Josef Allen Hynek was an American astronomer, professor, and ufologist. He is perhaps best remembered for his UFO research. Hynek acted as scientific advisor to UFO studies undertaken by the U.S. Air Force under three projects: Project Sign (1947–1949), Project Grudge (1949–1951), and Project Blue Book (1952–1969).
Known For
| Birth Location | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
|---|---|
| Born | 1910-05-01 |
| Died | 1986-04-27 |
Movies
The Phenomenon
as Self (archive footage)
2020
UFOs: 50 Years of Denial?
as Himself
1997
The UFO Experience
as Himself
1982
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
as Man Smoking Pipe at Landing Site (uncredited)
1977
UFO's Are Here!
as Self
1977
J. Allen Hynek hasn't worked on any movies or TV shows