A French landowner and son-in-law of Madariaga who is openly favored by his father-in-law. He survives the German occupation of his Marne valley castle and witnesses the devastating impact of war on his family.
Maurie's father. He takes Maurie to Paris after separating from Elizabeth. His death prompts Maurie to return to New York, triggering his subsequent personal and professional struggles.
The patriarch of the Hernandez clan whose departure to Spain sets the plot in motion. He operates under the misconception that his grandchild is a male heir who will carry on the bitter feud against the Oliveros family.
An uncredited spectator in a brief movie-theater scene.
The Duke of Albin is Robert Albin's father and the owner of the estate where the central weekend events unfold. He welcomes Nancy Worthington after her car appears to break down, becomes aware of the compromising situation with Robert, and insists that Robert must marry Nancy because her reputation has been damaged.
A prospector murdered by The Cactus Kid and his gang at the beginning of the serial. His death and the hidden location of his gold mine serve as the primary catalyst for the plot.
Ally of Chandu practicing white magic, helps combat the Ubasti cult.
The tyrannical ruler of Oz who usurps the throne. He manipulates the Wizard, frames the farmhands, attempts to force Dorothy into marriage, and is ultimately defeated and exiled by her.
The father of the protagonist's love interest and a political leader. He is the target of the Borgia assassination plot and becomes a crucial ally in the conflict against the Borgia faction.
A great artist, Raoul is April's husband and Paul's father. Deceived by Bennett's attempt to caress April, he believes she has been unfaithful and takes their young son to another home. His actions separate Paul from April and shape the family conflict at the center of the story.
An old rogue who is dangerously ill, Mortimer engages Lilian as his nurse. He is Michael's father, and Lilian's misunderstanding after finding her in Mortimer's bedroom becomes a turning point in her relationship with Michael. Mortimer dies, after which Dr. Stone orders Lilian to leave the house.
The elderly Virginia colonel and father of Barry and Tom. He died of alcoholism, a fact that contributes to Barry's own struggles with drinking.
Josef Swickard has 161 screen credits in a career dating back to 1913. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Chandu Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Cricket on the Hearth, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, The Plumber. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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