Jon Cedar

Jon Cedar (1931-2011) was an American actor who appeared in more than sixty films and television shows during his career. He was best known for his recurring role as Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the television series Hogan's Heroes. After serving in the U.S. military during the Korean War, he honed his craft in high school theatre before joining his family in traveling musical and off-Broadway productions. Later, he graced the stage with the Players Ring theatre troupe in Hollywood. With a filmography boasting over 60 film and television appearances, Cedar's most prominent role was undoubtedly Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the beloved series "Hogan's Heroes." He also graced the silver screen in films like "Capricorn One," "Death Hunt," "The Manitou," and "The Concorde... Airport '79." His television appearances were equally impressive, featuring guest roles on numerous iconic shows including "Matlock," "Barnaby Jones," "Kojak," and "Murder, She Wrote." Married to Barbara Joan Shandell and father to two children, Jon Cedar continued acting until his passing in Los Angeles, California at the age of 80.

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Capricorn One 1977Movie +4 as F.B.I. Man Number 1

Feds! 1988Movie as Senior Agent

Death Hunt 1981Movie as Hawkins

The Concorde... Airport '79 1979Movie as Froelich

Day of the Animals 1977Movie +4 as Frank Young

The Manitou 1978Movie as Dr. Jack Hughes

Messenger of Death 1988Movie +4 as Saul

Swashbuckler 1976Movie as Pirate Gun Captain

In Love and War 1987Movie as Bud Salsig

Murder in Mind 1997Movie as Superior Officer

Wake Me When the War Is Over 1969Movie +1 as Flarger

Love Shack 2010Movie as Sebastian Bulge

Interceptor 1992Movie as Elliot

The Quick and the Dead 1963Movie +2 as Lt. Rogers

Little Cigars 1973Movie as Faust