Jack Creley
Acting
Born March 6, 1926, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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.
Filmography
- E.N.G. — Bok
- 1988Gotham — Grandfather
- Katts and Dog
- Friday the 13th: The Series — Edward Easton
- 1987Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol — Judge
- 1986Apology — Building Superintendent
- 1986Police Academy 3: Back in Training — Mr. Bellows
- Night Heat — Ricky Dunford, Spider Connors, Harry, Sammy
- 1983All in Good Taste — Lou
- 1983The Magic Show — Shumway
- 1983Videodrome — Brian O'Blivion
- 1983Will There Really Be a Morning? — Professor Williams
- 1982If You Could See What I Hear — Dean Franklin
- 1982Till Death Do Us Part
- 1981Tulips — Florist (uncredited)
- 1977Rituals — Jesse
- 1977Welcome to Blood City — Webb
- The New Avengers — Hosking
- 1974Alien Thunder — Arthur Ballentyne - Indian Agent
- 1971The Crowd Inside — Wealthy Older Man
- 1971The Reincarnate — Everet Julian
- 1970The Man Who Wanted to Live Forever — Dr. George Simmons
- 1969Change of Mind — Bill Chambers
- 1966Dr. Doom's Day — Thor
- 1966The Scribe — Newspaper Editor (uncredited)
- 1964Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb — Mr. Staines
- 1961The Canadians — Greer
- 1957Fires of Envy
- Folio — Seyton, Peter the Goose Boss