Gig Young

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

20.332

Gender

Male

Birthday

04-Nov-1913

Age

(112 years old)

Place of Birth

Saint Cloud, Minnesota, USA

Also Known As
  • Byron Elsworth Barr
  • Byron Barr
  • Bryant Fleming
  • Gig
  • Ronald Reed
  • Гиг Янг

Gig Young

Biography

Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), before winning for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969). Description above from the Wikipedia article Gig Young, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.


Credits

Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage (1983) Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Out-takes (mostly from Warner Bros.), promotional shorts, movie premieres, public service pleas, wardrobe tests, documentary material, and archival footage make up this star-studded voyeuristic look at the Golden age of Hollywood during the 30s, 40, and 50.
The Turning Point of Jim Malloy The Turning Point of Jim Malloy (1975) Character: Ray Whitehead
The son of a small-town doctor returns to his hometown after being kicked out of Yale, and begins a new career on the town's newspaper.
Companions in Nightmare Companions in Nightmare (1968) Character: Eric Nicholson
One of the patients in a group-therapy session conducted by a famous psychiatrist is a murderer.
The Great Ice Rip-Off The Great Ice Rip-Off (1974) Character: Harkey Rollins
A retired cop goes up against a slick jewel thief and his gang, who have pulled a diamond heist and are trying to smuggle the diamonds cross-country.
The Spiral Staircase The Spiral Staircase (1961) Character: Stephen Warren
Based on the screenplay by Mel Dinelli, this story revolves around Helen Warren, a beautiful mute girl, who becomes the target of a mysterious killer who preys on young handicapped women.
The Neon Ceiling The Neon Ceiling (1971) Character: Jones
A housewife and her teenage daughter, fleeing their boring lives, stop in a diner in the California desert. She runs up against the diner's owner, a gruff, beer-drinking artist whose life's work is the neon sculptures he collects and attaches to the ceiling.
The Hindenburg The Hindenburg (1975) Character: Edward Douglas
Colonel Franz Ritter, a former hero pilot now working for military intelligence, is assigned to the great Hindenburg airship as its chief of security. As he races against the clock to uncover a possible saboteur aboard the doomed zeppelin he finds that any of the passengers and crew could be the culprit.
Misbehaving Husbands Misbehaving Husbands (1940) Character: Floor Walker (as Byron Barr)
Marital comedy in which a department store mannequin is mistaken for "the other woman".
The Woman in White The Woman in White (1948) Character: Walter Hartright
A young painter stumbles upon an assortment of odd characters at an English estate where he has been hired to give art lessons to beautiful Laura Fairlie. Among them are Anne Catherick, a strange young woman dressed in white whom he meets in the forest and who bears a striking resemblance to Laura; cunning Count Fosco, who hopes to obtain an inheritance for nobleman Sir Percival Glyde, whom he plans to have Laura marry; Mr. Fairlie, a hypochondriac who can't stand to have anyone make the slightest noise; and eccentric Countess Fosco who has her own dark secret. The artist also finds himself drawn to Marion Halcomb, a distant relation to Laura for whom the Count also has plans.
Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia (1974) Character: Quill
An American bartender and his prostitute girlfriend go on a road trip through the Mexican underworld to collect a $1 million bounty on the head of a dead gigolo.
The Desperate Hours The Desperate Hours (1955) Character: Chuck Wright
Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.
Dive Bomber Dive Bomber (1941) Character: Abbott - Guinea Pig 2 Experiment 32 (uncredited)
A military surgeon teams with a ranking navy flyer to develop a high-altitude suit which will protect pilots from blacking out when they go into a steep dive.
Wake of the Red Witch Wake of the Red Witch (1948) Character: Samuel 'Sam' Rosen
Captain Ralls fights Dutch shipping magnate Mayrant Sidneye for the woman he loves, Angelique Desaix, and for a fortune in gold aboard the Red Witch.
The Tunnel of Love The Tunnel of Love (1958) Character: Dick Pepper
A series of misunderstandings leaves a married man believing he has impregnated the owner of an adoption agency, and that she will be his and his wife's surrogate.
Air Force Air Force (1943) Character: Co-Pilot
The crew of an Air Force bomber arrives in Pearl Harbor in the aftermath of the Japanese attack and is sent on to Manila to help with the defense of the Philippines.
They Shoot Horses, Don't They? They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969) Character: Rocky Gravo
In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.
The Male Animal The Male Animal (1942) Character: Student (uncredited)
The trustees of Midwestern University have forced three teachers out of their jobs for being suspected communists. Trustee Ed Keller has also threatened mild mannered English Professor Tommy Turner, because he plans to read a controversial piece of prose in class. Tommy is upset that his wife Ellen also suggested he not read the passage. Meanwhile, Ellen's old boyfriend, the football player Joe Ferguson, comes to visit for the homecoming weekend. He takes Ellen out dancing after the football rally, causing Tommy to worry that he will lose her to Joe.
The Girl Who Had Everything The Girl Who Had Everything (1953) Character: Vance Court
Attorney's daughter falls for one of his gangster clients.
They Died with Their Boots On They Died with Their Boots On (1941) Character: Lt. Roberts (uncredited)
The story follows General George Armstrong Custer's adventures from his West Point days to his death. He defies orders during the Civil War, trains the 7th Cavalry, appeases Chief Crazy Horse and later engages in bloody battle with the Sioux nation.
The Killer Elite The Killer Elite (1975) Character: Lawrence Weyburn
Mike Locken is one of the principal members of a group of freelance spies. A significant portion of their work is for the CIA, and while on a case for them one of his friends turns on him and shoots him in the elbow and knee. His assignment, to protect someone, goes down in flames. He is nearly crippled, but with braces is able to again become mobile. For revenge as much as anything else, Mike goes after his ex-friend.
The Tanks Are Coming The Tanks Are Coming (1941) Character: Jim Allen
Educational short about the status of battle tanks and tank training in the U.S. Army in pre-War 1941, featuring a comical Army trainee from the Bronx.
Sam Peckinpah's West: Legacy of a Hollywood Renegade Sam Peckinpah's West: Legacy of a Hollywood Renegade (2004) Character: Self (archive footage)
An account of the life and work of American film director Sam Peckinpah (1925-84), a tortured artist whose genius and inner demons changed the Western genre forever.
That Touch of Mink That Touch of Mink (1962) Character: Roger
Cathy Timberlake is en route to a job interview when a car transporting businessman Philip Shayne covers her in mud. He sends his assistant, Roger, to apologize, but upon meeting Cathy, Roger knows that she would be a suitable match for his boss. Despite their mutual attraction, Cathy and Philip want different things. Philip wants a fling, while Cathy wants a marriage. As they travel to exotic locales, their differing motivations are put to the test.
One Foot in Heaven One Foot in Heaven (1941) Character: First Groom Asking for Dog Licence (uncredited)
Episodic look at the life of a minister and his family as they move from one parish to another.
Escape Me Never Escape Me Never (1947) Character: Caryl Dubrok
A penniless composer marries a young widow with a baby—even though he is in love with his brother's fiancée.
Invisible Diplomats Invisible Diplomats (1965) Character: Brad
The film revolves around the daily operations at a business switchboard, highlighting the interactions between Connie, Kelly, and their colleagues. Connie is excited about her boyfriend Brad's success in securing a significant deal, while Kelly shares her frustrations about the inefficiencies at the switchboard. The dialogue illustrates the importance of communication and professionalism in business, emphasizing how switchboard operators, though often unseen, play a crucial role in maintaining a positive company image and facilitating important calls. The narrative concludes with Connie preparing for a date with Brad, reflecting on the significance of their work.
Slaughter Trail Slaughter Trail (1951) Character: Ike Vaughn aka Murray
Three outlaws rob the stage and then flee. When their horses give out they murder some Indians to get fresh ones. But this puts the Indians on the war path and they have to take refuge in an Army fort to avoid them. The Indians then arrive offering peace if the three men are turned over to them. The fort's commanding Officer wants peace but the rules say the men must be tried in a white man's court leaving the Indians no choice but to attack.
Only the Valiant Only the Valiant (1951) Character: Lt. William Holloway
Only the Valiant, a classic western adventure, based on a novel by Charles Marquis Warren, the film tells the story of a Cavalry officer who volunteers for a suicidal mission to fight the hostile Apaches in an effort to prove his loyalty to his men and the woman he loves.
Old Acquaintance Old Acquaintance (1943) Character: Rudd Kendall
Two writers, friends since childhood, fight over their books and lives.
The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration (2019) Character: Martin Sloan (archive footage)
Six episodes of the original series, restored and on the big screen for the first time, and a special retrospective documentary encompass this Fathom Event.
A Ticklish Affair A Ticklish Affair (1963) Character: Key Weedon
A young widow Amy Martin with three young boys is investigated by the Navy after one of her children inadvertently sends out a distress signal in Morse code by the blinds on his upstairs bedroom window. Commander Weedon and crew observe the signal from their ship and investigates. He falls for the young mother and proposes marriage. However, she is reluctant to have her family live out of a suitcase and initially declines. Gramps tries to bring her on board to sail the sea of love with the commander.
Hunt the Man Down Hunt the Man Down (1950) Character: Paul Bennett
A lawyer uncovers secrets behind a 12-year-old murder case.
Holiday for Sinners Holiday for Sinners (1952) Character: Jason Kent
Three old friends reunite during Mardi Gras and try to forget their problems.
Ask Any Girl Ask Any Girl (1959) Character: Evan Doughton
Meg is a young wide-eyed girl who is endures many calamities in her search for a husband in modern-day New York. After losing her suitcase at Penn Station, being kicked out by her roommate, and changing bosses because her boss made a pass at her, she finds herself looking for work at a Manhattan motivational research agency run by punctilious Miles Doughton and his playboy brother, Evan.
Sergeant York Sergeant York (1941) Character: Marching Soldier (uncredited)
Alvin York a hillbilly sharpshooter transforms himself from ruffian to religious pacifist. He is then called to serve his country and despite deep religious and moral objections to fighting becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI.
The Mad Martindales The Mad Martindales (1942) Character: Peter Varney (as Byron Barr)
A girl tries to pay the mortgage on a Nob Hill home and gets involved in selling her father's art treasures.
Target Unknown Target Unknown (1951) Character: Capt. Reiner
World War II drama about members of an American bomber squadron who are captured and held prisoners by the German army.
Too Young to Kiss Too Young to Kiss (1951) Character: John Tirsen
Eric Wainwright, a busy impresario, is besieged by hordes of wannabe concert stars, eager for their big break. One of them is Cynthia Potter, a talented pianist... but she can't get in to see him. When she learns that Wainwright is auditioning young musicians for a children's concert tour, Cynthia dons braces and bobby sox and passes herself off as a child prodigy.
Lust for Gold Lust for Gold (1949) Character: Pete Thomas
A man determined to track down the fabled Arizona gold mine known as The Lost Dutchman has an affair with a married treasure hunter, whose pursuit of the mine has lead her to double-cross her husband.
Torch Song Torch Song (1953) Character: Cliff Willard
Jenny Stewart is a tough Broadway musical star who doesn't take criticism from anyone. Yet there is one individual, Tye Graham, a blind pianist who may be able to break through her tough exterior.
Un fiocco nero per Deborah Un fiocco nero per Deborah (1974) Character: Ofenbauer
A young woman with psychic powers is obsessed with having a child. Even though she is unable to conceive, her desire to do so creates a supernatural force determined to fulfill her wishes
Spectre Spectre (1977) Character: Dr. Ham Hamilton
An occult criminologist investigates a businessman who dabbles in the black arts while trying to survive against a powerful demon and an evil cult.
Young at Heart Young at Heart (1954) Character: Alex Burke
The lives and romances of three sisters in a musical family; the youngest daughter's life is complicated by the subsequent arrival of a charming composer and a cynical music arranger.
Kid Galahad Kid Galahad (1962) Character: Willy Grogan
After completing his military service, Walter Gulick takes a job as a sparring partner at a gym, the owner of which sees potential in Walter as a professional fighter—and takes him under his wing.
You for Me You for Me (1952) Character: Dr. Jeff Chadwick
A good-hearted nurse gets mixed up with a millionaire who could help her hospital.
Lovers and Other Strangers Lovers and Other Strangers (1970) Character: Hal Henderson
Mike Vecchio and Susan Henderson are preparing for their upcoming wedding. However, they seem to be the only two people at the wedding that are happy. Mike's brother Richie and his wife Joan are going through a divorce, which is upsetting his overly devout Catholic mother Beatrice. Also, Susan's father is carrying on an affair and her sex starved older sister Wilma is going through her troubles with her husband Johnny. All this is going on while Mike's best friend Jerry is trying to bed the maid of honor, Susan's cousin Brenda.
Strange Bedfellows Strange Bedfellows (1965) Character: Richard Bramwell
After a hasty wedding, Carter and Toni find that they disagree on everything. They separate and seven years later, on the eve before their divorce, meet again and spend the night together. Reality sets in when morning comes and they begin arguing again. Once again, divorce proceedings are on — until Carter finds out that an important promotion hinges on whether he's married.
The James Dean Story The James Dean Story (1957) Character: Self
Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City cabdriver friend, the owner of his favorite Los Angeles restaurant, outtakes from East of Eden, footage of the opening night of Giant, and Dean's ironic PSA for safe driving.
The Three Musketeers The Three Musketeers (1948) Character: Porthos
Athletic adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic adventure about the king's musketeers and their mission to protect France.
Breakdowns of 1942 Breakdowns of 1942 (1942) Character: Self
Flubs and bloopers that occurred on the set of some of the major Warner Bros. pictures of 1942.
City That Never Sleeps City That Never Sleeps (1953) Character: Johnny Kelly
Chicago cop Johnny Kelly, dissatisfied with his job and marriage, would like to run away with his stripper girlfriend Angel Face, but keeps getting cold feet. During one crowded night, Angel Face decides she's had enough vacillation, and crooked lawyer Biddel has an illegal mission for Johnny that could put him in a financial position to act. But other, conflicting schemes are also in progress...
Le Couteau dans la plaie Le Couteau dans la plaie (1962) Character: David Barnes
Immediately after Lisa declares that she is leaving her immature, abusive, but easy-going husband Robert, he is reported dead in a plane crash. Secretly still alive, he convinces her to collect his life insurance, although she knows that it's a bad idea. Lisa must contend with the complications of the scheme, which involve an aggressive suitor, Robert's jealousy, and her own guilt.
You're in the Army Now You're in the Army Now (1941) Character: Soldier
Incompetent door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesmen become enlisted without their knowledge.
Sherlock Holmes in New York Sherlock Holmes in New York (1976) Character: Mortimer McGrew
An affectionate bow to the master sleuth in this lavishly produced original that has Holmes rushing to New York City after discovering that his old nemesis, Moriarty, has kidnapped the son of the detective's long-time love, actress Irene Adler.
Arena Arena (1953) Character: Hob Danvers
Left by his wife, a vain rodeo star picks up a floozy and rides a bad Brahman bull.
死亡遊戲 死亡遊戲 (1978) Character: Jim Marshall
A martial arts movie star must fake his death to find the people who are trying to kill him.
Teacher's Pet Teacher's Pet (1958) Character: Dr. Hugo Pine
A rugged city editor poses as a journalism student and flirts with the professor.
The Gay Sisters The Gay Sisters (1942) Character: Gig Young
The eldest of three sisters protects their Fifth Avenue mansion from a developer she once married.
Bruce Lee: The Legend Bruce Lee: The Legend (1984) Character: Self
The Official Golden Harvest tribute to the Master of the Martial Arts Film, Bruce Lee.
The Story on Page One The Story on Page One (1959) Character: Larry Ellis
An adulterous couple is accused of murder after the woman's husband is shot and killed during a scuffle. A high-profile court case tells the story.
For Love or Money For Love or Money (1963) Character: Sonny Smith
Wealthy Chloe Brasher has three beautiful daughters; Bonnie, Kate, and Jan. Chloe pays attorney Deke Gentry to fix them up with three suitable husbands.
The Shuttered Room The Shuttered Room (1967) Character: Mike Kelton
In a small island off the American coast, the Whateleys live in an old mill where a mysterious bloody being creates an atmosphere of horror. After her parents get killed by lightning, young Susannah is sent to New York by her aunt Agatha, who wants her to avoid the family curse. Years later Susannah, now married, persuades her husband to spend a holiday in the abandoned mill. Once on the island, Susannah and Mike soon find themselves exposed to the hostility of a gang of thugs led by Ethan, Susannah's brutal cousin.
Tell It to the Judge Tell It to the Judge (1949) Character: Alexander Darvac
Marsha Meredith, an attorney-at-law, is nominated for a federal judgeship, but her nomination is opposed by a 'Good-Government' group that thinks her divorce makes her unfit for the job. This evolves into situations, happening in Florida, New England, Washington D.C., and the Adirondacks, such as the misunderstood husband trying to win back his wife, and the misunderstood wife trying to make her husband jealous, and one case of mistaken identity after another, after another.
Desk Set Desk Set (1957) Character: Mike Cutler
A computer expert tries to prove his electronic brain can replace a television network's research staff.
Come Fill the Cup Come Fill the Cup (1951) Character: Boyd Copeland
Alcoholic newspaperman Lew Marsh hits bottom, loses his job and is rehabilitated by Charley Dolan. After six years on the wagon he gets his job back and devotes himself to other recovering alcoholics.
Rear Window Rear Window (1954) Character: Jeff's Editor (voice) (uncredited)
A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.



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