Don Megowan

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Characters played by Don Megowan

Dooley Brion — A Lawless Street (1955)

Dooley Brion is the brother of a man Marshal Calem Ware killed in self-defense. He first confronts Ware in a brutal fistfight, but the beating earns his respect rather than prolonging their hostility. Impressed by Ware's strength and character, Dooley becomes an ally during the town's crisis.

Col. William Travis — Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955)

A commander defending the Alamo alongside Crockett. He is present during the siege and is killed in the final Mexican assault when the garrison is overwhelmed.

Mr. Train — Tarzan and the Valley of Gold (1966)

Augustus Vinero's massive and physically imposing henchman. Acts as the criminal's enforcer and is ultimately defeated by Tarzan in the final confrontation at the Valley of Gold.

Grant — Scream of the Wolf (1974)

Grant is Byron Douglas’s assistant. Byron kills him and uses the death to make John Weatherby believe that Byron has been killed by the animal. This deception helps Byron set up his final attempt to hunt John.

T.J. Brennon — The Man Who Died Twice (1958)

T.J. is Lynn's husband and a nightclub owner, initially reported killed in a car crash. He later appears alive and is revealed to have been behind the killings and drug deals. He is also Bill's brother, and Bill helps the police stop him.

The Gill Man (on land)(uncredited) — The Creature Walks Among Us (1956)

Transformed creature, sheds gills, walks on land, kills Barton, returns to sea.

Sheriff Jack Haines — The Werewolf (1956)

Sheriff Jack Haines investigates Joe Mitchell's death, organizes a posse, and concludes that a werewolf is attacking people after hearing Deputy Ben Clovey's account. Although initially reluctant, he agrees to capture Duncan Marsh alive and leads the effort that ultimately kills the werewolf.

The Monster — Tales of Frankenstein (1958)

The Monster is the body brought to life by Baron Frankenstein. Its original brain belongs to a murderer, and it attacks the Baron before being accidentally electrocuted. The Baron later places Paul's brain in the body; Paul awakens in it, pursues the Baron, and is stopped from harming him by Christine.

Rakim — The Kid from Amarillo (1951)

Trusted ally or ranch worker in The Kid from Amarillo

Cheney Holland — A Lust to Kill (1958)

Cheney is a cowboy and outlaw who robs a load of rifles with his brother Luke, only to be abandoned by the rest of their gang. After lawmen capture him and Luke is killed, Cheney escapes with support from his girlfriend Sherry, pursues the gang for revenge, kills its leader, and is ultimately killed by Marshal Gordon.

Career Overview

Don Megowan has 43 screen credits in a career dating back to 1951. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Davy Crockett Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Guns of the Black Witch, Snowfire, Counterspy. 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
43
Birth Date
1922-05-24
Birth Place
Inglewood, California, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1239330), public domain (CC0).