Douglas Spencer

Douglas Spencer

Acting 1910-02-10 Princeton, Illinois, USA

Douglas Spencer (born July 4, 1910 – March 5, 1960) was an American actor, best known for his roles in classic science fiction films and film noirs during the 1940s and 1950s. Spencer was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He was drawn to the entertainment industry early on and began his career in theater before transitioning to films. He often played characters with a tough, no-nonsense edge, making him a popular choice for a variety of roles in films of the time. Spencer's big break came when he landed a role in the influential science fiction film *The Thing from Another World* (1951), directed by Christian Nyby and produced by Howard Hawks. In the film, Spencer played the role of a reporter named Ned Scott, who is among the group of scientists and military personnel investigating a mysterious alien threat in the Arctic. *The Thing from Another World* became a classic of the genre and remains one of Spencer’s most memorable roles. In addition to his work in science fiction, Spencer appeared in several other films across a range of genres. He was frequently cast in supporting roles in film noirs, thrillers, and dramas, and his distinctive, gravelly voice and sharp screen presence made him a recognizable face in Hollywood. Other notable films he appeared in include *The Big Clock* (1948), a crime thriller directed by John Farrow, and *The Green Glove* (1952), a suspenseful drama. Douglas Spencer was married to actress *Ann Wedgeworth*, and their marriage lasted for several years. After the height of his film career, Spencer continued working in television and on stage, although he never achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries. Spencer’s career was cut short when he died from cancer at the age of 49, on March 5, 1960. Despite his relatively brief career, he remains fondly remembered by fans of classic sci-fi and noir films. Douglas Spencer's legacy is primarily tied to his memorable performance in *The Thing from Another World*, but his work across various genres helped solidify him as a dependable and versatile character actor in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s. His contributions to the sci-fi and noir genres continue to be appreciated by film enthusiasts today.

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1961 Doctor Bikel
1959 Kraler
1959 1st Martian
1959 Joe Shandell
1959 Alonzo McFadden
1958 Marshal Fred Woodruff
1958 Hemp Scribner
1957 Mr. Black
1957 Train Conductor
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1957 Pigeon Keeper
1957 Judge
1956 Smith
1956 Sheriff Jack Tillman
1956 Mason
1955 The Monitor of Metaluna
1955 Garode
1955 Henry Slocum
1955 Frome Brother (uncredited)
1955
1955 Joe Brock
1954 Sam Benson
1954 Rev. Douglas
1954
1953 Axel 'Swede' Shipstead
1953 Inspector Bailey
1953 Simms
1953 Lew Ludlow
1953 Father Procurator aka George
1952 Dr. Brunner
1952 Clayton Vance
1952 Joey (uncredited)
1951 Ned 'Scotty' Scott
1951 Perry (Union agent)
1951 Boatkeeper (uncredited)
1951 Kelso
1951 Ike Bashaw
1950 Fritz the Organist (uncredited)
1950 Stationmaster (uncredited)
1950 Jonas
1949 Phony Judge
1949 Train Conductor (uncredited)
1949 False Physician
1949 Sam Hooker (uncredited)
1949 Minister (uncredited)
1949 Actor in Theatre Group (uncredited)
1949 Henry T. Finch
1949 Interior Decorator (uncredited)
1948 Dr. Ramsdell
1948 Bert Finch
1948 Townsman (uncredited)
1947 Prisoner sharing cell with Herrick and Lochlin (uncredited)
1946 Deli Customer (uncredited)
1945 Hospital Patient Seeing Imaginary Beetles (uncredited)
1945 New Years Eve Party Patron (uncredited)
1945 Guest (uncredited)
1944 Lou Schwartz (uncredited)
1943 Pilot (uncredited)
1942 Military Policeman
1942 Witness at Accident (uncredited)
1941 Hotel Guest
1941 Police Secretary
1940 Man Listening to Radio (uncredited)
1940 Policeman in Dance Line (uncredited)
1940 Mechanic
1940 Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
1939 Prisoner in Irons
1939 Auction Spectator (uncredited)