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Duke York
A former rodeo star turned stuntman, Duke York risks everything to make it big in Hollywood, where danger on set and cutthroat competition threaten to derail his dream.
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- Stunts
In short · Acted for 10 decades — 21 credits.
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Biography
Duke York was an American film actor and stuntman who appeared in nearly 160 films between 1932 and 1952. Known for his work in the early to mid-20th century, he was also recognized under the name Duke Owl. Throughout his career, York contributed to a wide range of films, often taking on roles that required physical skill, reflecting his background in stunt work. His extensive filmography highlights his presence in the evolving landscape of Hollywood during the Golden Age of cinema.
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20 credits
Sleepless Nights(2022)
Malgaard
Film
For Crimin' Out Loud(1956)
Nikko
Film
Northwest Territory(1951)
Dawson
Film
Call of the Klondike(1950)
Luke
Film
Snow Dog(1950)
Henchman Duprez
Film
Winchester '73(1950)
Man (uncredited)
Film
Where Danger Lives(1950)
Postville Cowboy (uncredited)
Film
Who Done It?(1949)
Nikko
Film
Shivering Sherlocks(1948)
Angel
Film
California Firebrand(1948)
Chad Mason
Film
The Story of Kenneth W. Randall, M.D.(1946)
Sam Gregg
Film
Idle Roomers(1944)
Lupe the Wolf Man
Film
The Contender(1944)
'Bomber' Brown
Film
Higher Than a Kite(1943)
Kelly
Film
Thank Your Lucky Stars(1943)
Wooden Indian (uncredited)
Film
The Spoilers(1942)
Miner (uncredited)
Film
So You Won't Squawk?(1941)
1st Motorcycle Cop
FilmMercy Plane(1939)
Joe
Film
Navy Secrets(1939)
Babe - Henchman
Film
The Pursuit of Happiness(1934)
Jonathan
Film
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- Spaceship to the Unknown(scenes deleted) (archive footage) (as Duke York Jr.) · 1966
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