About Perry Murdock
Lived 1901 – 1988 (aged 86). Perry Murdock was an American actor, set decorator, screenwriter, stunt performer and assistant director.
Perry H. Murdock (September 18, 1901 – April 19, 1988), was an American actor, writer and set decorator. He acted in several films, particularly Westerns starring Bob Steele.
Filmography (as actor) Captain Careless (1928) as Perry (and co-writer) Lightning Speed (1928) as Shorty The Amazing Vagabond (1929) as Haywire Breezy Bill (1930) as Gabe's Son Headin' North (1930) as "Snicker" Kimball The Oklahoma Sheriff (1930) Western Justice (1934) as Rufe Big Calibre (1935) as Deputy (and wrote the story)
Filmography (as screenwriter) Tombstone Terror (1935)
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Who was Perry Murdock?
American actor (1901–1988)
When was Perry Murdock born?
Perry Murdock was born on 18 September 1901 in Oklahoma.
When did Perry Murdock die?
Perry Murdock died on 19 April 1988 in Van Nuys.
What was Perry Murdock's occupation?
Perry Murdock was an actor, set decorator, screenwriter, stunt performer and assistant director.
What nationality was Perry Murdock?
Perry Murdock was American.
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