Ray Bennett

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Characters played by Ray Bennett

Policeman (uncredited) — The Wrong Man (1956)

Minor law enforcement figure appearing briefly in a classic film noir setting.

Powder Kilgore — The Man from Tumbleweeds (1940)

Matt's relative, involved in local ranching and town disputes.

Ed Gordon — The Medico of Painted Springs (1941)

Ed Gordon is a sheep rancher caught up in the conflict between sheep herders and cattle breeders. Fred Burns plans to steal John Richards' cattle and frame Gordon for the theft, making him the intended target of Burns' scheme. The plot is exposed after Dr. Steven Monroe investigates.

Henchman Carver — Romance of the Rio Grande (1941)

Professional gunman hired by Ricardo and Rosita, shoots Carlos and leaves evidence framing Cisco.

Robespierre's Shooter (uncredited) — Reign of Terror (1949)

Robespierre's Shooter acts on Fouché's order during the political collapse at the Convention. When Robespierre nearly regains control of the pursuing crowd through his rhetoric, the shooter fires through his jaw, permanently silencing him and preventing Charles D'Aubigny from learning where Madeleine is being held.

J. J. Gorman — The Dalton Gang (1949)

The president of the land company and, secretly, leader of the Dalton gang. His company needs water, and his men commit crimes disguised as Navajos; the gang is also behind Medford's murder. Gorman orders an attempt to kill Rusty, directs his men against the Indians, and is accidentally shot by Blackie during the final struggle.

Brownstone Heavy 1 — Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. (1941)

Thug or enforcer.

Dave Hill — The Renegade (1943)

Outlaw or gang member in The Renegade.

Ben Gowdey — Death Rides the Plains (1943)

A rancher targeted by the land fraud ring.

Stone — Cattle Stampede (1943)

Wealthy rancher or investor.

Trigger Stark — Dick Tracy Returns (1938)

Violent Stark gang member involved in the criminal family's campaign against Tracy.

Blackie — Heroes in Blue (1939)

Blackie is sent by Moran to watch Joe at the racetrack and make sure he returns with the money. When Joe loses it and tries to leave, Blackie accuses him of fleeing with the cash. During their confrontation, Blackie's gun goes off and kills him, leading to Joe's arrest and conviction for murder.

Career Overview

Ray Bennett has 99 screen credits in a career dating back to 1937. Their work spans 12 cinematic universes — most prominently Billy the Kid (Buster Crabbe) Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Border Badmen, Raiders of the Border, The Man from Tumbleweeds. 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
99
Birth Date
1895-03-21
Birth Place
Portland, Oregon, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 12 universes

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