Kansas in the Movies, List of Kansans in the Movies (Map)

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List of Kansans In The Movies Map of Kansans by Birthplace
		Altoona Andover Atchison Bellville Burrton Cawker City Centre Cherryvale Coffeyville Columbus Dodge City El Dorado Emporia Fort Leavenworth Fort Riley Fort Scott	Girard Goessel Hays Hoisington Hugoton Hutchinson Independence Jefferson Kansas City Lakin Lawrence Leavenworth Leawood Lenexa Lyndon Manhattan Miltonvale	Oakley Olathe Oskaloosa Overland Park Paola Parsons Piqua Pittsburg Pratt Rice Salina Smith Center Soldier Sylvia Topeka Wichita Winfield
Altoona Ida Moore Ida Moore can be seen in movies such as "Rock-a-Bye Baby" as Miss Bessie Polk and "Desk Set" as Old Lady. Andover Kevin G. Schmidt Kevin G. Schmidt's film credits include "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel" as Ryan, as well as, "Cheaper by the Dozen" as Henry Baker. Atchison Bob Cunningham Bob Cunningham has appeared in films such as "Brass Target" as General Stackwood and "Fedora" as Assistant Director. Robert Cunningham Robert Cunningham has appeared in movies such as "It Started With a Kiss" as The Major and "Shark River" as Curtis Parker. Bellville Robert Gordon Robert Gordon appeared in the 1918 film "Huck and Tom" as Huck Finn. Burrton Milburn Stone Milburn Stone appeared in movies such as "The Private War of Major Benson" as Major General Wilton J. Ramsey and "Seige at Red River" as Sgt. Benjamin 'Benjy' Guderman. Cawker City Claire Windsor Claire Windsor has appeared in films such as "Barefoot Boy" as Valerie Hale and "Cross Streets" as Anne Clement. Centre Johnny Duncan Johnny Duncan's film credits include "Batman and Robin" (1949) in which he appears as Robin and "Jive Junction" in which he appears as Frank. Cherryvale Louise Brooks - (See Article) Louis Brooks has appeared in movies such as "Overland Stage Raiders" as Beth Hoyt and "Empty Saddles" as 'Boots' Boone. Vivian Vance Vivian Vance appeared in the movie "I Love Lucy" as Ethel Mertz as well as "The Great Race" as Hester Goodbody. Coffeyville Adrian Roberts Adrian Roberts has appeared in films such as "Tom and Huck" (1995) as Welshman as well as "Short Track" as Dill Crotti. Cynthia Sikes Cynthia Sikes has appeared in movies such as "Going Shopping" as Lisa and "Possums" as Elizabeth Clark. Columbus Baxter Harris Baxter Harris can be seen in movies such as "Home Alone 3" as Police Captain and "The Associate" as Disgruntled Investor. Dodge City Dennis Hopper Dennis Hopper's film credits include "Alpha and Omega" in which he appears as Tony and "Swing Vote" in which he appears as Donald Greenleaf. David A.R. White David A.R. White appears in movies such as "The Moment After 2: The Awakening" as Adam Riley and "Bells of Innocence" as Conrad Champlain. El Dorado Steve Brodie Steve Brodie has been in films such as "Sea of Lost Ships" as Lt. Rogers and "The Admiral Was a Lady" as Mike O'Halloran - Boxer. Hugh Beaumont Emporia R. Lee Ermey R. Lee Ermey has appeared in films such as the "Toy Story" trilogy in which he plays Sarge or Army Sarge. Fort Levenworth Fred Meyers Fred Meyers has appeared in movies such as "The Even Stevens Movies" as Tom Gribalski and "Raise Your Voice" as Matthew. Fort Riley Barbara Babcock Barbara Babcock's film credits include "Home Alone 4" in which she appears as Molly and "Space Cowboys" in which she appears as Barbara Corvin. Tom Reilly Tom Reilly has appeared in the movie such as "Uptown Girls" as Executive. Fort Scott Gordon Parks Gordon Parks appeared in the film "Lincoln" as the voice of Harry H. Garnet. Girard Dennis Hayden Dennis Hayden appeared in movies such as "Race to Witch Mountain" as Ray and "Trucker" as Trucker. Goessel Shirley Knight Shirley Knight's film credits include "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" as Mom as well as "Love and Debate" as Lea. Hays Marj Dusay Marj Dusay has appeared in movies such as "MacArthur" as Mrs. Jean MacArthur and "Pride and Loyalty" as Aunt Jeane. Rebecca Staab Rebecca Staab's film credits include "All Ages Night" in which she appears as Dennie Murphy as well as "The Fantastic Four" as Susan Storm. Hoisington Kari Wahlgren Kari Wahlgren's voice has appeared in recent movies such as "Tangled" as additional voices and "Bolt" as Mindy. Hugoton Billy Drago Billy Drago has appeared in films such as "Mysterious Skin" in which he portrays Zeke as well as "Moving McAllister" in which he protrays The Lady. Hutchinson Aneta Corsaut Aneta Corsaut has appeared in films such as "The Blob" as Jane Martin and "Return to Mayberry" as Helen Crump Taylor. Lucinda Dickey Lucinda Dickey can be seen in movies such as "Grease 2" as Girl Greaser as wel as "Breakin'" as Kelly/ Special K. Delos V. Smith Jr. Delos V. Smith Jr. appears in films such as "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" as Scanlon as well as "The Silver Streak" as Burt. Richard Thorpe Richard Thorpe can be seen in the films "Burn 'Em Up Barnes" as Stephen Thompson and "Rough Ridin'" as Dick Ross.	Independence Gerry Bamman Gerry Bamman has been in films such as "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" and "The Secret of My Succe$s" portraying Uncle Frank McAllister and Art Thomas respectivley. Benny Bartlett Benny Bartlett's film credits include "The Family Next Door" in which he protrays Rufus as well as "No Holds Barred" in which he portrays Butch. Mary Howard Mary Howard has appeared in movies such as "Billy the Kid" as Edith Keating and "Abe Lincoln in Illinois as Ann Rutledge. Jefferson Emily Gerdes Emily Gerdes has appeard in films such as "Ella Cinders" as Prissy Pill and "Heros of the Wild" as Myra. Kansas City Edward Asner Edward Asner portrays Carl Fredrickson in "Up" as well as Santa in "Elf". Al Christy Al Christy has appeared in "In Cold Blood" as Sheriff and "Mr. and Mrs. Bridge" as Judge. Sarah Lancaster Sarah Lancaster's film credits include "Smother" as Holly as well as "Catch Me If You Can" as Riverbend Woman. Marcy McGuire Marcy McGuire has appeared in films such as "Jumping Jacks" in which she portrays Julia Loring and "You Gotta Stay Happy" in which she portrays Georgia Goodrich. John Quade John Quade has been in movies such as "The Sting" as Riley and "Bad Company" as Nolan. Shanna Reed Shanna Reed appeared in movies such as "Rattled" as Krista Donahue as well as "Remember Me" as Elaine Archer. Eric Stonestreet Eric Stonestreet has been in movies such as "Almost Famous" as Sheldon the Desk Clerk as well as "Girls Will Be Girls" as Dr. Benson. Dee Wallace Dee Wallace's film credits include "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" in which she portrays Mary and "Critters" in which she portrays Helen Brown. Tuc Watkins Tuc Watkins has appeard in "The Mummy" as Mr. Burns as well as "Can't Stop Dancing" as Reuben Clairmont. Terri Treas Terri Treas has appeared in the film "Headin' for Broadway" as Carrie Richards. Dwight Frye Lakin Gordon Thorpe Gordon Thorpe has appeard in the film "Along Came Youth" as Neetsfoot Boy. Lawrence Hugh Beaumont Hugh Beaumont appeared in movies such as "The Mole People" as Dr. Jud Bellamin and "Lost Continent" as Robert Phillips. Marguerite Marsh Marguerite Marsh has appeard in films such as "The Lion's Mouse" in which she portrays Olga Beverly and "Face to Face" in which she portrays Helen Marsley. Paige Peterson Paige Peterson has appeared in "The Hot Chick" as Jessica Cheer Girl and "The Comebacks" as Trotter Dancer. William Shockley William Shockley has appeared in movies such as "Stolen Women, Captured Hearts" as General George Armstrong Custer and "Treasure Raiders" as Beekeeper. Leavenworth Eugene Burr Eugene Burr has appeared in films such as "The Pretender" as Othelo Actwell as well as "Irish Eyes" as Guy Ormsby. Melissa Etheridge Melissa Etheridge has appeard in "1 a Minute" and "The Sissy Duckling". George Turner George Turner appeared in "Sally Bishop" as Arthur. Leawood Holley Fain Holley Fain is known for her appearances in "Law and Order: Criminal Intent" as Angela Caldera and Stacey. Lenexa Kathleen LaGue Kathleen Lague has appeared in the film "Full Grown Men" as Operator. Lyndon Barry McDaniel Barry McDaniel has appeared in films such as Der junge Lord as Secretary and Der Opernball as Paul Aubier. Manhattan Del Close Del Close can be seen in "The Blob" as Reverend Meeker as well as "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" as English Teacher. Cassandra Peterson Cassandra Peterson is best known for her portrayal of Elvira. Miltonvale Patrice Wymore Patrice Wymore can be seen in the film "I'll See You in My Dreams" as Gloria Knight as well as "Ocean's Eleven" as Adele Ekstrom. Oakley Darin Cooper Darin Cooper can be seen in "The Social Network" as Facebook Lawyer. Olathe Larry Parks Larry Parks can be seen in "Harmon of Michigan" as Harvey as well as "Hey, Rookie" as Jim Leighter. Charles 'Buddy' Rogers Charles 'Buddy' Rogers can be seen in flims such as "My Best Girl" as Larry Brooks as well as "Wings" as Jack Powell. Oskaloosa James Reynolds James Reynolds has appeared in movies such as "C.H.O.M.P.S" as Reporter as well as "The Magic of Lassie" as Officer Wilson. Overland Park Tom Kane Tom Kane's voice can be heard in movies such as "9" as Dictator as well as "Rugrats Go Wild" as Darwin. John Lehr John Lehr is appeared in movies such as "Since You've Been Gone" as Ron Dorfman as well as "The Sweetest Thing" as Ralph. Josh Meyer Josh Meyer has appeared in "No Country for Old Men" as Border Bridge Youth. Tipper Newton Tipper Newton has appeared in "The Mountain, the River, and the Road" as Cat. Paola Reb Russell Reb Russell has appeared in "The Cheyenne Tornado" as Cheyenne Kid. Parsons Jamie Anne Allman Jamie Anne Allman can be seen in "The Notebook" as Martha Shaw. Zasu Pitts Zasu Pitts can be see in "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" as Gertie - Switchboard Operator as well as "This Could Be the Night" as Mrs. Katie Shea.	Kari Wahlgren Piqua Buster Keaton Buster Keaton can be seen in "Around the World in Eighty Days" as Train Conductor and "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" as Erronius. Pittsburg Roy Glenn Roy Glenn can be seen in "Escape from the Planet of the Apes" as Lawyer as well as "A Raisin in the Sun" as Willie Harris. Pratt Bill Farmer Bill Farmer's voice has been used in many Disney films as Goofy. Rice Arlen Dean Snyder Arlen Dean Snyder can be seen in movies such as "Kansas" in which he portrays George Bayles as well as "No Man's Land" as Lieutenant Curtis Loos. Salina Dwight Frye Dwight Frye can be seen in "Dracula" as Renfield and "Frankenstein" as Fritz. George Murdock George Murdock can be seen in "The X- Files" as Second Elder and "Orange County" as Bob Beugler. Smith Center Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle has appeared in movies such as "The Dollar-a-Year Man" as Franklin Pinney and "Brewster's Millions" as Monte Brewster. Soldier John Judd John Judd can be seen in movies such as "Out of Luck" in which he plays 'Pig' Hurley and "The Texas Kid" in which he plays Roy. Sylvia Jack Walters Jack Walters has appeared in movies such as "Wild West Romance" as Sheriff as well as "Frontiers of '49" as Auctioneer Pete Martin. Topeka Brandon Quintin Adams Brandon Quintin Adams appeared in the film "The Sandlot" as Kenny DeNunez and "The Mighty Ducks" as Jesse Hall. Annette Bening Annette Bening has appeared in movies such as "Open Range" as Sue Barlow and "Mars Attacks!" as Barbara Land. Gregg Binkley Gregg Binkley can be seen in movies such as "State of Play" in which he portrays Ferris as well as "Galaxy Quest" in which he portrays Fan #3. George Dickerson George Dickerson has appeared in "Space Raiders" as Traction as well as "No Mercy" as Reblue. Bob Duncan Bob Duncan can be seen in the movies "The Parson and the Outlaw" as Marshal Pat Garrett as well as "The Marshal's Daughter" as 'Trigger Gans. Eric Edwards Eric Edwards has appeard in the film "Dead in Love" in which he portrays Danny. Carson Elrod Carson Elrod has appeared in the films "Kissing Jessica Stein" as Sebastian as well as "Wedding Crashers" as Flip. Dennis McMullen Dennis McMullen has appeared in the film "The Money" as Howard. Ted North Ted North has appeared in "The Ox-Bow Incident" as Joyce and "Thunder Birds [Soldiers of the Air]" as Cadet Hackzell. Sheila Ryan Sheila Ryan can be seen in the film "On Top of Old Smoky" as Lila. Travis Schuldt Travis Schuldt appeared in the film "Major Movie Star" as SFC Harrison. He is to appear in the movie "The Giant Mechanical Man" as Hal Baker in 2012. Lois Smith Lois Smith has appeared in "Truman" as Maggie Wallace Gates and "Twister" as Meg Greene. Wichita Ryil Adamson Ryil Adamson has appeared in the movie "Believe in Me" in which he plays Myerson. Bill Allen Bill Allen has appeared in the movie "Rad" as Cru. Kirstie Alley Kirstie Alley has appeared in movies such as "It Takes Two" as Diane Barrows and "Toothless" as Dr. Katherine Lewis. Bevan Bell Bevan Bell can be seen in "A Cowboy's Silver Lining" as Billy as well as "Divine Manipulation of the Threads" as Abraham Ashley. Al Corley Al Corley can be seen in "Cowby Up" as Dr. Fremont as well as "Bigger than the Sky" as Guy in Line. Ruby Dandrige Ruby Dandrige has been in the movies "A Hole in the Head" in which she portrays Sally and "My Wild Irish Rose" in which she portrays Della. Tamara Feldman Tamara Feldman can be seen in "Echelon Conspiracy" as Kamila. Alan Fudge Alan Fudge has been in movies such as "Bug" as Prof. Mark Ross and "Edward Scissorhands" as Loan Officer. Neal Jones Neal Jones can be seen in "Dirty Dancing" as Billy Kostecki and "Glengarry Glen Ross" as Man in Donut Shop. Etta McDaniel Etta McDaniel has appeared in "The Lawless Nineties" as Mandy Lou Schaefer as well as "Living on Love" as Lizbeth. Hattie McDaniel Hattie McDaniel has appeared in "Gone With the Wind" as Mammy - House Servant and "Since You Went Away" as Fidelia. Sam McDaniel Sam McDaniel can be seen in "All Through the Night" as Deacon and "Love Letters of a Star" as Garage Attendant. Kendall Schmidt Kendall Schmidt can be seen in the movie "Big Time Christmas" as Kendall Knight. Kenneth Schmidt Kenneth Schmidt has been in the movie "Big Brother Trouble" as Peter. Vivian Schilling Vivian Schilling can be seen in the movies "Future Shock" in which she portrays Jenny Porter as well as "Savage Land" in which she portrays Clara. David Rees Snell David Rees Snell can be seen in the movies "Truman" as Reporter #2 as well as "Monday After the Miracle" as William Alexander". Winfield Darren E. Burrows Darren E. Burrows has appeared in the movie "The Siege at Ruby Ridge" as Kevin Harris. Eugene Pallette Eugene Pallette can be seen in "The Adventures of Robin Hood" as Friar Tuck as well as "The Mark of Zorro" as Fray Felipe.

*All information reguarding the movies each actor/ actress has appeared in was found on www.imdb.com.
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