Sawyer is Macy's store psychologist, brought in at Julian Shellhammer's suggestion to evaluate Kris. He declares Kris dangerous and recommends commitment because of supposed latent maniacal tendencies. After Kris strikes him with an umbrella, Sawyer takes him to Bellevue Hospital, and R.H. Macy later fires him after Sawyer's testimony and conduct damage the case.
The skeptical editor and publisher of the Albuquerque Sun-Bulletin who hires Tatum for $60. He represents the local press and ultimately offers Tatum his job back before Tatum collapses and dies.
Police official assisting with the Wynant case. Provides procedural support.
The owner of the remote roadside diner. He is described by his estranged wife as a dull defeated man. He runs the establishment alongside his daughter and father.
A judge in the Old West, he is accidentally shot in the rear when Freddie fires at Blackie after catching him flirting with another woman. The shooting prompts Freddie and her friend Conchita to take flight, setting the events that bring them to the small town into motion.
Peter Perrie is Judy's ill father, desperate for money so they can return to the United States. After General Yang forces him to take O'Hara's money to Brighton, Peter betrays Yang, buys steamship tickets, and hides the remaining funds. He shoots O'Hara when discovered, but O'Hara gains control and kills him.
Mayor Bradley is the mayor whose cooperation Stephen Recka controls through political influence. Recka orders him to alter the city's development plans so the district around Margaret Van Kase's house will be spared, using the decision to improve his standing with her and advance his pursuit of respectable society.
A passenger on Marvin's plane who first appears to be a man named Mr. Caslon. At the farm, he confesses to Marvin that his real identity is Chalmers, the embezzler sought by authorities, and says his blonde secretary persuaded him to commit the crime. His admission adds to Marvin's suspicions about Dee Dee.
The local banker whose daughter is Mary McCloud. He represents the established, law-abiding economic and social order in Lawrence.
Lattimer's informant, McCall is connected to the shipment of rifles intended for the Indians. After Hickok kills Lattimer and holds Lattimer's henchmen for the cavalry, McCall shoots Hickok in the back while Hickok is playing poker with them in Deadwood, fatally ending Hickok's part in the story.
Businessman or civic leader whose decisions impact church property and community development.
Ted's former detective partner who reluctantly returns to work with him. He is soon found dead, making his murder a central part of the case Ted must solve.
Porter Hall has 75 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Bulldog Drummond (John Howard) Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Miracle on 34th Street, Double Indemnity, Ace in the Hole. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 7 universes
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