Myron Natwick (actor)
American actor (born 1927)
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Myron Harvey Natwick (born December 31, 1927)[1] is an American actor and producer whose career spanned more than six decades, with roles in films such as Three Days of the Condor (1975), Cats & Dogs (2001), and I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017). He is also known for his television appearances in series like iZombie and Documentary Now!.[2][3]
December 31, 1927
Myron Natwick | |
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| Born | Myron Harvey Natwick December 31, 1927 Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Education | University of Southern California |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1960–2019 |
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Life and career
Natwick was born in Portland, Oregon, on December 31, 1927. He comes from a family with strong ties to the arts. He is the nephew of Grim Natwick,[4] the celebrated animator best known for creating Betty Boop and contributing to Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. His cousin is Academy Award nominee actress Mildred Natwick,[5] further connecting him to a lineage of creative.[6] He appeared in theatres in Houston, Texas.[7] He also attended the University of Southern California, earning his BS degree.[8]
Natwick's career unfolded across more than six decades, marked by a steady presence in both film and television. He first gained recognition in the 1970s with his role in Three Days of the Condor (1975),[9] a political thriller starring Robert Redford, where Natwick played a supporting character in the tense world of espionage.[10] In the following decades, Natwick continued to build his résumé with diverse roles. He appeared in family comedies such as Cats & Dogs (2001).[11] His versatility was evident again in I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017), a dark comedy crime film directed by Macon Blair, which won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.[12]
The guest‑starred in iZombie, playing Blaine's grandfather,[13] a role that connected him to a younger audience through the popular CW series. He appeared in Documentary Now! (2016), a satirical mockumentary series created by Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, and Seth Meyers, where his comedic timing was highlighted.[14] Other credits include Matador (2014), Bad Samaritans (2013), Pretend Time (2011), Haven (2014), and Flashforward (2009), each showcasing his adaptability across genres ranging from drama to comedy and science fiction.[15]
Natwick later career included roles in films such as The Wedding Year (2019), Truth or Dare (2018), Sickhouse (2016), and The Channel (2016).[16]
Filmography
- Death Valley Days (1960)
- The Forest Rangers (1964) - Bronco Smith
- The Aquarians (1970) – First Reporter
- That Certain Summer (1972) – Man at Party
- The Judge and Jake Wyler (1972) – Lyle Jefferson
- Three Days of the Condor (1975) – Civilian
- Crossbar (1979) – Smith
- Mistress of Paradise (1981) – Dr. Slocum
- The Awakening of Candra (1983) – Burrows
- The Ice Pirates (1984) – Karina's Father
- Head Office (1985) – TV Anchorman
- Days of Our Lives (1972–1988)
- Glory! Glory! (1989) – Everett
- Mission: Killfast (1991) – Nick Julius
- Project Vampire (1992) – Dr. Frederick Klaus
- Dead Ahead: The Exxon Valdez Disaster (1992) – George M. Nelson
- Dog’s Best Friend (1997) – Principal
- The Corpse Grinders 2 (2000) – McBride
- Cats & Dogs (2001) – Mr. Mason
- DC 9/11: Time of Crisis (2003) – Paul O’Neill
- Cavedweller (2004) – Granddaddy Byrd
- Shallow Ground (2005) – Harvey
- Miracle at Sage Creek (2005) – Recorder
- Amber's Story (2006) – Glen Park
- Her Sister's Keeper (2006) – Jack Brennan
- A Decent Proposal (2007) – Alex Varvinsky
- The Washingtonians (2007) – Samuel Madison III
- Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery (2008) – Brian Lenigan
- Watch Dogs (2014) – Dermot 'Lucky' Quinn
- I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017) – Killer Sills
- Truth or Dare (2018) – Hospital Corpse
- The Wedding Year (2019) – Gentleman
