John Wray

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Characters played by John Wray

Himmelstoss — All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)

Abusive drill sergeant sent to the front, quickly killed in combat.

Farmer — Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936)

The Farmer is a dispossessed man who confronts Longfellow Deeds at his mansion with a gun. He condemns Deeds as a wealthy man who appears unwilling to help desperate people, despite treating horses generously. His confrontation changes Deeds's outlook and inspires the plan to provide fully equipped farms for homeless families willing to work the land.

Stanley — The Amazing Mr. Williams (1939)

Suspect arrested for a $25,000 bank burglary. He claims coercion by a mastermind, prompting Kenny to investigate further, clear his name, and uncover the true killer.

Hendricks — The Cat and the Canary (1939)

Hendricks is the security guard found prowling outside the mansion. He reports that a murderer called the Cat has escaped from a nearby asylum, then hides in a dark cranny in the passageway. When the Cat passes him, Hendricks takes the necklace but is stabbed in the back and killed.

Weasel (uncredited) — Boys Town (1938)

Minor character, likely a street associate or minor antagonist in urban scenes.

The Frog — The Miracle Man (1932)

Frog is one of Doc's fellow crooks and a contortionist. Doc uses him in a staged miracle, presenting him as transformed from a crippled state to perfect health in order to exploit belief in the Patriarch's healing. Later, Frog refuses to support Doc's extortion efforts, alongside Helen and Harry.

Detective Lieut. Sheehan — The Death Kiss (1932)

Detective Lieut. Sheehan is the homicide investigator assigned to Myles Brent's death. Franklyn Drew gives him the recovered .38-caliber bullet, and he examines the insurance-related letter and later takes Marcia Lane into custody. He also receives suspects and evidence as Drew's investigation exposes the murder plot.

Kenneth Stone — Quick Millions (1931)

Dorothy's wealthy brother who reluctantly partners with Bugs to protect his family's business interests. He accepts Bugs' control over the racket to avoid financial ruin and integrates him into their social circle.

Joe Prividi — New York Nights (1929)

Racketeer and musical show producer. He uses Fred's song, courts Jill overprotectively, shoots a gambler who harasses her, and later orders Fred's assassination out of jealousy before being imprisoned.

Sparks — A Man Betrayed (1936)

The leader of a gang based at a boxing gym who shelters Frank and Curtis when they are fleeing the police. He offers Curtis money to replace the injured Roundhouse in an upcoming fight, with Frank's surrender at stake if Curtis loses. Later, Sparks and two of his men investigate the frame-up and obtain Smokey's confession.

Inspector Crofton — Green Eyes (1934)

A law enforcement official leading the investigation into the murder at the masked party.

Foreman of Janitors — The Match King (1932)

Kroll's foreman in Chicago, whom Kroll persuades to keep a fired employee on the payroll so they can split the worker's salary. The scheme grows into eight phantom workers and helps Kroll accumulate the money he needs to return to Sweden. The foreman is an early partner in Kroll's wage fraud.

Career Overview

John Wray has 78 screen credits in a career dating back to 1929. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Boys Town Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include All Quiet on the Western Front, The Czar of Broadway, What Price Safety!. 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
78
Birth Date
1887-02-12
Birth Place
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q912559), public domain (CC0).