Jess Hahn

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Characters played by Jess Hahn

Peter Werner — What's New Pussycat? (1965)

Peter is one of Carole's parents. He wanders through the hotel during the growing rumor of an orgy, contributing to the disorder that forces Michael to keep jumping between rooms. His arrival increases the awkwardness surrounding Michael's relationships and the impending marriage to Carole.

Tom Odie — Bad Man's River (1971)

A member of Roy King's group who takes his share of the robbery proceeds and leaves to reunite with his childhood sweetheart. He later helps Roy organize Angel Santos's escape and continues fleeing with the group.

Commodore O'Brien — The Great Spy Chase (1964)

A brash American operative who repeatedly intrudes on the castle and later pursues the group to Lisbon. He acts as a persistent rival and comedic obstacle to the French agents' mission.

Assistant Inspector #2 — The Trial (1962)

Assistant Inspector #2 is one of the two police officers who first visit Josef K. in his bedroom and participate in declaring him under open arrest. Later, Josef discovers the two officers being whipped in a small room at his office, linking their actions to the court's disturbing punishment.

terrorist on airplane — Teheran '43 (1981)

This terrorist on airplane is involved in the plane hijacking initiated by Scherner. The incident intersects with Andrei Borodin «Andre»’s later journey and gives him another encounter with Nathalie Louni. The available plot identifies the hijacking but does not provide this terrorist with a separate personal history or named action.

Sam — White Fire (1984)

An American involved in smuggling and criminal operations around a mining community. He and Ingrid see the White Fire diamond as a chance to gain wealth and freedom, despite the risk of life imprisonment.

Hans — Topkapi (1964)

Hans is the physically powerful member of Walter Harper's amateur burglary team, intended to provide muscle and lower Giulio by rope from the roof. After his hands are injured in a scuffle with Gerven the Cook, he cannot perform that role, forcing the gang to enlist Arthur Simon Simpson as his substitute.

Polonsky — Supergirl (1971)

Polonsky is an American film producer whom Evers encounters in Spain. Evers negotiates a project with him while traveling there with Francesca. The plot summary identifies him through this professional meeting but gives no further details about his role or relationship with the other characters.

Bonaventure Pencroft — The Mysterious Island (1973)

Bonaventure Pencroft is a castaway who joins Gideon Spilett in searching for missing members of their party and surviving on the island. He has matches obtained earlier, which the men use to make a fire as they find shelter and forage for food.

Jim Harlan, Saloon manager — Fernand cow-boy (1956)

Jim Harlan is identified as a saloon manager. In the plot, a manager and his wife exploit Richardson's murder to accuse Fernand, helping bring about Fernand's arrest and threatened hanging. The summary does not explicitly name the manager, so this connection is based on his listed role and is not certain.

Sergeant Bob — Dynamite Jack (1961)

Sergeant Bob is among the authorities trying to handle Dynamite Jack and the town’s disorder. As Antoine and Dolores attempt to escape, Bob recognizes Antoine as the Frenchman, helping expose the confusion over his identity. His recognition distinguishes Antoine from the notorious gunman he has been mistaken for.

Le marin-geôlier — Poison Ivy (1953)

Sailor acting as jailer for detained suspects.

Career Overview

Jess Hahn has 85 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Coplan - Saga with 1 titles. Signature works include The Novices, The Saint Lies in Wait, The Grand Duel. 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
85
Birth Date
1921-10-29
Birth Place
Terre Haute, Indiana, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1688122), public domain (CC0).