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Albert Reed Jr.

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
5Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 28, 1910
Birth Place: Texas, USA

About Albert Reed Jr.

Albert Reed Jr. was an American actor and law enforcement officer. He is best known for his recurring role as Alderman Fred Davis on the 1970s sitcom, Good Times. He also had a recurring role on the children's adventure series The Secret of Isis as Dr. Joshua Barnes and made guest appearances on The Jeffersons and Sanford & Son. On Sanford & Son, he appeared in the role of Grady Wilson, a cousin of Fred's, a part he played for just one episode; another role which involved a character named Grady Wilson, a longtime friend of Fred, would later go to actor Whitman Mayo. He portrayed "Lieutenant Ned Ordway" in the original Airport movie, a case of art imitating life, as Reed was also an airport law enforcement official. Outside of his acting career, Reed also served with the Security Division at Los Angeles International Airport from 1959–1983, ending his career as the Chief of Security, 1979–1983.

Albert Reed Jr. Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Albert Reed Jr. reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Albert Reed Jr.'s work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Albert Reed Jr.'s films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Airport, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Albert Reed Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Albert Reed Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Albert Reed Jr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 A Matter of Life and Death - Flop Similar →
1977 A Piece of the Action Randolph Ballard Average Similar →
1976 Kingston Coroner Flop Similar →
1973 Chase Chief Dawson Flop Similar →
1970 Airport Ned Ordway Hit Similar →

Albert Reed Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Albert Reed Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Albert Reed Jr. is "Airport" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Albert Reed Jr. acted in?

Albert Reed Jr. has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Albert Reed Jr.?

Other notable films include "A Piece of the Action", "Chase", and "Kingston".

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