Military officer coordinating logistics and training for the convict squad.
Dragline is the informal leader of the prisoners when Luke arrives at the camp. He first fights Luke, but stops when Luke refuses to yield and later respects his toughness, helping create his nickname. Dragline becomes Luke's ally during the final escape, carries him after the shooting, and mourns him afterward.
Variant credit for Captain Ed Hocken in later films.
Weapons specialist carrying heavy artillery.
Exasperated but loyal police captain who constantly cleans up Frank's chaotic messes.
Linnet's cousin and fellow passenger
Frank's loyal, straight-laced police captain who serves as his mentor and comedic foil.
Catholic priest who joins Jewish hostages in solidarity during the hijacking.
Ben Bowman is Hemlock's friend and the supervisor, or ground man, of the Eiger climb. He runs an Arizona climbing school and helps restore Hemlock's physical condition before the expedition. During the rescue, Hemlock realizes Bowman is limping and identifies him as the assigned target.
Columbia Airlines VP and veteran aeronautics expert, central figure in multiple aviation emergencies.
Red Leary is a vicious former gang member who believes Thunderbolt betrayed the group. He abducts Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, later joins their robbery, and becomes increasingly violent during the escape. Red shoots no one himself in the account but discards the dying Goody, beats both partners, steals the loot, and is ultimately killed after a police pursuit.
One of the three former OSS men seeking the stolen gold. He threatens Regina and claims that Peter is working with the men pursuing the treasure. Herman is later murdered.
George Kennedy has 146 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Their work spans 17 cinematic universes — most prominently Airport with 4 titles. Signature works include The Dirty Dozen, Cool Hand Luke, The Gambler. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 17 universes
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