Phillip Reed

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Characters played by Phillip Reed

Uncas — The Last of the Mohicans (1936)

The son of Chingachgook and one of the last surviving members of the Mohican tribe, Uncas helps rescue Alice Munro, Cora Munro, and Maj. Duncan Heyward. He falls in love with Cora, tracks her after her abduction, frees her, and dies after Magua sends him over a cliff.

Eddie Smith — A Gentleman After Dark (1942)

Harry's male criminal partner, Eddie wants to team up with Flo when Harry announces his intention to reform. Harry agrees to join them for a final jewel heist, but Eddie tries to frame him afterward. Harry discovers Eddie embracing Flo, and kills him in the ensuing gunfight.

Gaston LeFarge — British Agent (1934)

Gaston LeFarge is one of the Western men waiting in Russia with Stephen after the diplomatic evacuation. He later joins Stephen, Bob Medill, and Tito Del Val in supporting counterrevolutionary forces, and is killed with Tito while attempting to contact a rebel military leader.

Robert Collier — The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing (1955)

Robert Collier presents Stanford White and his wife with an advance issue of a magazine featuring an article about White's celebrated architectural projects. His brief appearance establishes White's prominence and public reputation before the story turns to White's involvement with Evelyn and his conflict with Harry.

Tommy Drake — Song of the Thin Man (1947)

Jazz bandleader aboard the Fortune. First murder victim in Song of the Thin Man.

King Toranshah — Harum Scarum (1965)

The ruler of Bar Esalaam and Shalimar's father, King Toranshah becomes the target of the assassination plot. He believes Johnny's explanation that blackmail forced him into the scheme and helps him infiltrate the enemy's base. After the town is recovered, he defeats his brother and restores order without killing him.

Freddie Dysen — Bodyguard (1948)

Freddie Dysen is Gene Dysen's relative and the person who first offers Mike Carter a bodyguard job. He claims that Fenton is stealing through a meat fraud, but Carter comes to believe Freddie is involved with Fenton. Freddie ultimately reveals a plan to frame Fenton, attacks Doris, and fights Carter before being taken into custody.

Richard 'Dick' Connolly — Her Sister's Secret (1946)

Dick is a soldier who meets Toni at Pepe's during World War II and proposes to her the following morning. Toni asks to wait six weeks before they meet again, but his leave is canceled and the letter explaining this goes missing. After his discharge, he visits Renee's house looking for Toni.

Dr. Millbeck — The Case of the Curious Bride (1935)

Medical professional whose testimony and expertise impact the murder investigation.

John Guedel — People Are Funny (1946)

A radio producer whose popular show "Humbug" is immediately canceled for mocking the legal profession. He is panicked and contacts his girlfriend Corey to secure a replacement show under a tight deadline.

Lieutenant Avery — Rendezvous with Annie (1946)

One of Jeffrey's Air Force friends, Avery persuades him to go AWOL with the group so he can visit Annie. Avery takes Jeffrey to the Bongo Club, where his girlfriend Dolores performs. Later, fearing a court-martial, Avery initially denies that Jeffrey was there, but he is brought forward to support Jeffrey's account.

Jack Forrest — Klondike Annie (1936)

Jack Forrest is the young sheriff who becomes romantically interested in Rose while investigating her situation. His investigative role brings him into contact with Rose as she travels under Sister Annie's identity, although the synopsis does not describe the outcome of their romance.

Career Overview

Phillip Reed has 60 screen credits in a career dating back to 1933. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Big Town with 3 titles. Signature works include Unknown Island, Big Town Scandal, Big Town After Dark. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

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Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
60
Birth Date
1908-03-25 00:00:00

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3381095), public domain (CC0).