Harold's uncle who lost an arm serving under General MacArthur in WWII. Mrs. Chasen sends Harold to him to encourage military enlistment, but Harold stages a protest scene to deter the recruitment.
Resentful trustee who sabotages Crewe and accidentally kills Caretaker.
The train's dimwitted brakeman who suffers extreme stress during a near-collision. He is thrown from the caboose when the brakes are released and dies from a broken neck.
A minor soldier or scout appearing in the opening military roundup, representing the broader force involved in capturing the Apache group.
Lyman Vunk is the Busterburger CEO and Mia's father. He conducts the oral portion of the students' final examination and later arrives at the wrecked restaurant without noticing the broader disaster, focusing instead on a burnt chicken that inspires a possible new line of chicken sandwiches.
A Western Union messenger who delivers telegrams to families about loved ones lost overseas. He plays a dominant role in the narrative.
Townsperson with brief narrative appearances.
Colonel Kincaid is the headmaster of West Andover military academy. Stanley is sent to his office after being late, and Kincaid later removes him from the soccer team after witnessing the bullying rather than punishing the aggressors. During the final ritual, possessed Stanley decapitates Kincaid.
Charles Tyner has 50 screen credits in a career dating back to 1959. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Lassie TV Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Emperor of the North, Harold and Maude, Pete's Dragon. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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