Robert Cornthwaite was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Thing from Another World, What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?, and Futureworld. He had a long and varied career in theater, film, and television.
Personal and Family Life
Robert Cornthwaite was born on April 28, 1917, in St. Helens, Oregon. He found his passion for acting at the age of 13 and pursued his education in dramatic arts, eventually earning a degree from the University of Southern California. During World War II, he served as an intelligence officer in the Army Air Force.
Career
Throughout his career, Cornthwaite worked extensively in theater, film, and television. He preferred theater for its creative freedom, stating that actors were less important in film compared to other creative staff. His notable film role as Dr. Carrington in The Thing from Another World earned him a place in the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 1993.
Death and Legacy
Robert Cornthwaite passed away on July 20, 2006, in Woodland Hills, California, from natural causes at the age of 89. He left behind a legacy as a talented character actor and theater performer, known for his versatility across various genres.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? | 1962-10-31 | Dr. Shelby |
| Futureworld | 1976-08-13 | Mr. Reed |
| The Thing from Another World | 1951-04-05 | Dr. Arthur Carrington |
| Monkey Business | 1952-09-03 | Dr. Zoldeck |
| Ten Seconds to Hell | 1959-06-16 | Franz Loeffler |
| Matinee | 1993-01-29 | Dr. Flankon |
| The Naked Monster | 2005-04-22 | Dr. Carrington |
| Day of the Outlaw | 1959-07-01 | Tommy Preston |
| The Ghost & Mr. Chicken | 1966-01-20 | Springer |
| The Peace Killers | 1971-09-29 | Ben |
| The Devil’s Daughter | 1973-01-09 | Pastor Dixon |
| The Purple Mask | 1955-06-15 | Napoleon Bonaparte |
| Waterhole #3 | 1967-10-10 | George – Hotel Clerk |
| Killer by Night | 1972-01-07 | Dr. Bradville |
| Doctor Detroit | 1983-05-06 | Professor Blount |
| Two on a Bench | 1971-11-02 | Mr. Hayes |
| The Six Million Dollar Man | 1973-03-07 | Dr. Ashburn |
| Dead Man’s Revenge | 1994-04-15 | Storekeeper |
| The War of the Worlds | 1953-08-13 | Dr. Pryor |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 |