Michael Currie was an American actor best known for his roles in “Sudden Impact,” “The Dead Pool,” and “Halloween III: Season of the Witch.” Born as Herman Christian Schwenk Jr. on July 24, 1928, in Kingston, New York, he became a recognized character actor over his lengthy career.
Personal and Family Life
Michael Currie was the youngest of three siblings. He graduated from St. Lawrence University with a degree in psychology and later pursued theater, teaching at SUNY New Paltz. Currie met his wife, Ann Dods, on a blind date in 1960, and they got married later that year. Together, they had two children, John and Catherine.
Career Highlights
Currie acted in four films alongside Clint Eastwood and was particularly remembered for his role as Captain Donnelly in “Sudden Impact” and “The Dead Pool.” He also appeared as Rafferty in “Halloween III: Season of the Witch” and had a recurring part as Sheriff Jonas Carter in the soap opera “Dark Shadows.” His television appearances included shows like “M.A.S.H.,” “Cheers,” and “Dallas.”
Death and Legacy
Michael Currie passed away at the age of 81 on December 22, 2009, in Freeport, Maine. He left behind a body of work that showcased his talent in both film and television, making a mark as a versatile character actor. His contributions to the entertainment industry are remembered by fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Man Without a Face | 1993-08-25 | Mr. Cameron, General Store Owner |
| Sudden Impact | 1983-12-08 | Lt. Donnelly |
| The Dead Pool | 1988-07-13 | Capt. Donnelly |
| Halloween III: Season of the Witch | 1982-10-22 | Rafferty |
| Firefox | 1982-06-18 | Captain Seerbacker |
| Quarterback Princess | 1983-12-03 | Chairman |
| The Troublemaker | 1964-06-22 | Electrical Inspector |
| The Philadelphia Experiment | 1984-08-03 | Magnussen |
| Dead & Buried | 1981-05-29 | Herman |
| Deadly Intentions | 1985-05-19 | Dr. Lawrence |
| See How She Runs | 1978-02-01 | Cop Friend |
| What Are Friends For? | 1980-03-19 | Dr. Mudd |
| Distant Thunder | 1988-11-11 | Coach Swabey |
| Pray TV | 1982-02-01 | Artie Allman |
| Loving Couples | 1980-10-24 | Ken |
| Mark, I Love You | 1980-12-10 | Mr. Schmidt |
| Our Family Business | 1981-09-20 | Mr. Allingham |
| The Other Victim | 1981-11-04 | Dr. Coombs |
| Island Sons | 1987-05-15 | Jess Hamlin |
| G.I. Jane | 1997-08-19 | Commission Speaker |
| Mother and Daughter: The Loving War | 1980-01-25 | 1st Doctor |
| Bogie | 1980-03-04 | Fogelson |
| A Perfect Match | 1980-10-05 | Dr. Banks |
| Enola Gay: The Men, the Mission, the Atomic Bomb | 1980-11-23 | |
| Any Which Way You Can | 1980-12-17 | Wyoming Officer |
| Devlin | 1992-09-12 | Major |
| Mae West | 1982-05-02 | Bill Le Baron |