John F. Hamilton was an American actor who is best known for his roles in On the Waterfront, The Undercover Man, and Allegheny Uprising.
Personal and Family Life
John F. Hamilton was born on November 7, 1893, in New York City. He began his acting career in the early 1920s and was recognized for portraying rustic characters often in Western films. He was primarily credited as John F. Hamilton to avoid confusion with other actors sharing similar names.
Career
Hamilton’s film career spanned several decades, and he often played loutish or rugged roles. His most notable film came in 1954 with On the Waterfront, where he portrayed ‘Pop’ Doyle. Despite primarily appearing in Westerns and adventure films, his versatility allowed him to take on various character types throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
John F. Hamilton passed away on July 11, 1967, in Paramus, New Jersey. He left behind a legacy as a recognizable character actor from the early to mid-20th century. His performances, especially in Westerns, continue to be remembered by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| On the Waterfront | 1954-06-22 | ‘Pop’ Doyle |
| The Undercover Man | 1949-03-21 | Police Desk Sergeant Shannon |
| Allegheny Uprising | 1939-11-10 | Professor |
| The Saint’s Double Trouble | 1940-01-26 | Limpy |
| Shantytown | 1943-04-20 | Mr. Gorty |
| Shadow of Egypt | 1924-11-01 | Apollo |
| Men of Texas | 1942-07-03 | Dwight Douglass (as J. Frank Hamilton) |
| Gold Rush Maisie | 1940-07-26 | Bert Davis |
| Spy Train | 1943-07-09 | Senior Conductor (uncredited) |
| The Amazing Mrs. Holliday | 1943-02-19 | |
| Headin’ for God’s Country | 1943-08-26 | Hilary Higgins |
| The Mountain Eagle | 1926-11-01 | Edward Pettigrew |
| The Masked Menace | 1927-10-12 | The Half-Wit named Job |