Maris Wrixon

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Characters played by Maris Wrixon

Sandy Vantine — The Case of the Black Parrot (1941)

Sandy is a passenger aboard the ship and Paul Vantine's niece. She becomes romantically involved with Jim Moore, who proposes to her, and joins him in investigating the mystery of the chest. Together, they realize that Piggott is the Black Parrot and uncover the danger surrounding the jewels.

Frances Clifford — The Ape (1940)

Frances Clifford is a local girl whose polio-induced paralysis becomes the focus of Dr. Bernard Adrian's experiments. She receives the remnants of his serum, gradually regains movement, and finally walks, allowing her to share a hopeful future with her sweetheart Danny Foster.

Wilmetta 'Billie' Wentworth — Sunset in Wyoming (1941)

Billie is Asa’s granddaughter, to whom he has turned control of the lumber company, and she is romantically interested in Larry. Misunderstanding Gene and Frog’s efforts, she has them arrested. After witnessing the ranchers’ suffering, she recognizes Larry’s exploitative motives, fires him, asks Asa to resume control, and supports the state park.

Helen Armstrong — A Shot in the Dark (1941)

Helen is Phillip's fiancée and presents Roger as her brother. Jealous when Roger dates Dixie, she fires the singer. Helen admits she killed Clare in self-defense, and William later discovers Phillip hiding in her home. Helen and Roger flee during the confrontation but are captured and confess to both murders.

Mary Jo Weaver — The Old Homestead (1942)

Mary Jo is the Weavers’ daughter. She quarrels with Fred Morgan, the newspaper editor, because his campaign against Scarf’s nightclub also attacks the administration that permits it. After the conflict over the club, she and Fred reconcile, closing the personal rift caused by his crusade.

Mary Hadley — Highway 13 (1948)

Mary is the company's personnel supervisor and initially doubts that Hank should receive a raise. Later, she makes advances toward him, and their kiss fuels rumors that lead Doris to end her engagement. Mary is involved with Frank and Pops in the plot against Hank, and claims they can blame the crashes on Hank's war injuries and blackmail of Pops.

Saxby's Secretary (uncredited) — Code of the Secret Service (1939)

Administrative assistant handling official correspondence.

Career Overview

Maris Wrixon has 49 screen credits in a career dating back to 1939. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Philo Vance Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Case of the Black Parrot, White Pongo, The Ape. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
49
Birth Date
1916-12-28
Birth Place
Pasco, Washington, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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