Oscar Levant

Oscar Levant

Oscar Levant (December 27, 1906 – August 14, 1972) was an American pianist, composer, author, comedian, and actor. He was more famous for his mordant character and witticisms, on the radio and in movies and television, than for his music.

Known For

The Band Wagon

as Lester Marton

Nothing Sacred

Original Music Composer

Cast Credits

The Cobweb

as Mr. Capp

The Band Wagon

as Lester Marton

The I Don't Care Girl

as Charles Bennett

O. Henry's Full House

as William Smith (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief")

You Were Meant for Me

as Oscar Hoffman

Humoresque

as Sid Jeffers

Rhapsody in Blue

as Oscar Levant

Kiss the Boys Goodbye

as Dick Rayburn

Rhythm on the River

as Billy Starbuck

Information Please: Series 1, No. 10

as Himself - Resident Panel Expert

Night Parade

as Ann Pennington's Piano Accompanist

The Dance of Life

as Jerry Evans

Crew Credits

Nothing Sacred

Original Music Composer

In Person

Original Music Composer

Crime Without Passion

Additional Music

Let's Try Again

Original Music Composer