David Opatoshu

Actor and screenwriter in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'

David Opatoshu - Actor and screenwriter in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'
Born

January 30th, 1918
107 years ago

Died

1996
29 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and screenwriter, contributions included prominent roles in film and television throughout the mid-20th century. Appeared in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai', which received several Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Other appearances included 'The Untouchables' and 'The Twilight Zone'. Opatoshu also engaged in screenwriting, contributing to various projects in the entertainment industry.

Starred in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'

Appeared in 'The Untouchables'

Appeared in 'The Twilight Zone'

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