Gene Raymond

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Characters played by Gene Raymond

Roger Bond — Flying Down to Rio (1933)

A composer and orchestra leader whose romantic pursuit of Belinha leads him to abandon his Miami gig. He follows her to Brazil, secures a gig at her father's hotel, and orchestrates a spectacular plane show to save the venue. His persistence wins Belinha's heart and Julio's friendship.

Jeff — Mr. & Mrs. Smith (1941)

David's law partner and friend who initially agrees to persuade Ann to remarry David but instead represents her legally. He dates Ann, gets drunk at her apartment, and visits a ski resort with her and her parents. Recognizing Ann and David's enduring love, he steps aside to let them reconcile.

Eddie Harris — Plunder Road (1957)

Eddie Harris is the organizer and leader of the robbery escape. He designs the highway plan, controls refueling and driver changes, warns the group about the guarded weighing station, prepares the gold for transport, and arranges the final journey to San Pedro. He firmly rejects Frankie Chardo's proposal to abandon the scheme.

Tommy — Sadie McKee (1934)

Sadie's initial boyfriend who loses his factory job and moves to New York with her. He is seduced by Dolly and abandons Sadie to join her traveling club act. He later achieves minor success as a crooner but leaves Sadie again in New Orleans. He eventually contracts tuberculosis and dies in a hospital.

Wendell Craig — Hit the Deck (1955)

Wendell is an actor whose new show, Hit the Deck, is in rehearsal. Susan is dating him and hopes to get a part in his show, but he makes unwanted advances when she sings for him. After Danny and Bill confront him, Wendell threatens charges, then withdraws them, claiming the episode was a misunderstanding.

Barry Saunders — The Life of the Party (1937)

A society scion traveling by train who stands to lose a 3 million dollar inheritance if he marries before age 30. He falls for Mitzi, proposes marriage, and they pretend to be married. His true age is later revealed to be 30.

Standish McNeil — Ladies of the Big House (1931)

Kathleen's new husband who is falsely accused and framed by her ex-boyfriend. He is sentenced to death for murder while both are imprisoned. Through Susie's intervention, his innocence is proven, leading to his release and a shared honeymoon with Kathleen.

Michael Carter — Behold My Wife! (1934)

A young New York socialite, Michael plans to marry Mary White, but his sister's deception and Mary's death leave him desperate for revenge. After being shot by Pete, he marries Tonita to spite his status-conscious family. When Bob Prentice is killed, Michael falsely confesses to protect Tonita, his wife.

Michael Martin — The Bride Walks Out (1936)

Michael is Carolyn's husband and Paul Dodson's friend. He engineers his dismissal to take a better-paying job, marries Carolyn, and insists she leave modeling. After learning she concealed their financial trouble, he quarrels with her and accepts a dangerous South American job to keep her from marrying Hugh, but they reconcile at the station.

Zani — Zoo in Budapest (1933)

Zani is a kind young man who grew up and works at the Budapest zoo, where he regards the animals as his friends. After stealing furs, he helps Eve escape and hides with her and Paul. He saves Paul during the animals’ escape, is gravely injured, and asks that Eve not be sent away. He later marries Eve and will care for animals on the Vandor estate.

Bill — Ann Carver's Profession (1933)

Bill Graham is Ann's college sweetheart and husband, initially a low-level employee at an architectural firm. Feeling diminished by Ann's success, he quits and tries to make a living as a nightclub crooner, where he drinks heavily and becomes involved with Carole. After Carole dies, Bill is accused of her murder; Ann defends him, and he is acquitted. They reunite, and he becomes a successful architect.

Gary Willis — Red Dust (1932)

A young, inexperienced engineer and Barbara's devoted husband. Sent on a lengthy surveying trip by Dennis, he returns to find his wife's involvement with Carson. Upon learning of Dennis's sacrifice and the truth behind the shooting, he admits he would have shot Dennis but accepts the resolution, ultimately reconciling with his wife.

Career Overview

Gene Raymond has 61 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Signature works include Plunder Road, Flying Down to Rio, Million Dollar Weekend. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

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Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
61
Birth Date
1908-08-13
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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