Jane Bryan

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Characters played by Jane Bryan

Lisa Koslov — Confession (1937)

A 17-year-old conservatory student who unknowingly becomes the target of composer Michael Michailow's seduction. Unaware that cabaret singer Vera Kowalska is her biological mother, she navigates a dangerous romantic entanglement that culminates in a murder trial, ultimately leading to a bittersweet family reconciliation.

Connie Heath — Girls on Probation (1938)

An innocent young woman who is falsely accused after wearing a dress borrowed by her friend Hilda, then left to face the blame when Hilda flees. Later, Connie is arrested in connection with a bank robbery but hides her identity to protect her family. The truth eventually emerges, and she receives probation and becomes engaged to attorney Neil Dillon.

Betsy Ann Prentiss — The Captain's Kid (1936)

Abigail's older sister, Betsy Ann returns home from school and is in love with Tom. She joins the trip as a stowaway and takes the pirate's oath on Bird Island. Marcia objects to her relationship with Tom, and Betsy blames Abigail for the trouble that follows. The family eventually makes up, and Betsy Ann is allowed to marry Tom.

Grace Elliott — The Sisters (1938)

The stolid daughter of Ned and Rose Elliott, Grace eventually marries Tom Knivel after he is jilted by Louise. Two years later, Louise learns that Tom has been unfaithful to Grace and returns to Silver Bow, where she is reunited with her sister. Grace's marriage helps draw Louise home.

Marie Donati — Kid Galahad (1937)

Nick's convent-educated sister who initially clashes with Ward but soon falls deeply in love with him. She attends the championship bout alongside Fluff and successfully pleads with Nick to stop his sabotage. She is the woman Ward aims to marry, receiving Nick's dying blessing to wed him.

Betty Strauber — Marked Woman (1937)

Mary's younger sister who visits New York. She attends a party at Vanning's club, where she is assaulted by the boss after resisting his advances. Her fatal fall down a flight of stairs becomes the catalyst that strengthens Mary's resolve to testify against him.

Wilma Laxter — The Case of the Black Cat (1936)

Granddaughter of Peter Laxter who becomes central to a mysterious inheritance case.

Career Overview

Jane Bryan has 18 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Brother Rat Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Invisible Stripes, Each Dawn I Die, The Man Who Dared. 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
18
Birth Date
1918-06-11
Birth Place
Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q510612), public domain (CC0).