Sam Laxter — The Case of the Black Cat Character Profile

About Sam Laxter

Grandson of Peter Laxter who inherits the estate and clashes with the caretaker.

Sam Laxter — Character Profile

Alignment

Villain

Species

Human

Abilities

Estate management, Intimidation, Financial planning

• Strength: 6/10
• Intelligence: 6/10
• Charisma: 5/10
• Morality: 4/10
• Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by

Bill Elliott

Appears in

The Case of the Black Cat (1936)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Sam Laxter — Alliance Co-Heir — Frank Oafley (Craig Reynolds)

  Sam and Frank share the inheritance and become co-heirs.

  The plot states that Sam Laxter and Frank Oafley inherit Peter Laxter's estate together.

• Sam Laxter — Family Grandfather — Peter Laxter (Harry Davenport)

  Peter is Sam's grandfather within the Laxter family.

  The plot identifies Sam Laxter as Peter Laxter's grandson.

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