Norman Alden

Norman Alden

1924-09-13

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.

Also appears in

Back to the Future

Back to the Future

8.3

The Transformers: The Movie

The Transformers: The Movie

7.1

The Sword in the Stone

The Sword in the Stone

7.2

The Nutty Professor

The Nutty Professor

6.6

Ed Wood

Ed Wood

7.5

They Live

They Live

7.3

Tora! Tora! Tora!

Tora! Tora! Tora!

7.2

Ben

Ben

5.8

The Devil’s Brigade

The Devil’s Brigade

6.3

Cutting Class

Cutting Class

5.0

Man’s Favorite Sport?

Man’s Favorite Sport?

6.9

The Patsy

The Patsy

6.2

The Wild Angels

The Wild Angels

5.5

Back to the Planet of the Apes

Back to the Planet of the Apes

5.3

Semi-Tough

Semi-Tough

5.6

The Trackers

The Trackers

5.7

Kansas City Bomber

Kansas City Bomber

5.9

Red Line 7000

Red Line 7000

5.3

Portrait of a Mobster

Portrait of a Mobster

Not yet rated

Borderline

Borderline

5.9