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Jack Creley
Acting · 1926–2004 · Chicago, Illinois, USA
Biography
Jack Creley was an American-born Canadian actor with a career spanning theatre, film, and television, Creley's talent shone brightly on stages and screens alike. He graced prestigious theatre companies, including the renowned Stratford Festival, showcasing his skill in both classic and contemporary plays. In film, he left an indelible mark with roles in movies such as Videodrome (1983), Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964) and Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987). Television audiences fondly remember him for his appearances in series like "The King of Kensington" and "The Littlest Hobo." Creley's ability to effortlessly embody diverse characters, whether in drama or comedy, earned him admiration and respect in the Canadian entertainment sphere. He was married to David Smith. His legacy as a dedicated and talented actor endures, even after his passing.
Known for

Friday the 13th: The Series
Edward Easton

Night Heat
Ricky Dunford

The New Avengers
Hosking

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
Mr. Staines

Folio
Seyton

Katts and Dog
1988

E.N.G.
Bok

Videodrome
Brian O'Blivion

Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol
Judge

Police Academy 3: Back in Training
Mr. Bellows
Filmography
- 1989E.N.G.Bok
- 1988Katts and Dog
- 1988GothamGrandfather
- 1987Friday the 13th: The SeriesEdward Easton
- 1987Police Academy 4: Citizens on PatrolJudge
- 1986ApologyBuilding Superintendent
- 1986Police Academy 3: Back in TrainingMr. Bellows
- 1985Night HeatRicky Dunford
- 1983All in Good TasteLou
- 1983The Magic ShowShumway
- 1983Will There Really Be a Morning?Professor Williams
- 1983VideodromeBrian O'Blivion
- 1982Till Death Do Us Part
- 1982If You Could See What I HearDean Franklin
- 1981TulipsFlorist (uncredited)
- 1977RitualsJesse
- 1977Welcome to Blood CityWebb
- 1976The New AvengersHosking
- 1974Alien ThunderArthur Ballentyne - Indian Agent
- 1971The ReincarnateEveret Julian
- 1971The Crowd InsideWealthy Older Man
- 1970The Man Who Wanted to Live ForeverDr. George Simmons
- 1969Change of MindBill Chambers
- 1966The ScribeNewspaper Editor (uncredited)
- 1964Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the BombMr. Staines
- 1961The CanadiansGreer
- 1957Fires of Envy
- 1955FolioSeyton
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