Gregory Gaye

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Characters played by Gregory Gaye

Count Alexis Rakonin — Ninotchka (1939)

A former White Russian nobleman now working as a hotel waiter. He steals the aristocratic jewels at Swana's behest, triggering Ninotchka's compromise and departure.

Mota — Flying Disc Man from Mars (1950)

Mota is a Martian invader who seeks to conquer Earth, arguing that Martian control would make the use of Earth's new atomic technology safer and benefit both planets. After Kent Fowler shoots him down with an experimental ray gun, Mota blackmails Dr. Bryant into helping him and hires criminals as henchmen.

Dr. Wilhelm Steigg — Creature with the Atom Brain (1955)

The German scientist who developed the atomic-powered brain reanimation technology under Buchanan's financial backing, enabling the creation of the obedient, superhuman zombies.

Mr. Warren — Passkey to Danger (1946)

One of the notorious Spring brothers who orchestrated the campaign to expose the family's hidden wealth. He works with Bert, murders Renee, and attempts to force Hanlon to reveal the ad proofs before being arrested.

Zorn (as Gregory Gay) — King of the Carnival (1955)

Zorn is the counterfeiter who prints the phony bills for the operation. He hides in a minisub off the shoreline near the cave containing the gang's gear, and Jess Carter is revealed to be his handler and the gang's leader.

Enrico Borelli — Charlie Chan at the Opera (1936)

Baritone in opera company, having an affair with Lilli; later murdered.

Tissier — Paris Underground (1945)

A baker whom Kitty and Emmy contact on Andre's instructions, Tissier becomes part of their effort to help Gray and other Allied soldiers escape. The women later find Emmy at his place after she is taken for questioning. When they return with two men from Father Dominique's group, they learn that Tissier has been shot.

Count Raul Du Rienne — Under Your Spell (1936)

A longtime suitor of Cynthia Drexel, Count Raul Du Rienne makes a bet with her after she sees Anthony Allen perform. Cynthia wagers that she can persuade Allen to sing at a private party; if she fails, she will marry the Count. Later, Cynthia tells Allen that she is engaged to him, though the synopsis identifies this as a false claim.

Dr. Eric Budenny (as Gregory Gay) — One Dangerous Night (1943)

Medical professional or associate in the film.

Raoul — Bulldog Drummond's Peril (1938)

Minor character with limited narrative impact.

Baslikoff — What a Widow! (1930)

Played by Gregory Gaye, he appears with Gloria Swanson, Lew Cody and Owen Moore in the film's surviving lobby-card still, marking his character as one of the featured players in the heroine's story.

Amir Khasid — Flame of Calcutta (1953)

The legitimate King of Calcutta who is overthrown by the usurping Prince Jehan. Exiled to the hills of Sheran, he continues to lead rebel forces until the conflict concludes, at which point he is successfully reinstated to his throne.

Career Overview

Gregory Gaye has 88 screen credits in a career dating back to 1929. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently I Love a Mystery Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Flying Disc Man from Mars, Some Time Soon, Missile Monsters. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
88
Birth Date
1900-10-09
Birth Place
Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire [now Russia]

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Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3116367), public domain (CC0).