Theodore Newton was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Sphinx, The World Changes, and Jalna. He had a long career in both film and theater, becoming a familiar face in the industry.
Personal and Family Life
Theodore Newton was born on August 4, 1904, in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He was married twice; first to Alexandrina “Drina” Hill from 1936 until their divorce in 1944, and then to Emily Lawrence from 1949 until his death in 1963. He had two children from his first marriage. Tragically, his second son, Christopher, passed away at just six months old in 1940.
Death and Legacy
Newton passed away on February 28, 1963, in Hollywood, California, due to cancer. He is remembered for his contributions to both Broadway and film, with a career that spanned several decades. His work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Proud and Profane | 1956-06-13 | Bob Kilpatrick |
| Friendly Persuasion | 1956-11-25 | Major Harvey |
| The Come On | 1956-04-16 | Detective Capt. Getz |
| The Sphinx | 1933-06-01 | Jack Burton |
| The Working Man | 1933-04-20 | Tommy Hartland |
| The Hidden Eye | 1945-08-31 | Gibbs – Chauffeur |
| Ace of Aces | 1933-10-20 | Foster ‘Froggy’ Kelley |
| From Headquarters | 1933-11-16 | Jack Winton |
| Voltaire | 1933-08-05 | François |
| The World Changes | 1933-11-25 | Paul Nordholm |
| Two Years Before the Mast | 1946-11-22 | Hayes |
| Upperworld | 1934-04-28 | Rocklen |
| Heat Lightning | 1934-03-01 | Steve Laird |
| Let’s Try Again | 1934-07-06 | Paul Milburn |
| Blind Date | 1934-07-20 | Tom |
| Jalna | 1935-08-09 | Piers Whiteoaks |
| A Modern Hero | 1934-04-21 | Elmer Croy |
| Somebody Up There Likes Me | 1956-07-04 | Edward Eagan |
| From This Day Forward | 1946-03-02 | Mr. Brewer |
| Miss Susie Slagle’s | 1946-03-04 | Dr. Boyd |
| Locked Alone | 2018-09-18 | Ethan |
| The Story on Page One | 1959-12-01 | Dr. Kemper (uncredited) |
| Patterns | 1955-01-12 | Mr. Gordon |
| Gambling | 1934-11-09 | Ray Braddock |
| Now I’ll Tell | 1934-06-07 | Joe |
| M Squad | 1957-09-20 | Tom Booth |
| Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer | 1958-01-07 | Doc Karnes |
| Wagon Train | 1957-09-18 | Buzz |
| Studio One | 1948-11-07 | Sgt. Wally Shane |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Mr. Nash |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Lt. Shea |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Dr. Allen |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Sam Kern |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Physician |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Dr. Cooper |