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Hugh O'Brian

Hugh O'Brian

Actor · born 19 April 1925 · Rochester, New York, USA

Hugh O'Brian (born Hugh Charles Krampe) was a prominent American actor and humanitarian best known for starring as the legendary frontier lawman in the ABC Western television series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp from 1955 to 1961 and the NBC action television series Search (1972–1973), as well as films, including the Agatha Christie adaptation Ten Little Indians (1965) and a notable supporting role in John Wayne's last film, The Shootist (1976). Known for his athletic, square-jawed build and quick-draw skills, he became one of television's definitive early Western heroes. Beyond acting, he left a massive global legacy as the founder of the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Foundation (HOBY), a nonprofit organization that has trained over 500,000 high school scholars in leadership and service.

Where to start: The Shootist (1976).

As actor 68

TV shows 10

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Hugh O'Brian movie?

By viewer score, The Shootist (1976) at 7.1/10.

What are Hugh O'Brian’s most popular movies?

Twins, Game of Death, The Shootist.

How many movies has Hugh O'Brian made?

68 films on TMDB, 68 as actor.

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