Mr. Machen — The Fog Character Profile

About Mr. Machen

An elderly townsman who recounts the legend of the Elizabeth Dane shipwreck to children by a beach campfire on the eve of the town's centennial. His story foreshadows the impending supernatural events.

Character Facts

Played by

John Houseman

Appears in

The Fog (1980)

Role

Supporting

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