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Jimmy Thompson
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Jimmy Thompson

1923 – 1962 · Kansas City, Missouri, USA · Active 1950–1968

Jimmy Thompson, an actor known for his role in Forbidden Planet (1956), brings a unique presence to the science fiction genre. Set against the backdrop of a distant planet, Thompson's performance contributes to the film's exploration of humanity's relationship with technology and the unknown. As the narrative unfolds, his character navigates the complexities of alien encounters, adding depth to this cult classic. His work in Forbidden Planet solidifies its status as a cornerstone of early sci-fi cinema.

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Forbidden Planet

Forbidden Planet

1956 ★ 7.3
as Crewman Youngerford

Starship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for 20 years, only to find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately.

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Filmography

5 credits
1960s 1 credit
1968
The Jazz Age as Ronny Gamble
TV
1950s 4 credits
1956
Forbidden Planet as Crewman Youngerford
Movie ★ 7.2
1954
Brigadoon as Charlie Chisholm Dalrymple
Movie ★ 6.5
1952
Singin' in the Rain as Singer (uncredited)
Movie ★ 8.1
1950
Summer Stock as Stock Company Member (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.7