Sam Gilman was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Star Trek,” “Shane,” and “The Untouchables.”
Personal and Family Life
Sam Gilman was born on February 5, 1915, in Lynn, Massachusetts. He was married to Lisabeth Hush from January 26, 1962, until his death, and they had one adopted son named Michael G. Gilman. Before pursuing acting, Sam graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in Fine Art and a minor in Theater. He served in World War II as an army staff sergeant, where he gained valuable life experiences.
Career Highlights
Before becoming an actor, Sam worked in the comic book industry during the Golden Age of Comics, illustrating for Marvel Comics’ first issue. After returning from the war, he began his acting career in New York theater and became close friends with Marlon Brando and Wally Cox. Sam moved to Hollywood at Marlon’s encouragement and started to build an impressive filmography in films and television, becoming known for his serious demeanor on screen.
Death and Legacy
Sam Gilman passed away on December 3, 1985, in North Hollywood, California. He left behind a rich legacy as a dedicated actor with extensive credits in film and television, and he is remembered for his significant contributions to the industry. His friendships with iconic actors like Marlon Brando marked his life both personally and professionally.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| PT 109 | 1963-06-26 | Raymond Starkey |
| Sometimes a Great Notion | 1971-12-17 | John |
| Blood Sabbath | 1972-01-01 | Lonzo |
| The Shadow on the Window | 1957-03-06 | Sgt. Paul Denke |
| One-Eyed Jacks | 1961-03-30 | Harvey Johnson |
| ‘Gator Bait | 1974-10-12 | TJ Bracken |
| Somebody Up There Likes Me | 1956-07-04 | Detective Arresting Rocky (uncredited) |
| The Last Hard Men | 1976-04-22 | Dutch Vestal |
| Wild Rovers | 1971-06-23 | Hansen |
| The Missouri Breaks | 1976-05-19 | Hank Rate |
| The Morning After | 1974-02-13 | Fisherman |
| Every Which Way but Loose | 1978-12-16 | Fat Man’s Friend |
| The Final Comedown | 1972-05-31 | |
| Macon County Line | 1974-08-08 | Deputy Bill |
| National Lampoon’s Movie Madness | 1982-04-23 | Sergeant (“Municipalians”) |
| The Heart is a Rebel | 1958-01-01 | Greg Johnson |
| Away All Boats | 1956-08-16 | |
| The Tribe | 1974-12-11 | Rouse |
| The Wild One | 1953-12-30 | Deputy |
| The Murder Men | 1961-01-01 | |
| No Time at All | 1958-02-13 | Night Desk Editor |
| The Young Lions | 1958-04-02 | Pvt. Faber (uncredited) |
| The Alfred Hitchcock Hour | 1962-09-20 | Lieutenant Shapiro |
| The Fugitive | 1963-09-17 | Captain Mulvaney |
| Shane | 1966-09-10 | Sam Grafton |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Fire Captain |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Policeman |
| Have Gun, Will Travel | 1957-09-14 | Laird (uncredited) |
| Surfside 6 | 1960-10-06 | Dan Norwin |
| The Untouchables | 1959-10-15 | Deputy Parker |
| The Untouchables | 1959-10-15 | Detective Barney Kyle |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Charlie |
| Dragnet | 1951-12-16 | |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | The Squad Car Officer |
| Thriller | 1960-09-13 | Police Lieutenant |
| Star Trek | 1966-09-08 | Doc Holliday |
| Kojak | 1973-10-24 | Howard Blaine |
| Playhouse 90 | 1956-10-04 | Night Desk editor |