George C. Scott

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Characters played by George C. Scott

General 'Buck' Turgidson — Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)

General Buck Turgidson is a senior American military officer who briefs President Merkin Muffley in the War Room about Plan R. He urges allowing the nuclear attack to continue and recommends sending reinforcements, later warning of a possible mineshaft gap when Dr. Strangelove proposes underground shelters.

Lt. William 'Bill' Kinderman — The Exorcist III (1990)

Sharp, compassionate detective investigating ritualistic murders in Georgetown.

Abraham — The Bible: In the Beginning... (1966)

Abraham is chosen to become the father of a great nation and migrates with his family to Canaan. He faces conflict over his heirs, separates from Lot, intercedes for Sodom and Gomorrah, sends Hagar and her son into the desert, and obeys a terrifying test involving his son before substituting a ram.

John Russell — The Changeling (1980)

A New York composer who loses his wife, Joanna, and daughter in a roadside truck accident. He moves to Seattle, rents a mansion, and investigates its supernatural disturbances and hidden history. His research uncovers a decades-old murder, putting him in conflict with Senator Carmichael and prompting the spirit’s final confrontation.

AAG Claude Dancer — Anatomy of a Murder (1959)

High-powered prosecutor from the Attorney General's office assisting the local DA. He aggressively challenges the defense, initially blocking rape testimony, questioning the victim's credibility regarding a rosary oath, and attempting to discredit Mary Pilant's testimony by alleging jealousy and a hidden affair with the victim.

Juror 3 — 12 Angry Men (1997)

A persistent holdout for conviction who projects his strained relationship with his own son onto the case. He delivers emotional tirades and eventually breaks down, changing his vote to acquittal after being confronted by Juror 8 and persuaded by Juror 4.

General George S. Patton Jr. — Patton (1970)

Fierce WWII general known for aggressive tactics, controversial leadership, and driving Allied victories.

The Ruffler — The Prince and the Pauper (1977)

Leader of a criminal gang operating in the forest. His men briefly shelter John Canty and the disguised Prince Edward. One of his gang members is responsible for killing John Canty during an altercation.

Bert Gordon — The Hustler (1961)

Ruthless gambler who manipulates Eddie in the first film.

Ruby — Gloria (1999)

A criminal associate Gloria meets at a race track. He negotiates a hostage exchange, offering to trade Nicky for the accountant's computer disk containing incriminating gang records.

Fagin — Oliver Twist (1982)

A criminal who teaches young boys to pickpocket. He collaborates with Monks to ruin Oliver's inheritance and accepts a bribe for Oliver's murder. After Nancy's betrayal is discovered, Fagin is arrested, leaves a hidden treasure for Oliver, and faces the death penalty.

Jake VanDorn — Hardcore (1979)

Devout Calvinist businessman and single father who plunges into Los Angeles' porn underworld after his daughter Kristen disappears. He confronts exploitative figures, endures violence, and ultimately reconciles with Kristen, acknowledging his emotional failings as a father.

Career Overview

George C. Scott has 90 screen credits in a career dating back to 1951. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Patton Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, The Exorcist III, The Changeling. 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
90
Birth Date
1927-10-18
Birth Place
Wise, Virginia, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 6 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q182450), public domain (CC0).