Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda

Born:May 16, 1905

Place of Birth:Grand Island, Nebraska, USA

Died:August 12, 1982

Known For:Acting

Biography

Henry Fonda, born on May 16, 1905, left an indelible mark on Hollywood with a career that spanned over five decades. With a strong, appealing screen presence, Fonda became known for his iconic roles in classic films that have stood the test of time. Despite only winning one Academy Award for Best Actor, his impact on the industry was profound.

Starting his career as a Broadway actor, Fonda transitioned seamlessly into Hollywood in 1935, where he quickly made a name for himself with standout performances. His portrayal of Tom Joad in "The Grapes of Wrath" solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented actor, earning him critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination. This film remains a cornerstone of American cinema.

Fonda's versatility was further showcased in films like "The Lady Eve" and "Mister Roberts," where he effortlessly navigated between genres, proving his range as an actor. His role as Juror No. 8 in "12 Angry Men" not only displayed his acting prowess but also highlighted his skills as a co-producer, earning him accolades such as the BAFTA for Best Foreign Actor.

As his career progressed, Fonda delved into darker roles, such as the villain in "Once Upon a Time in the West," showcasing his ability to captivate audiences with his nuanced performances. Despite the box office reception at the time, the film is now revered as a classic in the western genre, solidifying Fonda's status as a legendary actor.

In his later years, Fonda continued to captivate audiences with roles in films like "Yours, Mine and Ours" and "On Golden Pond," where he delivered poignant performances that resonated with viewers. His portrayal of Admiral Nimitz in "Midway" showcased his ability to embody important historical figures with depth and authenticity.

Henry Fonda's legacy in Hollywood is undeniable, with a career that spanned multiple genres and left an indelible mark on the industry. His contributions to cinema continue to be celebrated, cementing his status as one of the greatest actors of his generation. Henry Fonda may have passed away in 1982, but his timeless performances ensure that he will always be remembered as a true icon of the silver screen.

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Filmography

Acting

12 Angry Men

12 Angry Men

Juror 8

1957

The defense and the prosecution have rested and the jury is filing into the jury room to decide if a young Spanish-American is guilty or innocent of murdering his father. What begins as an open and shut case soon becomes a mini-drama of each of the jurors' prejudices and preconceptions about the trial, the accused, and each other.
Once Upon a Time in the West

Once Upon a Time in the West

Frank

1968

As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.
The Grapes of Wrath

The Grapes of Wrath

Tom Joad

1940

Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He catches up with them on his Uncle’s farm, and joins them the next day as they head for California and a new life... Hopefully.
The Longest Day

The Longest Day

Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt Jr.

1962

The retelling of June 6, 1944, from the perspectives of the Germans, US, British, Canadians, and the Free French. Marshall Erwin Rommel, touring the defenses being established as part of the Reich's Atlantic Wall, notes to his officers that when the Allied invasion comes they must be stopped on the beach. "For the Allies as well as the Germans, it will be the longest day"
Fail Safe

Fail Safe

The President

1964

Because of a technical defect an American bomber team mistakenly orders the destruction of Moscow. The President of the United States has but little time to prevent an atomic catastrophe from occurring.
Meteor

Meteor

The President

1979

After a collision with a comet, a nearly 8km wide piece of the asteroid "Orpheus" is heading towards Earth. If it hits it will cause an incredible catastrophe which will probably extinguish mankind. To stop the meteor NASA wants to use the illegal nuclear weapon satellite "Hercules" but discovers soon that it doesn't have enough firepower. Their only chance to save the world is to join forces with the USSR who have also launched such an illegal satellite. But will both governments agree?
How the West Was Won

How the West Was Won

Jethro Stuart

1962

The epic tale of the development of the American West from the 1830s through the Civil War to the end of the century, as seen through the eyes of one pioneer family.
My Darling Clementine

My Darling Clementine

Wyatt Earp

1946

Three brothers stop off for a night in the town of Tombstone. The next morning they find one of their brothers dead and their cattle stolen. They decide to take revenge on the culprits.
Fort Apache

Fort Apache

Lt. Col. Owen Thursday

1948

Owen Thursday sees his new posting to the desolate Fort Apache as a chance to claim the military honour which he believes is rightfully his. Arrogant, obsessed with military form and ultimately self-destructive, he attempts to destroy the Apache chief Cochise after luring him across the border from Mexico, against the advice of his subordinates.
Yours, Mine and Ours

Yours, Mine and Ours

Frank Beardsley

1968

When a widower with ten children marries a widow with eight, can the twenty of them ever come together as one big happy family?
The Ox-Bow Incident

The Ox-Bow Incident

Gil Carter

1943

A posse discovers a trio of men they suspect of murder and cow theft and are split between handing them over to the law or lynching them on the spot.
My Name Is Nobody

My Name Is Nobody

Jack Beauregard

1973

Jack Beauregard, an ageing gunman of the Old West, only wants to retire in peace and move to Europe. But a young gunfighter, known as "Nobody", who idolizes Beauregard, wants him to go out in a blaze of glory. So he arranges for Jack to face the 150-man gang known as The Wild Bunch and earn his place in history.
The Lady Eve

The Lady Eve

Charles Pike

1941

It's no accident when wealthy Charles falls for Jean. Jean is a con artist with her sights set on Charles' fortune. Matters complicate when Jean starts falling for her mark. When Charles suspects Jean is a gold digger, he dumps her. Jean, fixated on revenge and still pining for the millionaire, devises a plan to get back in Charles' life. With love and payback on her mind, she re-introduces herself to Charles, this time as an aristocrat named Lady Eve Sidwich.
You Only Live Once

You Only Live Once

Eddie Taylor

1937

Based partially on the story of Bonnie and Clyde, Eddie Taylor is an ex-convict who cannot get a break after being released from prison. When he is framed for murder, Taylor is forced to flee with his wife Joan Graham and baby. While escaping prison after being sentenced to death, Taylor becomes a real murderer, condemning himself and Joan to a life of crime and death on the road.
The Wrong Man

The Wrong Man

Manny Balestrero

1956

In 1953, an innocent man named Christopher Emmanuel "Manny" Balestrero is arrested after being mistaken for an armed robber.
The Swarm

The Swarm

Dr. Walter Krim

1978

Scientist Dr. Bradford Crane and army general Thalius Slater join forces to fight an almost invisible enemy threatening America; killer bees that have deadly venom and attack without reason. Disaster movie-master Irwin Allen's film contains spectacular special effects, including a train crash caused by the eponymous swarm.

Production

12 Angry Men

12 Angry Men

Producer

1957

The defense and the prosecution have rested and the jury is filing into the jury room to decide if a young Spanish-American is guilty or innocent of murdering his father. What begins as an open and shut case soon becomes a mini-drama of each of the jurors' prejudices and preconceptions about the trial, the accused, and each other.