H.B. Warner

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Characters played by H.B. Warner

Mr. Gower — It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Mr. Gower is the pharmacist George helps during George's youth. When Mr. Gower is grieving and distracted, George notices that a customer's medicine could be poisoned and prevents the fatal mistake. In Clarence's alternate timeline, George is absent, so Mr. Gower poisons the customer and is jailed for manslaughter.

Maharajah — The Rains Came (1939)

Major Rama Safti is preparing to meet with the Maharajah while working as a doctor in Ranchipur. The summary gives no further details about the meeting or the Maharajah’s actions, so his role in the described events is limited to being the person Safti is due to meet.

Mr. Ramsey — You Can't Take It with You (1938)

A factory owner and Kirby's business competitor who refuses to sell his property. He dies of a heart attack after confronting Kirby about his ruthlessness, leaving a final warning that Kirby will end up ruined and alone.

Judge May — Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936)

Judge May presides over the sanity hearing intended to determine who should control Longfellow Deeds's fortune. The hearing becomes the setting for John Cedar's allegations and Babe Bennett's emotional defense of Deeds. After Deeds answers the accusations and dismantles Cedar's case, the judge rules that Deeds is sane and exceptionally rational.

Dr. Enrico Paoli — The Corsican Brothers (1942)

The physician who attends Countess Franchi's childbirth and tells Count Victor Franchi that separating the Siamese twins would be dangerous. After the attack, Paoli saves the babies and successfully separates them, arranging for Mario to be raised by the Dupres while Lucien remains with Lorenzo. Years later, he reunites the brothers and helps Mario survive Colonna's torture by making him appear dead.

Rev. Hollingsworth — Driftwood (1947)

Rev. Hollingsworth is Jenny's great-grandfather and the preacher at an apparently abandoned church. When his sermon falters, Jenny helps complete a scripture quotation; she calls him Grandpappy. He joins her in the pew and dies at the beginning of the story, leaving Jenny alone.

Justice Hawthorne — All That Money Can Buy (1941)

A historical figure and magistrate from the Salem witch trials, appointed by the Devil to preside over the trial meant to condemn the farmer.

Mr. Carrington — Topper Returns (1941)

Ann's ailing father and head of the family fortune.

Chang — Lost Horizon (1937)

A resident who rescues the crash survivors and guides them to Shangri-La. He later clarifies the true age of Maria and assists in the departure of the trio.

Lewis Dike — Wedding Rings (1929)

A wealthy clubman who initially falls for Cornelia but is seduced by her sister Eve. He marries Eve but grows dissatisfied with her modern lifestyle and social circle. Upon learning of Eve's affair with Wilfred, he realizes his mistake and reconciles with Cornelia.

Felix O'Day — Felix O'Day (1920)

Felix O'Day is the title character, portrayed by H. B. Warner, who is identified as the film's star. The available plot summary provides no account of Felix's actions, circumstances, or relationships, so those details cannot be established from the supplied information.

James Darwin — The Gamblers (1929)

James Darwin is a prosecutor in the attorney general's office and Catherine's husband. Though he claims to be traveling to Washington, he stays in New York after learning Catherine is with Carvel. He obtains the genuine notes for a prosecution, then orders Carvel arrested after finding him in his home.

Career Overview

H.B. Warner has 133 screen credits in a career dating back to 1900. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Bulldog Drummond (John Howard) Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include It's a Wonderful Life, Cross-Examination, The King of Kings. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
133
Birth Date
1876-10-25
Birth Place
London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1562547), public domain (CC0).