Paul McVey

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Characters played by Paul McVey

Harold Masterson — Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town (1950)

A wealthy investor in New York who invites the Kettles to a party.

Hobe Wheelock — Force of Evil (1950)

Joe Morse's business partner who is secretly working as a police informant. He is discovered by Joe late at night after successfully facilitating the wiretap on Joe's phone, prompting Joe to arm himself and prepare to flee the city.

Party Gest — Brooklyn Orchid (1942)

An unnamed party attendee who appears briefly during the film's social events.

Hugo Molte — Spy Train (1943)

Hugo is a Nazi spy traveling with his wife, Frieda. He tries to take the suitcase from Millie's compartment, stabs an Italian spy, and later wounds Stew before grabbing the suitcase. Bruce confronts him and Frieda, but lets them leave with the bomb; both die when they try to open it.

Ed Moline — The Living Ghost (1942)

Ed Moline is Walter Craig's best friend and the person who hires Nick Trayne to investigate Walter's disappearance. His role establishes the central mystery and brings Nick into the suspicious household, although the plot does not describe Ed taking part in the later discoveries or confrontations.

Detective Grady — Phantom of Chinatown (1940)

Police detective assisting in the investigation of Dr. Benton's murder and the missing artifacts.

Detective Phillips — The Saint Takes Over (1940)

Police investigator on the New York case.

Mrs. Pendleton's Doctor — Charlie Chan's Murder Cruise (1940)

Medical professional treating Gerald Pendleton, confirms his nervous condition.

Studio Executive — Crazy House (1943)

Film studio manager or producer in background scenes

Mr. Hensley — Safety in Numbers (1938)

Local resident or official, part of town council.

Director — Charlie Chan's Courage (1934)

Film director overseeing production in a meta appearance.

Career Overview

Paul McVey has 93 screen credits in a career dating back to 1930. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Ma and Pa Kettle Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Living Ghost, Buried Alive, Bwana Devil. 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
93
Birth Date
1898-03-17
Birth Place
Boston, Massachusetts, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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