John Agar

John Agar (31 January 1921 – 7 April 2002) was an American actor who appeared in over 70 films throughout his career, primarily in the 1940s and 1950s. He is perhaps best known for his work in classic Hollywood productions such as Fort Apache, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, and Tarantula. He also appeared in several science fiction and horror films, including The Brain from Planet Arous and Attack of the Puppet People. He was married to actress Shirley Temple from 1945 to 1949.

A publicity still from The Mole People 1956
Films

The Mole People 1956

The Mole People 1956 follows a group of archaeologists who discover an underground civilization of mutated humans and monstrous creatures.

Scene from Revenge of the Creature 1955
Films

Revenge of the Creature 1955

Revenge of the Creature 1955 follows the prehistoric Gill-man’s escape from an oceanarium and subsequent search for a mate.

Scene from Tarantula 1955
Films

Tarantula 1955

Tarantula 1955 follows a scientist’s attempt to develop a nutrient that can end world hunger, but results in the creation of a giant, deadly tarantula that terrorizes the surrounding countryside.