Philip Bourneuf

Philip Bourneuf was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, Frankenstein, and The Big Night.

Personal and Family Life

Philip Hilaire Bourneuf was born on January 7, 1908, in Somerville, Massachusetts. He was the son of Ambrose Francis Bourneuf and Josephine Comeau. He married Frances Reid on June 27, 1940, but they later divorced in October 1973. Throughout his life, Bourneuf was known for his tall stature and distinctive dark eyebrows.

Career Highlights

Bourneuf had an extensive career as a respected performer on Broadway for about thirty years, starting in 1934. He was loved for his versatility in roles, ranging from serious Shakespearean characters to lighthearted comedies. He excelled on television and appeared in numerous guest spots beginning in 1949. His work was recognized with a special award from the New York Drama Critics Circle in 1947.

Death and Legacy

Philip Bourneuf passed away on March 23, 1979, in Santa Monica, California, from natural causes. He left a significant impact on both theater and television, remembered as a consummate professional and a great storyteller. His ability to portray various roles has ensured his performances remain respected in acting circles.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Frankenstein 1973-01-16 Alphonse Frankenstein
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt 1956-09-13 Roy Thompson
The Molly Maguires 1970-02-08 Father O’Connor
The Big Night 1951-12-07 Dr. James Cooper
The Arrangement 1969-11-18 Judge Morris
The Last Child 1971-10-05 Dr. Tyler
Everything But the Truth 1956-12-01 Mayor Benjamin Parker
Pete ‘n’ Tillie 1972-12-17 Dr. Willet
Ditch and Live 1944-01-01 Major
Thunder in the East 1952-12-04 Newah Khan
Joan of Arc 1948-12-22 Jean d’Estivet, a Prosecutor
Istanbul Express 1969-03-07 Claude
Hemingway’s Adventures of a Young Man 1962-07-25 City Editor
The Return of Andrew Bentley 1961-12-11 Dr. Weatherbee
Lassie: Peace Is Our Profession 1972-01-28
A Salute to France 1944-01-02 Tommy – the British soldier
Winged Victory 1944-12-22 Col. Gibney
Chamber of Horrors 1966-10-19 Insp. Matthew Strudwick
The Andersonville Trial 1970-05-17 Board of Military Judges
The Man 1972-07-19 Chief Justice Williams
Babe 1975-10-25 Mr. Icely
Julius Caesar 1955-08-01 Brutus
Gunsmoke 1955-09-10 George Basset
Studio One 1948-11-07 Marc Antony
General Electric Theater 1953-02-01 Warren Stanfield
Hallmark Hall of Fame 1951-12-24
Alfred Hitchcock Presents 1955-10-02 Mr. Renshaw
The Big Valley 1965-09-15 Judge Adam Cross
The Detectives 1959-10-16
Robert Montgomery Presents 1950-01-30
Cain’s Hundred 1961-09-19 Gilbert Caxley
Medical Center 1969-09-24
Perry Mason 1957-09-21 Asa Culver
Pistols ‘n’ Petticoats 1966-09-17
87th Precinct 1961-09-25
The Immortal 1970-09-24
One Step Beyond 1959-01-20 Carl Mason
The Philco Television Playhouse 1948-10-03
Felony Squad 1966-09-12
Search 1972-09-13
Thriller 1960-09-13 Dr. Weatherbee
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