Richard Hale

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Characters played by Richard Hale

Gaspar (uncredited) — Ben-Hur (1959)

One of the Magi who witnesses the birth of Jesus.

Dr. Blane (uncredited) — Angels in the Outfield (1951)

Uncredited medical professional treating players.

Durand, the lawyer — The Man with a Cloak (1951)

Charles's lawyer summoned to update the estate documents. He inadvertently drinks the poisoned brandy meant for Charles, resulting in his own death.

Tyrus — Tower of London (1962)

A Moorish physician and sorcerer who advises Richard, showing him visions and a prophecy of becoming king. Disturbed by Richard's madness, he secretly helps Jasper rescue Margaret but is mortally wounded during the escape.

Sheriff (uncredited) — The Law and the Lady (1951)

The sheriff arrives with Inspector McGraw as Jane and Nigel are preparing to leave. Together they announce Lord Minden's death and Nigel's inheritance, then arrest Jane and Nigel for the £100 deception that began their criminal partnership.

Kofir — A Thousand and One Nights (1945)

A sorcerer waiting in the cave, Kofir persuades Aladdin to fetch a magic lamp and then seals the cave entrance with a boulder, demanding the lamp in exchange for release. Later, he watches the palace events through a magic crystal and poses as a merchant offering new lamps for old. After the lamp is exchanged, he becomes its master's servant, but dies of a stroke; Aladdin and Abdullah then recover the lamp.

Father Ferreira — The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima (1952)

Father Ferreira is the parish priest of Fátima and an important religious authority in the conflict over the children’s claims. He suggests that the visions may come from Satan, while the authorities close the church until he can reassure the parishioners that no visions have occurred or will occur.

Joe Rivers — Canyon Crossroads (1955)

Joe is one of Charlie Rivers's brothers. After finding Charlie's body, he follows the tracks to the cavern with Mickey. Joe forces Pete Barnwell to confess and kills him, then travels toward Moab with Mickey and encounters Larry, learning that Katherine is wounded and trapped.

Purdy — Friendly Persuasion (1956)

Purdy is a Quaker elder in the community who reacts harshly when Josh admits that he may be afraid to fight. He condemns people who do not believe as he does, representing a rigid interpretation of Quaker faith. His confrontation with Josh highlights the community's struggle over pacifism, courage, and responsibility.

Curator Raymond Halliday — The Devil's Mask (1946)

A museum curator connected to the investigation of the missing collection heads.

Rabbi David Levin — None Shall Escape (1944)

Rabbi David Levin is a Jewish religious leader caught in Wilhelm's mass deportation of Jews and other minorities. Wilhelm orders him to calm the crowd as they are forced onto a train, but the rabbi urges them to resist after realizing they face death. Nazi forces fire on the crowd, and Wilhelm personally kills him.

Career Overview

Richard Hale has 66 screen credits in a career dating back to 1916. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Lassie TV Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include A Star Shall Rise, Lassie, the Voyager, Queen Esther. 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
66
Birth Date
1892-11-16
Birth Place
Rogersville, Tennessee, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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