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Peter Brocco

1903–1992 · Actor

Biography

Carl Peter Brocco (January 16, 1903 – December 20, 1992) was an American screen and stage actor. He appeared in over 300 credits, notably Spartacus (1960) and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), during his career spanning over 60 years.

Notable Noir Roles

House by the River

1950Dir. Fritz Lang · Harry - coroner chairing inquest

Wealthy writer Stephen Byrne tries to seduce the family maid, but when she resists, he kills her. Long jealous of his brother John, Stephen does his best to pin the blame for the murder on his sibling…

Black Hand

1950Dir. Richard Thorpe · Roberto Columbo

In turn-of-the-century New York, an Italian seeks vengeance on the mobsters who killed his father.

The Ring

1952Dir. Kurt Neumann · Barney Williams

A young Mexican/American learns about life both inside and out of the ring when he takes up boxing.

Full Noir Filmography

3 films · 1950–1952