Richard Long

Richard Long (1927-1974) was an American actor.

Born in Chicago, he started acting in films as soon as he left high school. His first was Tomorrow is Forever (1946), playing Claudette Colbert's son. He initially played juvenile supporting roles, but went on to play the lead.

He was also regularly on TV, for example in 77 Sunset Strip, Bourbon Street Beat and The Big Valley.

He died of a heart ailment.

Films include

• 1946: Tomorrow is Forever
• 1947: The Egg and I
• 1949: Ma and Pa Kettle
• 1950: Kansas Raiders (playing Frank James)
• 1955: Cult of the Cobra
• 1964: Make Like a Thief (also co-directed)