Austin Pendleton

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Characters played by Austin Pendleton

Jonah — The Equalizer (1985)

Briefly appears in the narrative, possibly a civilian or associate.

Gurgle — Finding Nemo (2003)

Neurotic royal gramma obsessed with water cleanliness in the dentist's tank.

Gurgle (voice) — Finding Dory (2016)

Voice cameo of the royal gramma in the sequel.

Dr. Masters — Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (2010)

Scientist researching fusion energy

Max — The Muppet Movie (1979)

Doc Hopper's reluctant henchman with a conscience.

John Gibbons — My Cousin Vinny (1992)

John Gibbons is the public defender retained by Stan Rothenstein after Stan temporarily fires Vincent 'Vinny' Gambini. During the trial, Gibbons's nervousness and severe stutter undermine Stan's defense. Stan therefore returns to Vinny, whose aggressive and perceptive questioning offers a more effective challenge to the prosecution.

Howard Marner — Short Circuit (1986)

Ruthless CEO of NOVA Laboratory who wants to reclaim and dismantle Number 5.

Judge Pendergast — She's Funny That Way (2015)

A wealthy client of Izzy and patient of Jane Claremont who becomes obsessed with her. He hires a private investigator to track Izzy, confronts Joshua during a date, and is eventually arrested for solicitation.

Mr. Turner — Wishcraft (2002)

Mr. Turner is Brett's history teacher and the cloaked killer targeting students at the school. Having previously used the totem to gain money, supernatural strength, and freedom from his marriage, he sends it to Brett and kills students from his list. He targets Samantha but is ultimately killed by Brett.

Robert Feinway — The Sound of Silence (2019)

Robert Feinway is a representative of Sensory Holdings who recognizes the commercial potential of Peter Lucian’s inventions. He discusses financing and proposes a broad service combining colors, fragrances, soundscapes, and virtual home surveys. His ambitions place him against Peter’s insistence that the work should help people rather than merely sell engineered atmospheres.

Earl — Guarding Tess (1994)

Earl is Tess Carlisle's chauffeur and participates in her repeated unauthorized drives away from the security detail. After Tess disappears, Earl is found unconscious near the abandoned car and becomes defensive when questioned. Doug discovers that Earl helped arrange the kidnapping with his sister and her husband, forcing a confession.

Alex Mason, Sr. — Mr. Nanny (1993)

The wealthy and often-absent CEO of Mason Systems, whose company is developing the Peacefinder Project. He initially neglects his children's well-being but is awakened by Sean's influence. He is kidnapped to protect the microchip but ultimately teams up with the children to activate an electromagnet against the antagonist.

Career Overview

Austin Pendleton has 123 screen credits in a career dating back to 1968. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Finding Nemo with 2 titles. Signature works include Finding Nemo, Short Circuit, Essentials. 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
123
Birth Date
1940-03-27
Birth Place
Warren, Ohio, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q572004), public domain (CC0).