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Bobby Van
★ Acting

Bobby Van

1928 – 1980 · New York City, New York, USA · Active 1948–1985

Bobby Van, an actor known for his work in the 1960s, appears in The Navy vs. the Night Monsters (1966) as a key figure navigating the chaos of an alien invasion. His performance adds a layer of charm to this cult classic, which combines elements of science fiction and horror in a uniquely entertaining way. Van's involvement in such a genre film highlights his ability to engage audiences with a blend of humor and suspense, making him a notable presence in the realm of exploitation cinema.

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The Navy vs. the Night Monsters

The Navy vs. the Night Monsters

1966 ★ 4.2
as Ens. Rutherford Chandler

Beware of the Night Crawlers ... their clutches will disintegrate you!

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Filmography

35 credits
1980s 4 credits
1985
That's Dancing! as From 'Small Town Girl' and 'Kiss Me Kate' (archive footage)
Movie ★ 7.1
1980
Movie ★ 5.8
1980
TV ★ 7.0
1980
TV ★ 5.4
1970s 15 credits
1978
TV ★ 7.0
1978
TV ★ 6.3
1978
TV ★ 7.1
1977
CHiPs as Eddie
TV ★ 6.9
1977
The Love Boat as Phil Livingston
TV ★ 6.3
1976
That's Entertainment, Part II as (archive footage)
Movie ★ 7.0
1975
Movie ★ 8.0
1975
Wonder Woman as Monty Burns
TV ★ 7.0
1973
Lost Horizon as Harry Lovett
Movie ★ 5.5
1973
Movie ★ 5.7
1972
Movie ★ 3.3
1970
Lost Flight as Eddie Randolph
Movie ★ 4.3
1960s 4 credits
1966
The Navy vs. the Night Monsters as Ens. Rutherford Chandler
Movie ★ 4.7
1964
TV ★ 7.0
1964
TV ★ 5.0
1961
TV ★ 5.8
1950s 10 credits
1958
TV ★ 5.4
1957
TV ★ 7.5
1956
Tony Awards as Self - Host
TV
1956
Tony Awards as Self - Performer
TV
1953
Kiss Me Kate as "Gremio"
Movie ★ 6.5
1953
Small Town Girl as Ludwig Schlemmer
Movie ★ 5.6
1953
Movie ★ 6.1
1952
Skirts Ahoy! as Bobby Van (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.8
1952
Because You're Mine as Artie Pilcer
Movie ★ 6.8
1950
TV ★ 6.9
1940s 2 credits
1948
TV ★ 6.8