Hugh O'Brian

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.

Hugh O'Brian is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 34 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Twins (1988), Bruce Lee, the Legend (1984), Game of Death (1978), Killer Force (1976), The Merv Griffin Show (1962), The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp (1955), There's No Business Like Show Business (1954), Saskatchewan (1954). The recorded credits span 1948 to 1988, including 8 movies and 26 TV shows.

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