Norman Alden
Biography
Norman Alden, born Norman Adelberg on September 13, 1924, was an American character actor who entertained audiences for nearly 50 years with his diverse and memorable performances. Standing at a height of 5 feet 11 inches (1.80m), he possessed a presence that could be both commanding and warm, depending on the role.
Alden discovered his passion for acting while attending Texas Christian University, where he participated in on-campus theater productions. After serving in the United States Army during World War II, he pursued a career in acting, landing his first television appearance in 1957 on The 20th Century Fox Hour.
Throughout his career, Alden amassed an impressive filmography, appearing in dozens of television shows and films. He became known for a wide range of roles, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. Some of his most notable performances include Kranix and Arblus in The Transformers: The Movie (1986), Dr. Linstrom in I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (1977), the voice of Kay in The Sword in the Stone (1963), and guest appearances in popular shows like Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, and The Twilight Zone.
Alden continued to work steadily until his retirement in 2006. He left behind a legacy of diverse and memorable performances, proving his talent as a true character actor.
Known For
Acting
1994
asCameraman Bill
1986
asNorman
1986
asKranix (voice)
1980
asWillie Lambert
1963
asKay (voice)
1966
asMedic
1964
asJohn Screaming Eagle
1963
asFootball Player
1969
asMitch Burnett
1970
asSheriff Glenn
1960
asSam Russo
2009
asSelf
1972
asHorrible Hank Hopkins
1971
asPete Dilworth
1961
asCpl. Lester 'Merc' Davenport
1985
asLou
1961
asBarney Haines
1961
asBo Wetzel
1980
asDr. Putman
1971
asMitchell
1987
asTom Beller
1965
asPat
1967
asWarren
1967
asSergeant Schmidtmer
1980
asPete
1988
asForeman
1972
asBusinessman
1987
asCoach Elam
1965
asAndy Chadakis
1968
asGuthrie
2006
asHimself
1985
asMr. Pegem
1988
asSal Borolo
1980
asZako
1968
asHerbert Hupgrove
1974
asDoc Potter
1985
asRay Arcel
1972
asPoliceman
1989
asChief of Police
1979
asLt. Al DeNisco
1989
asBartender
1978
asMax Machon
1989
asOfficer Fondulac
1970
asMajor Truman Landon
1977
asCoach Alvin Parks
2002
asCarl Casey
1974
asCapt. Parker
1972
asKatzen
1979
asLes Hollister
1988
asCapt. Necker
1977
asMcPherson
1964
asBully at the Gym
1968
asMP Lieutenant
1969
asCarl
1982
asCoach
1969
asThe Great Gregory - Balloonist
1998
asTruck Driver
asCoach Leroy Fedders
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asDet. Bitterman
asMercer Hawthorne
asTom Strongbow
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asFred Jackson
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asHenchman #1
asCameron
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asLouis Fluellen
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asSergeant Krebs
asPurlie Loftus
asDarrel Reed
asProfessor Frank Heflin
asDan Cobbin
asPfc. Cooper
asSenator Orloff
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asJerry Walsh
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asBernie (uncredited)
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asBarry Carlton
asBlack Cloud
asBart Klapper
asMike, Missing Persons
asRyan
asBarry
asDevil
asWorth
asPvt. Buford
asMan with iron bar
asJohn Henry Whitmore
asHank
asDeke Franklin
asBerber
asAmos Potter
asTom Hart
asSgt. Hardwick
asCarlton Owens
asCharley Baker
asBernie
asArtie Dixon
asRobert Melton
asBenjamin Marsh
asDuff
asSheriff Crossman
asTravers
asMickey Stern
asRoland Eddy
asRalphie
asMarshak
asasParker
asDetective Harris
asP. J. Wilkes
asJake Barnett
asMike, Missing Persons (uncredited)
asRene
asCharley - Townsman
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asTeller
asHenry Grover
asAquaman (voice)
asFrank Fallom
asSgt. Dan Healy
asArt Eastland
asLou Griswold
asNorman
asRuss Barry
asSheriff Tim Keeler
asTimmer
Production
1972
asCrew
Directing
