J.J. Van Buren — Professor Beware Character Profile

About J.J. Van Buren

Jane's wealthy father who initially accuses Dean of being a fortune hunter. He ultimately accepts Dean as a son-in-law after witnessing his bravery and devotion.

Character Facts

Played by

Thurston Hall

Appears in

Professor Beware (1938)

Role

Supporting

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• Jane Van Buren (Phyllis Welch)
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• Jerry (Lionel Stander)
• Snoop Donlan (William Frawley)
• Rupert (the groom) (Sterling Holloway)
• The bride (Mary Lawrence)
• Mrs. Ophelia Pitts (Cora Witherspoon)
• Gas Station Attendant in Desert (Arthur Aylesworth)
• Painter (Irving Bacon)
• Motorcycle Cop (Ward Bond)
• Shoeshine Customer (Billy Bletcher)