Walter Brennan Actor photo

Personal Info

Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
July 25, 1894
Died
September 21, 1974 (at 80 years old)
Place of Birth
Lynn, Massachusetts, USA
Popularity
1.3
Available Movies
7 released

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Walter Brennan

Actor Lynn, Massachusetts, USA 2
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Awards & Nominations

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Major awards verified (Oscars)
3 Wins
1 Nominations
3x Oscar
Oscars
3 1 nom.
Complete Award Details 4 Major
4 Wins
1 Nominations
Oscar
3 4 nom.
Other
1 0 nom.
Year Award Result
1942 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Sergeant York
1941 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Westerner
1939 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Kentucky
1937 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Come and Get It
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Year Award
1941 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Westerner
1939 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Kentucky
1937 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Come and Get It
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Year Award
1942 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Sergeant York
Award details source: Wikidata

About Walter Brennan

Walter Brennan was born on 25 July 1894 in Lynn, Massachusetts, USA. Walter Brennan passed away on 21 September 1974 at the age of 80. Winner of Oscar. We have 7 films with Walter Brennan available. Among Walter Brennan's most popular films: Rio Bravo, Bride of Frankenstein, How the West Was Won, The Pride of the Yankees, Sergeant York.

Walter Brennan was an American actor, born on July 25, 1894, in Lynn, Massachusetts. He became renowned for his distinctive voice and versatile performances, establishing himself as a prominent figure in Hollywood during the mid-20th century. Brennan’s career was marked by numerous notable films, including his memorable roles in "To Have and Have Not," "Rio Bravo," and "Red River." His ability to portray a wide range of characters allowed him to excel in both dramatic and comedic roles.

Over the course of his career, Brennan garnered critical acclaim and recognition for his work, becoming a beloved figure in the film industry. He passed away on September 21, 1974, leaving behind a legacy characterized by his remarkable contributions to cinema and his influence on subsequent generations of actors.

Best Known Films of Walter Brennan

Career Statistics - Walter Brennan

7
Total Credits
28
Years Active
1935 - 1962
7.4
Avg. Movie Rating
1.3
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
7 films
Top Genres
Drama (4) Western (3) War (1) History (1) Family (1)

Frequent Co-Stars of Walter Brennan

Best Movies with Walter Brennan

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Walter Brennan has 7 films released between 1935 and 1962.

Rio Bravo (1959) 7.9

Rio Bravo

1959

Stumpy

Bride of Frankenstein (1935) 7.8

Bride of Frankenstein

1935

Peasant (uncredite...

Sergeant York (1941) 7.7

Sergeant York

1941

Pastor Rosier Pile

The Westerner (1940) 7.2

The Westerner

1940

Judge Roy Bean

Come and Get It (1936) 6.8

Come and Get It

1936

Swan Bostrom