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Mike Mazurki

Born 1907-12-25

Mike Mazurki (born: Markijan Mazurkiewicz; 25 December 1907 – 9 December 1990) was an American actor and professional wrestler who appeared in more than 100 films. His towering 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) presence and intimidating face usually got him roles playing tough guys, thugs, strong men, and gangsters.

Known for

Some Like It Hot 1959 · 8.2 Night and the City 1950 · 7.8 Murder, My Sweet 1944 · 7.5 Nightmare Alley 1947 · 7.7 Donovan's Reef 1963 · 6.7 Cheyenne Autumn 1964 · 6.7 I Walk Alone 1947 · 7.0 Blood Alley 1955 · 6.2 Unconquered 1947 · 6.8 7 Women 1965 · 6.7 Sinbad, the Sailor 1947 · 6.1 The Spanish Main 1945 · 6.3 Dakota 1945 · 6.0 Neptune's Daughter 1949 · 6.3 Dick Tracy 1945 · 5.9 Come to the Stable 1949 · 7.1 The Noose Hangs High 1948 · 6.6 Abandoned 1949 · 6.7 Ten Tall Men 1951 · 6.0 Zotz! 1962 · 5.9 Mysterious Intruder 1946 · 6.3 Dr. Renault's Secret 1942 · 6.1 New Orleans Uncensored 1955 · 5.8