John Adams Gates — National Treasure Character Profile

About John Adams Gates

Ben's grandfather and historian.

John Adams Gates — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Historical research, Storytelling, Archival work, Deduction, Legacy preservation

• Strength: 4/10
• Intelligence: 7.5/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 3/10

Quick Facts about John Adams Gates

Occupation

treasure hunter

John Adams Gates's Known Relations

• Patrick Gates — Child

Character Facts

Played by

Christopher Plummer

Appears in

National Treasure (2004)

Role

Supporting

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• Peter Sadusky (Harvey Keitel)
• Agent Johnson (Mark Pellegrino)
• Abigail's Secretary (Arabella Field)
• Agent Hendricks (Armando Riesco)
• Agent Dawes (Annie Parisse)
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