The Virginian
1962
Search results
Strother Douglas Martin Jr. (March 26, 1919 – August 1, 1980) was an American character actor who often appeared in support of John Wayne and Paul Newman and in Western films directed by John Ford and Sam Peckinpah.
Strother Martin was an American character actor who starred in films such as Cool Hand Luke, The Wild Bunch, and True Grit. He was also a former diving champion, a Navy veteran, and a friend of Sam Peckinpah.
- Actor, Soundtrack
- March 26, 1919
- 3 min
- August 1, 1980
Learn about the life and career of Strother Martin, an American character actor who starred in films like Cool Hand Luke and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Find out his birth and death dates, family, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- March 26, 1919
- August 1, 1980
Strother Douglas Martin, Jr. was an American actor who gained fame for portraying supporting roles in films starring John Wayne and Paul Newman. An Indiana native, Martin was a prodigious swimmer and diver as a child and went on to serve in the United States Navy during the World War II.
People also ask
What are some facts about Strother Martin?
Who was Strother Douglas Martin Jr?
How did Strother Martin become famous?
What did Strother Martin do after WW2?
Mar 26, 2019 · Strother Martin played villains and scoundrels in classic films like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Cool Hand Luke, and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Learn about his life, career, and legacy in this tribute article by Nicholas Gilmore.
Strother Douglas Martin Jr. (March 26, 1919 – August 1, 1980) was an American character actor who often appeared in support of John Wayne and Paul Newman and in Western films directed by John Ford and Sam Peckinpah.
