An informant who tips off the police about the speakeasy. He is subsequently ambushed and executed by Spats Colombo and his henchmen.
Background Roman noble or soldier appearing in court or arena scenes.
Rico's henchman who accompanies him when Rico confronts Joe and Olga. After Rico unexpectedly cannot kill Joe, Otero tries to do it himself and wounds Joe. Rico wrestles the gun away, while Otero is chased and killed by Sgt. Flaherty and another officer.
Suki Yaki is a Japanese representative who enters with Benito Mussolini and is involved in a chain of stolen gifts and life-insurance policies surrounding Hitler. His miniature airplane malfunctions and strikes Hitler, and he later pretends not to recognize Hitler when Hitler faces a firing squad. He bargains for the Pacific before chasing Gesatan into the explosives-filled storage room.
A townsman who initially hides his claim of being attacked by a vampire. His subsequent death fuels public suspicion and mob violence against Herman Gleib.
Benny is a feeble-minded flower vendor who follows Gladys Fontaine and fears for her safety. He poisons coffee meant for Floyd, but Gladys drinks it and dies. Though his confession is dismissed, he befriends Robert and reveals that Gladys was thrown from Floyd's houseboat. Later, he uses poisoned coffee to protect Hilda.
Street-smart informant and loyal sidekick who assists Blackie with investigations.
Boxing associate or bookie involved in the fixed match scheme.
An anarchist and convicted murderer scheduled for execution, who is likely innocent due to wrongful conviction amidst anti-red sentiments. He escapes custody during an interview, hides in a rolltop desk with the help of Johnson and Burns, and is later discovered by reporters before the political cover-up unfolds.
Blackie's loyal sidekick, assists in investigations and schemes.
Blackie's loyal and dim-witted sidekick who assists in investigations.
Boston Blackie's loyal sidekick and frequent partner in solving crimes.
George E. Stone has 158 screen credits in a career dating back to 1921. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Boston Blackie Collection with 12 titles. Signature works include Some Like It Hot, Slightly Scarlet, The Devil with Hitler. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
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