Joseph Sweeney

Joseph Sweeney

Deceased · Born: Jul 26, 1884 · Died: Nov 25, 1963

Personal Details

BornJul 26, 1884 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Parents
  • Joseph Sweeney
  • Annie Sweeney

Biography

Joseph Sweeney, a renowned American actor, left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, gracing the stages, television screens, and silver screens with his impressive performances. Born on July 26, 1884, or possibly 1882, depending on the source, Sweeney's remarkable career spanned numerous decades, showcasing his versatility and talent.

One of his most iconic and enduring roles was that of the wise and elderly Juror #9 in the 1957 film "12 Angry Men". This esteemed performance was not an original creation, but rather a reprisal of his role in the 1954 Westinghouse Studio One live teleplay, which served as the foundation for the film adaptation.

Career

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1957
12 Angry Men
12 Angry Men as Juror 9
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1956
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1955
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1954
Studio One
Studio One as Juror #9
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1952
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1950
Outside the Wall
Outside the Wall as Prison Hospital Inmate (uncredited)
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1940
The Philadelphia Story
The Philadelphia Story as Butler (uncredited)