John Ince

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Characters played by John Ince

Hawkins — Billy the Kid's Range War (1941)

Henchman or local figure involved in the road construction conflict.

Rev. Mapple — Moby Dick (1930)

The local minister and father of Faith. He is briefly mentioned as the patriarch whose household Faith leaves to follow Ahab on his voyages. His role is primarily familial, tying Faith to the New Bedford community.

Man at Station — Young Tom Edison (1940)

An unnamed man present at a railway station.

Sam Griffin — The Return of Wild Bill (1940)

Local rancher and family member, involved in land disputes.

Mr. James — The Return of Chandu (1934)

Husband of Mrs. James, part of the civilian circle around the protagonists.

Bill Collector (uncredited) — Here Comes Mr. Jordan (1941)

Person collecting debts

Molly's father — Three on a Limb (1936)

Molly's father disapproves of Elmer as a potential husband because of his appearance and outfit. He tests Elmer's scouting ability by demanding that he make a fire with two sticks, leading to a rug fire. He later directs Elmer to fetch a justice of the peace as part of a trick to marry Molly to Homer.

Hiram Potter — Freckles Comes Home (1942)

Hiram is identified in the story as Commissioner Potter, one of the road commissioners involved in deciding the proposed road development. He is fooled when Muggsy’s old friends arrive pretending to be FBI agents investigating the death. The summary does not provide further personal details.

Seconder (uncredited) — Hot Water (1937)

Official at a town meeting, supports nominations.

Suvanese Police Commandant — Chandu on the Magic Island (1935)

Local law enforcement official in Suva, initially unaware of the cult's supernatural threat.

Career Overview

John Ince has 155 screen credits in a career dating back to 1913. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Chandu Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Episodes in the Life of a Gin Bottle, Fate, The Crowning Glory. 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
155
Birth Date
1878-08-29
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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