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Jack Dodson
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Jack Dodson

1931 – 1994 · Active 1960–1991

Jack Dodson, known for his role in Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid (1973), brings a distinctive presence to the film's portrayal of the Wild West. In this iconic Western, Dodson's performance contributes to the film's exploration of loyalty and betrayal among outlaws. His work in this gritty narrative showcases the complexities of character relationships during a tumultuous era in American history. While his filmography may be limited, his role in this cult classic resonates with fans of the genre.

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Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid

1973 ★ 7.3
as Howland

When Pat Garrett is about to become the local sheriff, he visits his old friend William Bonney, aka Billy the Kid, giving him one week to leave the area. When he fails to do so, he's arrested and will soon hang. Billy manages to escape however and Garrett sets off after him. The Governor and business interests make it clear that Billy is a hindrance and want him brought in. As they both travel the countryside a great deal of blood is spilled before they meet for one final time.

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Filmography

41 credits
1990s 1 credit
1991
A Climate for Killing as Sam Moorehouse
Movie ★ 4.0
1980s 10 credits
1986
Return to Mayberry as Howard Sprague
Movie ★ 6.2
1986
L.A. Law as Bradford Fredericks
TV ★ 7.1
1986
Matlock as William Austin
TV ★ 7.1
1985
TV ★ 6.8
1984
Movie
1983
Movie ★ 6.4
1982
Movie ★ 10.0
1982
St. Elsewhere as Judge Farnham
TV ★ 5.7
1982
TV ★ 7.1
1980
TV ★ 8.0
1970s 21 credits
1979
TV ★ 8.0
1979
Broadway on Showtime as Charlie Hughes
TV
1978
Snavely as Mr. Bishop
Movie
1978
In the Beginning as Msgr. Barlow
TV ★ 6.5
1977
TV ★ 7.3
1977
TV ★ 5.8
1976
TV ★ 7.0
1976
TV ★ 7.5
1976
TV ★ 7.7
1976
The Nancy Walker Show as Ed Greenburger
TV ★ 7.5
1975
Barney Miller as Mr. Franklin
TV ★ 7.4
1975
Barney Miller as Henry St. Martin
TV ★ 7.4
1975
Barney Miller as Mr. Vogel
TV ★ 7.4
1974
Movie ★ 6.8
1974
TV ★ 7.6
1974
TV ★ 7.0
1973
Movie ★ 7.2
1973
TV ★ 7.0
1972
The Getaway as Harold Clinton
Movie ★ 7.1
1972
TV ★ 6.9
1972
TV ★ 7.9
1960s 9 credits
1969
Angel in My Pocket as Norman Gresham
Movie ★ 6.2
1969
TV ★ 6.1
1968
Hawaii Five-O as Will Rowan
TV ★ 7.2
1968
Mayberry R.F.D. as Howard Sprague
TV ★ 6.2
1966
Munster, Go Home! as Second Ship Steward (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.4
1963
The Fugitive as Lieutenant
TV ★ 7.3
1962
The Virginian as Henry Brodie
TV ★ 6.5
1960
The Andy Griffith Show as Howard Sprague
TV ★ 7.6
1960
TV ★ 7.6