Tom Elder — The Sons of Katie Elder Character Profile

About Tom Elder

Second brother and a professional gambler. Joins his siblings to reclaim their family ranch. During the conflict, he attempts to kidnap Hastings' son Dave to extract a confession, though he is wounded in the process.

Tom Elder — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Dean Martin

Appears in

The Sons of Katie Elder (1965)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (2)

• Tom Elder — Family Siblings — John Elder (John Wayne)

  Eldest brothers who coordinate their efforts to clear their family name.

• Tom Elder — Family Siblings — Matt Elder (Earl Holliman)

  Brothers who share the burden of their mother's unfulfilled expectations.

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