Nelson Leigh

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Characters played by Nelson Leigh

Joe's Teacher (uncredited) — Lassie Come Home (1943)

A minor background character in Yorkshire.

Tung-Tze Agent (uncredited) — The Silencers (1966)

Syndicate enforcer for Big O.

Reverend E.R. Holcom — Captive Girl (1950)

A mission-associated religious figure connected to the jungle community and Jungle Jim's assignment in the region.

Dr Eldon Galbraithe — World Without End (1956)

The commander of the four astronauts returning from Mars. He survives the crash landing and the subsequent spider ambush, participates in the crew's theories about the atomic war, and helps manufacture a bazooka to reclaim the surface.

King Arthur — The Adventures of Sir Galahad (1949)

King Arthur rules the kingdom whose sovereignty is endangered when Excalibur is stolen, since the sword makes its holder invincible. After Galahad wins a tournament, Arthur agrees to make him a knight on the condition that he guard Excalibur for one night.

Mr. Bradley — Valley of Head Hunters (1953)

Associate in Valley of Head Hunters, aids Jim in protecting native territories.

Ghost of Christmas Past — The Christmas Carol (1949)

The Ghost of Christmas Past takes Scrooge through memories he has tried to forget. Scrooge sees himself as a lonely schoolboy and recalls a young woman ending their engagement after greed displaced his love. Distressed by what he sees, he begs the spirit to take him away.

Zoron — The Lost Tribe (1949)

Dzamm's chief religious official and Li Wanna's father who strategizes with Jim to peacefully resolve the mercenary threat.

Alf Slade — Jack Slade (1953)

Distant relative of Jack, involved in minor frontier disputes.

Fr. O'Hanlon — Angels' Alley (1948)

Catholic priest providing moral guidance and intervention.

Clyde Manson — The Matchmaking Marshal (1955)

A male character, likely related to the Manson family, involved in the plot.

Career Overview

Nelson Leigh has 88 screen credits in a career dating back to 1943. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently Jungle Jim Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include The Story of Christopher Columbus: Proving the Earth Is Round, Hill Number One: A Story of Faith and Inspiration, The Pilgrimage Play. 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
1905-01-01
Birth Place
Mississippi, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 9 universes

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