★ Acting
1926 – 2017
· Rocky Mount, North Carolina, USA
·
Active 1945–2006
Earle Hyman, born in 1926, made a significant impact in the realm of cult cinema with his role in The Possession of Joel Delaney (1972). In this psychological horror film, Hyman delivers a compelling performance that enhances the film's unsettling atmosphere. Known for his diverse acting career, he also gained recognition as Russell Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Hyman's ability to navigate both stage and screen adds depth to his portrayal in this chilling narrative, making him a notable figure in the exploration of genre cinema.
▶ Watch on SassyFlix
1 film available
The Possession of Joel Delaney
1972
★ 5.7
as Charles
An upper-class Manhattan divorcee comes to believe that her brother is possessed by the spirit of a serial killer who beheaded young women in Spanish Harlem.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
26 credits
2000s
4 credits
1990s
2 credits
1980s
11 credits
1970s
5 credits
1973
The Bible as Literature: Part 1 - Saga and Story in the Old Testament
as prophet jerimiah
Movie
1960s
1 credit
1950s
2 credits
1940s
1 credit