Pioneering scientist on Altair IV, haunted by his subconscious creating a deadly force.
Architect and husband, volunteers for Dunkirk and supports his family.
The local preacher, who is attracted to Angharad and loves her, though he believes his impoverished life would make her unhappy. He helps Huw recover the use of his legs, condemns the chapel deacons for judging Angharad, and joins the volunteers who descend into the mine to rescue trapped workers.
A former officer and resourceful investigator, Drummond repeatedly confronts criminal schemes. He exposes a propaganda network in one adventure and later helps Scotland Yard investigate precision robberies, infiltrating the gang with Sergeant Helen Smith. He is also a target of conspirators in other cases, but survives their attempts to kill him and continues to face danger alongside his allies.
Senior commander and Dennis' superior who attempts to maintain operational discipline and political harmony. He initially rules against further attacks but is forced to acquiesce to Dennis' plans. He ultimately relieves Dennis of command but later recognizes the strategic necessity of the final strike.
A wealthy mine owner, businessman, and financier, Major Augustus Parkington marries Susie after a mine accident kills her mother. He builds a powerful life with her, but his rage leads him to ruin business rivals. Susie challenges his vendetta, and their marriage survives separation, grief, and his later affair.
A respected schoolteacher who masks dangerous ambition and pro-slavery sympathies behind a respectable public image. After losing the marshal election, he secretly organizes raiders to terrorize settlers and ultimately wears Confederate uniforms.
Harry Pebbel is a film producer who becomes involved with Jonathan Shields after Shields deliberately loses money to him in poker and offers to repay the debt by working as a line producer. He gives Shields and Fred Amiel their early opportunities, later works for Shields, and gathers the three estranged professionals to consider Shields's new project.
The majority leader, a senior senator from Michigan, supports Leffingwell despite personal doubts and tries to manage the divided Senate. He counsels restraint, confronts Cooley over the pressure placed on Anderson, allows a conscience vote, blocks further debate, and prepares for the vice president to resolve the tie.
The King is the Prince's father and the ruler preparing the royal celebration for his son's twenty-first birthday. He gives the apprehensive Prince a reassuring pep talk before the Ball, while also participating in the royal preparations. His tender exchange with the Queen shows a loving marriage within the royal household.
Brilliant private detective solving espionage cases across the US.
British Colonel posted to Vienna to oversee Soviet repatriations and monitor subversive activities. Initially rigid, he becomes disillusioned with Soviet methods, defies orders to protect a Russian ballerina, and is ultimately promoted for his humanitarian stance.
Walter Pidgeon has 136 screen credits in a career dating back to 1926. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Nick Carter (Walter Pidgeon) Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Forbidden Planet, Calling Bulldog Drummond, Mrs. Miniver. 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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