Police inspector who frequently collaborates with Nick. Respects his methods despite his unorthodox approach.
The circus strongman who acts as Carter's accomplice. He assaults Jeff to steal the hidden cash, initiating the central theft that drives the plot.
Red Hogan is one of the people stranded on the island with Benson and the others. He remains openly skeptical of Benson, whose apparent success in reviving Tanaa wins the islanders' trust and gives him growing power over the group.
A bumbling police sergeant handcuffed to Guy during his prison transport escape. After a physical struggle where Guy knocks him out, Koretz becomes an involuntary part of the investigation.
Flynn is a suspicious detective who begins following Larry after the torn $1,000 bill is taken to the bank. His pursuit puts pressure on Larry as the bill and the money become the focus of attention.
Spud Burke is a sailor aboard the cruiser whose personal life becomes entangled with the investigation's tense atmosphere. He is caught between his sweetheart, Toots Timmons, and his old flame, Betty Lansing, providing the story's principal romantic complication while the ship faces sabotage and murder.
Steamer is a boxer managed first by Hank's brother Steve and later by Hank. He is fiercely loyal to the Shermans, who fed him when he was a child, and refuses to fight with motivation unless one of them is in his corner. He helps Hank's investigation and tries to rescue the group trapped in Emerald's steam room.
George Black is the name Little Black Cloud uses when he enrolls at Lombardy College. After Bob Hayner's hazing prank humiliates him, the Ritz Brothers persuade him to stay, and he later becomes the team's quarterback. George is wealthy but conceals his money; his prior play on a company team makes him ineligible, forcing Bob to take over in the decisive game.
College administrator involved in campus affairs.
Police lieutenant who assists in the investigation. Works with Van Slack and Nick Charles to track suspects, gather evidence, and make arrests.
Sgt. Michael Collins is the policeman who chases Slicker Smith and Herbie Brown before they accidentally enlist. At boot camp, he becomes their sergeant, placing their comic civilian encounter in a new military setting. He later invites Slicker and Herbie to shoot dice, an evening that ends badly for Herbie.
The Cardinals' catcher, Hogan frequently taunts umpire O'Toole with the nickname “Crawfish.” He helps the team win with a dramatic inside-the-park home run, but dies after eating a hot dog whose mustard has been tampered with. Before his death, he is asked who passed along the supposed phone call that lured Higgins away.
Nat Pendleton has 107 screen credits in a career dating back to 1924. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Dr. Kildare Collection with 9 titles. Signature works include The Thin Man, Death Valley, Jail House Blues. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 7 universes
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