Dudley Digges

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Characters played by Dudley Digges

Chief Detective — The Invisible Man (1933)

Lead investigator managing the case.

Bacchus — Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)

The beloved surgeon aboard the Bounty whose death is directly attributed to Bligh's harsh discipline, serving as a catalyst for growing crew unrest and the eventual mutiny.

Mr. Wu — The General Died at Dawn (1936)

Mr. Wu leads the rebellion against General Yang and understands that Yang lacks enough loyal soldiers to secure control of all China. He recruits O'Hara to purchase weapons with money gathered from oppressed peasants. After O'Hara reaches Shanghai, Wu waits for him at Brighton's hotel and is later captured with him by Yang.

James Wylie — What Every Woman Knows (1934)

James is one of Alick Wylie's sons and Maggie's brother. Along with Alick and David, he is concerned about Maggie's marital prospects after she is jilted by a minister. When the family catches John Shand using their library, James is part of the family that offers him financial support in return for giving Maggie the option of marrying him.

Pratt — Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake (1942)

A noted man of influence who assists Benjamin after his return to England under an assumed name. When Benjamin is convicted and faces a death sentence, Pratt intervenes by proving that Benjamin's parents were legally married, establishing his rightful claim to the Blake title and inheritance.

Casper Gutman — The Maltese Falcon (1931)

The mastermind orchestrating the theft of the jewel-encrusted black bird. He hires Spade indirectly, offers a large reward, and collaborates with Cairo and Wilmer. After discovering the statuette is a fake, he is murdered by Wilmer during the confrontation.

Senator Timothy Roberts — Alexander Hamilton (1931)

A disgruntled veteran who has become a senator, Roberts pursues his own agenda and devises a plot to undermine public confidence in Hamilton's integrity. His scheme contributes to the political danger surrounding Hamilton, whose conduct and reputation are central to the conflict.

Nog Hong Fah — The Hatchet Man (1932)

Nog Hong Fah is the president of the council who tells Wong Low Get that Sun Yat Ming is responsible for Hop's death, prompting Wong to confront his childhood friend. Years later, Nog resists changing traditions, particularly women's growing intelligence and freedom, and is appalled when Wong lets Toya choose her own future rather than arranging her betrothal.

Thompson, the Examiner — Outward Bound (1930)

The figure waiting at the ship's destination to pass judgment on the passengers, determining whether they will go to Heaven or Hell.

The Nilghai — The Light That Failed (1939)

A fellow war correspondent who knows Dick and Torpenhow in London. Along with Torpenhow, he tries to warn Dick against sanitizing his realistic war paintings to make them more appealing to the public, but Dick ignores their advice.

MacKenzie — Raffles (1939)

MacKenzie is an Inspector who attends the Melrose weekend incognito. He strongly suspects that A.J. Raffles is the criminal known as the Amateur Cracksman, making him the principal official threat to Raffles's plan to steal Lady Melrose's jewelry and escape suspicion.

Johnson — Roar of the Dragon (1932)

The owner of the riverboat, Johnson is anxious to leave the village as soon as possible, but repairs keep the group stranded. He rebukes Carson for drinking and failing to take the danger seriously. His concern about departure contrasts with Carson's growing commitment to defend the people at the hotel.

Career Overview

Dudley Digges has 40 screen credits in a career dating back to 1929. Their work is anchored in the The Invisible Man universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The King's Vacation, The General Died at Dawn, The Voice of Bugle Ann. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
40
Birth Date
1879-06-08
Birth Place
Dublin, Ireland, UK [now Republic of Ireland]

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2743601), public domain (CC0).