★ Acting
1924 – 2006
· Joplin, Missouri, USA
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Active 1948–2005
Born in 1924 in Joplin, Missouri, Dennis Weaver carved a niche in cult cinema with his roles in A Man Called Sledge (1970) and What's the Matter with Helen? (1971). Weaver's performance as the morally complex character in A Man Called Sledge showcases his ability to navigate the gritty landscapes of exploitation films. With a career spanning from the 1950s, he transitioned from television fame to the silver screen, leaving a mark on the genre with his distinctive portrayals that resonate in the realm of cult classics.
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What's the Matter with Helen?
1971
★ 6.3
as Lincoln Palmer
Two middle-aged women move to Hollywood, California after their sons are convicted of a notorious murder and open a dance school for children eager to tap their way to stardom.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
106 credits
2000s
5 credits
1990s
14 credits
1980s
17 credits
1970s
25 credits
1960s
18 credits
1950s
23 credits
1940s
1 credit
Crew Credits
1970s
1 credit
1960s
1 credit
1950s
1 credit