John Arledge

John Arledge

Deceased · Born: Mar 12, 1906 · Died: May 15, 1947

Personal Details

BornMar 12, 1906 Crockett, Texas, USA

Biography

Johnson Lundy Arledge, a talented American film and stage actor, made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry during his lifetime. Born on March 12, 1906, he would go on to have a prolific career, taking on numerous supporting roles in Hollywood movies spanning the 1930s to the 1940s.

Among his many notable performances, Arledge appeared in The Grapes of Wrath, a classic film adaptation of John Steinbeck's novel, where he played the memorable role of a tractor driver who, in a pivotal scene, destroys a house. This iconic moment has become an enduring image in cinematic history, a testament to Arledge's skill and versatility as an actor.

Throughout his career, Arledge worked alongside some of the most esteemed actors and directors of his time, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and theater. His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring characters to life on the big and small screens continue to inspire new generations of performers and fans alike.

Johnson Lundy Arledge's life and legacy serve as a reminder of the importance of his contributions to the world of entertainment, and his enduring impact on the art of acting.

Career

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1947
That's My Man
That's My Man as Thunder's owner
{"id":69822,"title":"I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now","year":"1947","character":"Clerk (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/i-wonder-whos-kissing-her-now-1947","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69822.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69822.jpg"},"released":1}
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Dark Passage
Dark Passage as Lonely Man at Bus Station (uncredited)
{"id":71806,"title":"Strange Cargo","year":"1940","character":"Dufond","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/strange-cargo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71806.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71806.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
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Ski Patrol
Ski Patrol as Dick Reynolds
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It's a Date
It's a Date as Newcomer on Ship (uncredited)
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The Fighting 69th
The Fighting 69th as Alabama Man #2 (uncredited)
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{"id":69572,"title":"Arizona","year":"1940","character":"Southern Lieutenant (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/arizona-1940","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69572.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69572.jpg"},"released":1}
Arizona
Arizona as Southern Lieutenant (uncredited)
{"id":29525,"title":"The Grapes of Wrath","year":"1940","character":"Davis","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-grapes-of-wrath","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/35n0rmt76p7g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/35n0rmt76p7g.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":72220,"title":"You Can't Cheat an Honest Man","year":"1939","character":"Phineas Whipsnade","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/you-cant-cheat-an-honest-man-1939","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72220.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72220.jpg"},"released":1}
1939
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6,000 Enemies
6,000 Enemies as Phil Donegan
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Gone with the Wind
Gone with the Wind as Dying Soldier (uncredited)
{"id":96778,"title":"Prison Nurse","year":"1938","character":"Mousie","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/prison-nurse","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96778.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96778.jpg"},"released":1}
1938
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1937
Big City
Big City as Buddy
{"id":73623,"title":"You May Be Next!","year":"1936","character":"Eddie House","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/you-may-be-next","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73623.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73623.jpg"},"released":1}
1936
You May Be Next!
You May Be Next! as Eddie House
{"id":73487,"title":"Murder on a Bridle Path","year":"1936","character":"Joey Thomas","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/murder-on-a-bridle-path","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73487.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73487.jpg"},"released":1}
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The Big Game
The Big Game as Spike Adams
{"id":83349,"title":"Old Man Rhythm","year":"1935","character":"Pinky Parker","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/old-man-rhythm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83349.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83349.jpg"},"released":1}
1935
Old Man Rhythm
Old Man Rhythm as Pinky Parker
{"id":73847,"title":"Devil Dogs of the Air","year":"1935","character":"Mac","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/devil-dogs-of-the-air","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73847.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73847.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":83300,"title":"Mary Jane's Pa","year":"1935","character":"Linc Overman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/mary-janes-pa-1935","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83300.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83300.jpg"},"released":1}
Mary Jane's Pa
Mary Jane's Pa as Linc Overman
{"id":226613,"title":"Shipmates Forever","year":"1935","character":"Johnny 'Coxswain' Lawrence","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/shipmates-forever","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226613.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226613.jpg"},"released":1}
Shipmates Forever
Shipmates Forever as Johnny 'Coxswain' Lawrence
{"id":95363,"title":"The Farmer Takes a Wife","year":"1935","character":"Man Talking About Transcontinental Railroad","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-farmer-takes-a-wife-1935","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_95363.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_95363.jpg"},"released":1}
The Farmer Takes a Wife
The Farmer Takes a Wife as Man Talking About Transcontinental Railroad
{"id":74351,"title":"Flirtation Walk","year":"1934","character":"Spike Dukowe","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/flirtation-walk","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74351.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74351.jpg"},"released":1}
1934
Flirtation Walk
Flirtation Walk as Spike Dukowe
{"id":74983,"title":"Huddle","year":"1932","character":"Pidge","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/huddle","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74983.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74983.jpg"},"released":1}
1932
Huddle
Huddle as Pidge
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After Tomorrow
After Tomorrow as Office Worker / Wedding Rehearsal Guest
{"id":74906,"title":"Hell's Highway","year":"1932","character":"Joe Carter","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/hells-highway","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74906.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74906.jpg"},"released":1}
Hell's Highway
Hell's Highway as Joe Carter
{"id":75301,"title":"Daddy Long Legs","year":"1931","character":"Jimmy McBride","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/daddy-long-legs-1931","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_75301.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_75301.jpg"},"released":1}
1931
Daddy Long Legs
Daddy Long Legs as Jimmy McBride
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1930
King of Jazz
King of Jazz as First Pianist at Giant Piano ('Rhapsody in Blue') / Quartet Member ('Nellie') (as Johnson Arledge)