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ACTING . Acting . 66 years (deceased) . Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Charles McGraw_

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Born Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Birthday
66
Lived
44
Credits
Actor
Known For
0.7
Popularity
61 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*karilaz)
Popularity
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Charles McGraw is known for acting.
Born in Des Moines, Iowa, USA (died at age 66).
Recipient of the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Charles McGraw has 44 credits in our database.

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Filmography (44)

Spartacus
Spartacus
2004 / Film
Marcellus
Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
1982 / Film
Film
Pendulum
Pendulum
1969 / Film
Deputy Chief John P. Hildebrand
Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here
Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here
1969 / Film
Film
Hang 'Em High
Hang 'Em High
1968 / Film
Film
In Cold Blood
In Cold Blood
1967 / Film
Film
The Busy Body
The Busy Body
1967 / Film
Film
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
1963 / Film
Film
The Horizontal Lieutenant
The Horizontal Lieutenant
1962 / Film
Film
Cimarron
Cimarron
1960 / Film
Film

AWARDS (1)

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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
WON

Biography

Charles McGraw (born Charles Butters) was an American stage, screen, and television actor. He developed into a leading man, especially in film noir classics during the late 1940s and early 1950s. His gravelly voice and rugged looks enhanced his appeal in the noir stylistic genre and provided him many roles as cops, military officers, and the such.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Charles McGraw?
Charles McGraw was born on and passed away on at the age of 66.
Where was Charles McGraw born?
Charles McGraw was born in Des Moines, Iowa, USA.
What movies or shows has Charles McGraw been in?
Charles McGraw has 44 credits in our database. Notable titles include Spartacus (2004), Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982), Pendulum (1969), Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here (1969), Hang 'Em High (1968).
What is Charles McGraw known for?
Charles McGraw is primarily known as an actor. Charles McGraw (born Charles Butters) was an American stage, screen, and television actor. He developed into a leading man, especially in film noir classics during…
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