Michael Ansara

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Characters played by Michael Ansara

Kane — Buck Rogers in the 25th Century (1979)

Minor character in the 25th Century setting.

Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze — Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero (1998)

Cryogenic scientist turned villain seeking a cure for his terminally ill wife.

Judas (uncredited) — The Robe (1953)

Background figure, possibly a disciple or citizen, with minimal screen presence.

Dr. Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze (voice) — Batman Beyond: The Movie (1999)

Voice actor for the cryogenically frozen villain

Abu Sufyan — The Message (1976)

Abu Sufyan is a Meccan leader who comes to Medina after Muslim camps are raided, denying Meccan responsibility and arguing that robbers broke the truce. Before the attack, he seeks an audience with the Muslim leader; the surrender terms then protect people in his house.

Colonel Diego — Guns of the Magnificent Seven (1969)

Military officer involved in the political conflict.

John Singing Rock — The Manitou (1978)

John is an aging Native American medicine man who understands manitou, the spirits present in all things. He initially refuses Harry's request for help but later agrees to assist for payment and tobacco, protects Karen and Harry in the hospital, and attempts to channel the spirits of electrical machines against the supernatural threat.

Charlie — Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy (1955)

Companion in the Egyptian tomb adventure with the mummy.

Daniel Santee — Day of the Animals (1977)

Native American guide leading the hiking group. He advocates for a safer descent route after Jenson's mutiny and survives the wilderness ordeal by floating downriver with Buckner and Terry until military rescue.

Mayor Pablo — Quick, Let's Get Married (1964)

Corrupt town official who schemes to exploit the supposed miracle, believing a local woman knows the treasure's location and attempting to seize it for personal gain.

Ptince Dragna — Harum Scarum (1965)

The king's brother, Ptince Dragna is secretly the mastermind behind the assassination plot. He uses the conspiracy to seize Bar Esalaam and rule through force. After Johnny and the king help defeat his faction, the king overcomes him in a chess game and chooses banishment rather than execution.

Kamiakin — Pillars of the Sky (1956)

Kamiakin is a chief whose anger over the cavalry's movements makes him a particular focus of the growing tensions. He is involved in the conflict against the soldiers, but after a particularly bloodthirsty act, one of his own people kills him. His death helps Bell and the chiefs agree to seek peace.

Career Overview

Michael Ansara has 125 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Their work spans 11 cinematic universes — most prominently Batman Beyond Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero, Batman Beyond: The Movie, The Manitou. 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
125
Birth Date
1922-04-15
Birth Place
Beirut, French Mandate for Syria and the Lebanon [now Lebanon]

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Universe traveler — spans 11 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1276579), public domain (CC0).