Robert F. Simon

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Characters played by Robert F. Simon

J. Jonah Jameson — Spider-Man: The Dragon's Challenge (1980)

The loud, demanding publisher of the Daily Bugle who frequently campaigns against Spider-Man.

J. Jonah Jameson — Spider-Man Strikes Back (1978)

Loud-mouthed newspaper publisher who constantly demands Spider-Man's arrest for vigilantism.

Dr. Norton — Bigger Than Life (1956)

The hospital doctor treating Ed after his violent breakdown. Informs Lou that prolonged cortisone use may have caused irreversible brain damage. Explains that Ed still requires strict medication doses to survive and notes that if Ed regains his memories, there is a chance for mental recovery.

Police Commissioner — Pay or Die! (1960)

The New York City Police Commissioner whom rookie Petrosino persuades to authorize a special squad to fight the Black Hand on its own ground. His approval enables Petrosino to organize the campaign that drives the central investigation and its efforts to protect ordinary residents from gangsters.

Mr. Graves — Tess of the Storm Country (1960)

A member of the Mennonite Graves family, whose family sold its mill to the Foley chemical company. When Fred asks the Graveses to build a dam to help stop the pollution, they refuse, saying that only the government can petition for a dam. He is Peter's father, whom Eric accuses of killing John Faulkner, while Peter insists his family did not kill him.

Stage Manager (as Robert Simon) — The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing (1955)

The stage manager works on the theater production involving Evelyn and her mother. Recognizing Evelyn's beauty, he arranges for her to perform as a chorus girl in Florodora. This opportunity moves Evelyn from occasional modeling into theatrical work and brings her into contact with Harry and Stanford White.

Big O associate (uncredited) — The Silencers (1966)

Syndicate member handling logistics.

Dr. Sutton — Private Duty Nurses (1971)

Senior doctor managing hospital operations and staff.

Jedediah Partridge — The Girl in the Empty Grave (1977)

Local figure providing information or involved in the investigation's timeline.

U.S. Marshal Whit Collins (as Robert Simon) — The Black Dakotas (1954)

The town marshal who investigates Brock Marsh after the body of the real Zachary Paige is discovered. Alongside Judge Horatio Baker, Collins examines the corpse and finds identification in the dead man's jacket. Gimpy shoots Collins and Baker through an open window before they can expose Marsh's impersonation.

Papa Dave Goodman — The Benny Goodman Story (1956)

Benny's working-class father, who struggles to afford necessities for his family while encouraging his children to pursue education and good music. He takes them to a music school, where Benny's path toward learning the clarinet begins, and supports his children's musical development despite the family's limited means.

Ernest Tyson — Foxfire (1955)

The owner of the company Jonathan works for, Tyson is reluctant to support the Foxfire project. Amanda persuades him to back Jonathan's plan to reopen the abandoned shaft, but her intervention backfires when Jonathan feels his pride has been injured.

Career Overview

Robert F. Simon has 89 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Spider Man with 2 titles. Signature works include Spider-Man: The Dragon's Challenge, Spider-Man Strikes Back, The Third Killer. 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
89
Birth Date
1908-12-02
Birth Place
Mansfield, Ohio, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3435069), public domain (CC0).