Arnold Johnson (November 15, 1921—April 10, 2000) was an actor who played the lead role in the film Putney Swope. In the film his voice was dubbed by Robert Downey Sr. because Johnson could never remember his lines. He also had a recurring role as one of Fred Sanford's neighbors in Sanford & Son. November 15 is the 319th day of the year (320th in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar, with 46 days remaining. ... 1921 (MCMXXI) was a common year starting on Saturday (see link for calendar). ... April 10 is the 100th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (101st in leap years). ... This article is about the year 2000. ... Putney Swope is a 1969 film written and directed by Robert Downey Sr. ... Robert Downey Sr. ... Fred G. Sanford was the name of a fictional character portrayed by actor/comedian Redd Foxx on the 1972-1977 NBC sitcom Sanford and Son. ... Redd Foxx as Fred Sanford. ...