William Bailey

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Characters played by William Bailey

Doctor at Country Dance (Uncredited) — The Egg and I (1947)

Doctor briefly present at the country dance.

Tremaine — Hit of the Show (1928)

The revue's leading man, Tremaine is portrayed as a womanizing narcissist who regards Twisty as a comic nuisance. He pursues Kathlyn despite Twisty's concern for her, and their rivalry comes to a head when Twisty punches him backstage to protect her, leaving Tremaine unconscious before the show.

Sam Hardy — The Stolen Ranch (1926)

Sam Hardy possesses the ranch that once belonged to Frank's deceased uncle, despite Frank's belief that the property was meant for him. Alarmed to learn Frank is alive, Hardy plots to have him killed and conspires over a cash offer for the property and destruction of the original document. Breezy eventually captures him.

Hugo Van Ostrum — I'll Name the Murderer (1936)

Vi Van Ostrum's father. He becomes a person of interest when Tilton discovers a receipt for an expensive diamond bracelet found in the victim's dressing room, suggesting a financial motive.

Brute Mullin — Waterfront (1928)

A roughneck who is also in love with Peggy Ann Andrews, he interrupts her evening with Jack Dowling at the dance hall and starts a brawl. Later, Brute appears aboard the ship and attacks Jack; Peggy Ann watches their fight before stopping it and choosing to embrace Jack.

Game Preserve Officer — Mark of the Gorilla (1950)

Staff at Nairobi preserve, investigates gorilla attacks and preserve security.

Det. Harris — Charlie Chan's Secret (1936)

Police detective assisting case.

Detective (uncredited) — Charlie Chan at the Opera (1936)

Uncredited detective present at opera murder scene.

Bank Employee (uncredited) — Andy Hardy Gets Spring Fever (1939)

Financial institution staff, handles transactions or inquiries

Nightclub Patron (Uncredited) — Maisie Goes to Reno (1944)

A background nightclub patron who helps establish the setting and social atmosphere.

Bob Royal — The Phantom Foe (1920)

Bob is Janet Dale's fiancé and tries to protect her from the unknown threat. He sees a muffled figure near the house and attempts to capture it, then fights it again later. He is worsted until Steve and Janet arrive, prompting the attacker to flee.

Brad Burley — Son of a Badman (1949)

Young ranch hand or family member of Vicki Burley.

Career Overview

William Bailey has 170 screen credits in a career dating back to 1912. Their work spans 14 cinematic universes — most prominently Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Fightin' Jack, Lash of the Law, Back to the Old Farm. 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
170
Birth Date
1886-09-25
Birth Place
Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 14 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q4019932), public domain (CC0).