Brian Keith

Brian Keith (November 14, 1921 – June 24, 1997) was an American film, television, and stage actor who in his four decade-long career gained recognition for his work in movies such as the 1961 Disney family film The Parent Trap, the 1966 comedy The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming, and the 1975 adventure saga The Wind and the Lion, in which he portrayed Theodore Roosevelt.

On television, two of his best known roles were that of a widowed uncle turned bachelor: Bill Davis, in the 1960s sitcom Family Affair, and a tough judge in the 1980s drama Hardcastle and McCormick.

Brian Keith is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 15 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes The Second Civil War (1997), Rough Riders (1997), Young Guns (1988), Hardcastle and McCormick (1983), World War III (1982), The Quest (1976), The Wind and the Lion (1975), The McKenzie Break (1970). The recorded credits span 1949 to 1997, including 7 movies and 8 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.