Sir Joseph Whemple — The Mummy Character Profile

About Sir Joseph Whemple

Wealthy patron funding the archaeological expedition.

Sir Joseph Whemple — Character Profile

Alignment

Neutral

Species

Human

Abilities

Wealth, Patronage, Social influence, Logistics, Diplomacy

• Strength: 3/10
• Intelligence: 6/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 6/10
• Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by

Arthur Byron

Appears in

The Mummy (1932)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• Sir Joseph Whemple — Professional Employer — Ralph Norton (Bramwell Fletcher)

  Norton serves as the expedition's assistant under Whemple's patronage.

• Sir Joseph Whemple — Social Friend — Dr. Muller (Edward Van Sloan)

  Muller and Whemple share a long-standing friendship and professional partnership.

• Sir Joseph Whemple — Conflict Victim — Imhotep / Ardath Bey (Boris Karloff)

  Whemple becomes the first major casualty of Imhotep's return to power.

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