Leon Alton

Characters played by Leon Alton

Member of Silent Movie Audience — The Tingler (1959)

An unnamed member of the silent-movie audience present when the released creature enters the theater. After it grips a woman's leg, the audience's collective screaming helps drive it away, while Warren shuts off the lights and directs the crowd during the emergency.

Official (uncredited) — The Love Bug (1968)

Event administrator overseeing race regulations.

Boarding House Guest (uncredited) — True Grit (1969)

Background extra residing at a boarding house, adding period atmosphere to the setting.

Executive (uncredited) — Now You See Him, Now You Don't (1972)

An unnamed business executive briefly appearing in a professional setting.

Military Officer at Meeting (uncredited) — Our Man Flint (1966)

Background military officer attending a briefing in Our Man Flint.

Bank Robber (uncredited) — The Killer Is Loose (1956)

The Bank Robber is one of the men involved in the savings and loan robbery, whose unusual familiarity with the building helps prompt the police investigation. The crime exposes Poole's complicity and eventually places him in conflict with Sam Wagner, who leads the inquiry.

Career Overview

Leon Alton has 98 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Dexter Riley Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The Tingler, So You Want to Be a Salesman, Days of Wine and Roses. 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
98
Birth Date
1907-08-23
Birth Place
New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 6 universes

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