November 29, 1992) was an American character actor, often portraying military or authority figure roles. Though his face was recognized by audiences, he was mostly unknown by name. A life member of The Actors Studio,[2]Simon appeared in films and on television between 1950 and 1985, having mastered the genre of westerns, drama, and comedy.

Known For

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Operation Petticoat
The Silencers
The Buccaneer
Spider-Man Strikes Back
Where the Sidewalk Ends
Compulsion
Captain Newman, M.D.
Gunman's Walk
Bigger Than Life

Top Movie Credits

Operation Petticoat Captain J.B. Henderson
The Silencers Big O associate (uncredited)
The Buccaneer Capt. Brown
Spider-Man Strikes Back J. Jonah Jameson
Where the Sidewalk Ends Insp. Nicholas Foley (uncredited)
Compulsion Police Lt. Johnson
Captain Newman, M.D. Lt. Col. M.B. Larrabee
Gunman's Walk Sheriff Harry Brill