Roland Drew

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Characters played by Roland Drew

Prince Barin — Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe (1940)

Prince Barin is an old friend whom Flash Gordon, Dale Arden, and Dr. Zarkov seek when they return to Mongo. His rocketship later carries Dale and Zarkov, while Barin ultimately takes his rightful place as the peaceful ruler of Mongo after Ming’s tyrannical reign ends.

Tony Vaughan — The Racketeer (1929)

A violinist and Rhoda Philbrooke's lover, Tony is found drunk and passed out on the street after being harassed by punks. Mahlon helps him get shelter and later provides support through alcohol detoxification. After recovering, Tony returns to his career as a concert violinist.

Sam Taylor — The Lady in the Morgue (1938)

Deceased husband of Mrs. Taylor, his murder sets the plot in motion.

Stephen Danby — The Great Gambini (1937)

Stephen Danby is the scoundrel Ann Randall intends to marry, despite Grant Naylor's love for her. The Great Gambini predicts that Danby and Ann will never wed, and the prediction is fulfilled when Danby's dead body is found. His death triggers Sergeant Kirby's investigation and Grant's search for the truth.

Albert 'Rocky' Weldon aka Rocks — The Saint Takes Over (1940)

Tough criminal associate on the ocean liner.

Fred Blosser - Chauffeur — Secret Enemies (1942)

Bremmer's driver who suggests consulting Dr. Woodford to retrieve his wife from Germany. He is secretly a member of the Nazi spy ring operating within the hotel.

Mile-Away Gordon — Murder in the Big House (1942)

Gordon is Malloy's criminal associate, and the two were sentenced in connection with the district attorney's murder. After Malloy dies, Gordon is also scheduled for execution. Bert exposes the method used to kill Malloy before Gordon's execution can proceed, and the governor ultimately decides not to execute him.

Paul Gomez — The Last Warning (1938)

Associate involved in the threatening letter case.

Career Overview

Roland Drew has 49 screen credits in a career dating back to 1926. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Detective Bill Crane Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Hitler: Beast of Berlin, Broadway Fever, The Invisible Killer. 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
49
Birth Date
1900-08-02
Birth Place
Elmhurst, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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