Leo Carrillo

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Characters played by Leo Carrillo

Tobias Clump — Horror Island (1941)

Tobias Clump is a peg-legged old sailor who gives Bill Martin part of a treasure map after Bill and Stuff Oliver save him from drowning. He later disappears, is suspected because of a peg-leg footprint, then returns with a key to the castle's torture chamber and helps Bill, Stuff, and Wendy reach the hidden treasure passage.

Joe Tomasello — The Winning Ticket (1935)

Italian-American barber who buys a lottery ticket on his brother-in-law's urging. He wins $150,000, entrusts the ticket to his lawyer, and later gets arrested after accidentally destroying ceramic birds. His guitar is broken over his head during a jail visit, revealing the hidden winning ticket inside.

Juan Garcia Pancho — The Kid from Kansas (1941)

Pancho owns a banana plantation on the fictional island. His crop is destroyed by an arson fire, and he faces further trouble as the plantations are hit by sabotage, damaged railroad tracks, a workers' strike, and banana fungus. Because the misfortunes coincide with Kansas's arrival, Pancho is certain the newcomer is involved.

Joe Carmine — City Streets (1938)

Joe is a shopkeeper who takes in the orphan Winnie Brady and cares for her. He spends money on an unsuccessful operation for her legs, which bankrupts him and leads him to sell fruit on the streets. After Winnie is sent to an orphanage and he is discouraged from continuing their relationship, grief overwhelms him; her return brings her to his bedside.

"The Great Cesare" — History Is Made at Night (1937)

Paul Dumond's good friend and the head chef at a restaurant. He accompanies Paul on his journey to the United States to locate Irene.

Father Joe — Manhattan Melodrama (1934)

A compassionate priest who first rescues Blackie and Jim from the General Slocum tragedy. He later transitions to a role as the prison chaplain at Sing Sing, providing spiritual comfort during Blackie's final hours.

Leo Marzell — Danger in the Pacific (1942)

British intelligence agent posing as a sponsor for a scientific expedition to the South Pacific. His cover hides a true government mission. He is injured by a tiger released by Tagani and later rescued by Jane Claymore, who coordinates RAF support.

Pancho — The Gay Amigo (1949)

Loyal, witty sidekick and partner to Cisco Kid, provides comic relief.

Pancho — Satan's Cradle (1949)

Loyal, witty sidekick and constant companion to Cisco Kid in all adventures.

Piute Pete — 20 Mule Team (1940)

Partner of Bill Bragg. Assists in locating the borax claim, pursues Stag Roper, and helps rescue the unconscious Mitch in the desert.

Pancho — The Valiant Hombre (1948)

Cisco's loyal companion and partner in Western adventures, providing practical help, companionship, and support during investigations and confrontations.

Sierra — Viva Villa! (1934)

Villa's trusted ally and fellow rebel bandit. He remains fiercely loyal, even killing a bank teller to secure funds for Villa. During the final battle in the capital, Sierra intervenes when Villa assaults Teresa and murders her instead.

Career Overview

Leo Carrillo has 93 screen credits in a career dating back to 1929. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Cisco Kid (Duncan Renaldo) Collection with 5 titles. Signature works include Horror Island, The Barrier, The Winning Ticket. 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
93
Birth Date
1880-08-05
Birth Place
Los Angeles, California, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1395617), public domain (CC0).