Joel Grey

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Characters played by Joel Grey

Oldrich Novy — Dancer in the Dark (2000)

Selma's alleged father in Czechoslovakia. Selma falsely claims to send her life savings to him to justify her missing funds during her trial, but the claim is quickly debunked.

Chiun — Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins (1985)

An aged, derisive, and impassive Korean martial arts master. He personally trains Remo Williams in the ancient Sinanju fighting style, rapidly developing him into a highly skilled human killing machine for the CURE organization.

Ghost of Christmas Past — A Christmas Carol (1999)

The Ghost of Christmas Past is an angelic spirit who leads Scrooge through decisive memories from his childhood and youth. It shows his loneliness at boarding school, his sister’s kindness, his employment under Albert Fezziwig, and the collapse of his engagement to Belle, forcing him to confront how he became hardened.

Burgel — Kafka (1991)

Burgel is involved in a petty dispute at Kafka's office, complaining that a document has been misplaced. This incident is part of the bureaucratic routine that surrounds Kafka before his friend's disappearance draws him into a more serious investigation. The account provides no further information about Burgel's role or relationship with Kafka.

Professor Marvel / The Gatekeeper / The Carriage Driver / The Palace Guard / The Wizard of Oz — The Wizard of Oz in Concert: Dreams Come True (1995)

Portrayed by Joel Grey in the concert staging, representing the Wizard of Oz.

Joshua Trundle (voice) — 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (1974)

Joshua Trundle is Junctionville’s clockmaker and the central builder of the special clock tower intended to persuade Santa Claus to visit. Father Mouse works as his assistant, and the Trundle Family helps with the project. After the Mayor denies him access to repair the malfunctioning clock, Joshua remains connected to the town’s effort to restore it.

The Producer (Nate Salisbury) — Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson (1976)

The Producer oversees the Wild West Show and responds to the practical demands of its production. When a rider is injured during rehearsal, he orders that help be given, while the company continues debating how to make staged scenes appear authentic. He is part of the management that presents the spectacle and shapes its performance.

Amos Bellamy — The Fantasticks (2000)

Amos Bellamy is Luisa's father and one of the two men driving the central scheme. He fabricates a feud with Ben Hucklebee, builds a wall between their homes, and forbids the young couple to speak, hoping reverse psychology will make Luisa and Matt fall in love.

Franklin Wills — Man on a Swing (1974)

Franklin Wills contacts the police claiming clairvoyant abilities and offering help with the murder investigation. He says his visions have previously helped locate a runaway girl and insists that his work is his religion. His claims are tested by Dr. Nicholas Holnar and later examined by psychiatrists.

Willy Stone — The Music of Chance (1993)

The reclusive millionaire who shares the estate with Flower. He participates in the poker games that trap Nashe and Pozzi in debt, and collaborates with Flower to enforce the wall-building labor contract.

Career Overview

Joel Grey has 88 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Signature works include Dancer in the Dark, Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, The Wizard of Oz in Concert: Dreams Come True. 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
88
Birth Date
1932-04-11
Birth Place
Cleveland, Ohio, USA

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