Spider O'Brien — Follow the Leader Character Profile

About Spider O'Brien

The gang's tall, gentle-hearted member whose natural apprehension drives much of the tension and comedy. His reactions heavily influence the group's navigation of the haunted house ordeal and other high-stress situations.

Character Facts

Played by

William Benedict

Appears in

Follow the Leader (1944)

Role

Supporting

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