An SS lieutenant leading English-speaking German paratroopers disguised as American military police. He secures the Our River bridge, changes road signs, and uses the false identity to interfere with American movements. His men massacre captured troops and kill suspicious engineers before he is eventually killed by Lt. Weaver and Sgt. Guffy's group.
Leads Stockton's platoon through the jungle to capture Walawbum. He radios Merrill for updates, voices concerns about troop exhaustion and requests relief from command, and ultimately leads the surviving soldiers toward Myitkyina after Merrill's collapse.
A daring and handsome tightrope walker hired to replace the deceased Gaspar. Known for performing over sharp bayonets without a net. Suspects Monica of murdering Albert and attempts to blackmail her for a circus share. Ultimately killed during a performance when thrown a knife by Angela.
The sheriff in the town is hostile toward the former Confederate soldiers and gives Hollis and Matt one hour to leave, insisting that Duncan go with them. When armed men gather outside the building where Hollis's group has taken refuge, he calls for Hollis to surrender Duncan. He is killed in the ensuing fight.
Jason is the handcuffed fugitive at the center of the story, pursued by the police and several rival groups. He searches for his friend Pizza, becomes entangled in a struggle over a tooth containing microfilm, and repeatedly escapes danger. He bargains with Clark and Lloyd to secure money, a passport, and the release of Greta's niece.
A Hollywood stuntman from Texas who is among the young people spending Easter weekend in Palm Springs. He competes with Eric Dean for the attentions of a pretty girl from Beverly Hills. Their rivalry leads to a wild car chase; Doug is seriously injured in a crash but recovers.
A young, brawny football player, Ed becomes the object of Teresa Harnish's pursuit. When he finally understands what she wants, he embraces her eagerly but clumsily, crushing her and ending her romantic fantasy. Teresa protests that he cannot toss her around like a football and runs home.
Ty Hardin has 36 screen credits in a career dating back to 1955. Their work is anchored in the Thief in the Night Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Requiem, Man of the Cursed Valley, You're Jinxed, Friend, You've Met Sacramento. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
