Norman Alden

Overview

Known for
Acting
Gender
Other
Birthday
Sep 13, 1924 (100 years old)
Death date
Jul 27, 2012

Norman Alden

Known For

Looking Back to the Future
0h 45m
Movie 2009

Looking Back to the Future

A 9-part retrospective documentary from 2009 on the trilogy’s legacy.

Patch Adams
1h 55m
Movie 1998

Patch Adams

The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to do just anything to make his patients laugh—even if it meant risking his own career.

Ed Wood
2h 7m
Movie 1994

Ed Wood

The mostly true story of the legendary "worst director of all time", who, with the help of his strange friends, filmed countless B-movies without ever becoming famous or successful.

Roller Blade Warriors: Taken by Force
1h 23m
Movie 1989

Roller Blade Warriors: Taken by Force

In the future, a warrior nun on roller skates must rescue a seer, who is to be sacrificed by a band of mutants.

Cutting Class
1h 31m
Movie 1989

Cutting Class

High school student Paula Carson's affections are being sought after by two of her classmates: Dwight, the "bad boy", and Brian, a disturbed young man who has just been released from a mental hospital where he was committed following the suspicious death of his father. Soon after being released, more murders start happening. Is Brian back to his old tricks, or is Dwight just trying to eliminate the competition?

They Live
1h 33m
Movie 1988

They Live

A lone drifter stumbles upon a unique pair of sunglasses that reveal aliens are systematically gaining control of the Earth by masquerading as humans and lulling the public into submission.

Man Against the Mob
1h 40m
Movie 1988

Man Against the Mob

In 1930s Los Angeles, a police detective leads an elite squad against a vicious organized crime ring.

Off the Mark
1h 18m
Movie 1987

Off the Mark

A teenaged boy's family once hosted a Russian exchange student in their home for a year. Several years later, as adults, the two find themselves competing against each other in a Triathlon competition.

Destination: America
1h 35m
Movie 1987

Destination: America

A patrician family's estranged, black-sheep son forsakes his blue-collar life to return home and soon finds himself wrongly accused of his father's murder, with his old childhood friend determined to convict him. Pilot to a prospective TV series.

The Transformers: The Movie
1h 24m
Movie 1986

The Transformers: The Movie

The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.

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.

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