Homicide detective who initially leads police investigations against accused clients. He works alongside Burger to collect evidence and frequently uncovers new leads that challenge Mason's efforts to clear his client.
Kane’s corrupt political opponent during Kane’s campaign for Governor of New York. Gettys discovers Kane’s affair with Susan Alexander Kane and uses the evidence to pressure Susan into writing to Emily Norton Kane. The resulting public scandal ends Kane’s political career before the election.
The District Attorney who resists investigating Quinlan after Vargas presents proof that Quinlan recently purchased dynamite.
Isabel's brother, who criticizes George's behavior and informs Isabel about its consequences. After the Amberson fortune collapses, he leaves town to take a job elsewhere.
Orville's father who facilitates a tractor loan for the farm on the condition of Jane's marriage to his son. He confronts Jane about the troupe's disruptive presence at a local dance.
Wallau is one of the seven prisoners who escape from Westhofen with George Heisler. He is captured first and dies without revealing information about the escapees. His death establishes the danger facing Heisler, while his narration frames the film's account of the fugitive's journey.
Arthur Burdett, who hides under an assumed name, is the man Beecham and Evans work for. After they deliver a stolen diamond necklace, he double-crosses them and slips away to a small Iowa town. He offers Hannah Kelly a job there, although she is his criminal accomplice, and later faces the consequences when Edie helps George Browning outmaneuver them.
The theatrical director who is aware of Tony's tendency to become dangerously consumed by his roles. He is relieved when Tony initially declines the lead part in Othello.
Dr. Matt Beemish is the court psychiatrist and Margaret and Susan's uncle. He explains Susan's infatuation, recommends that Richard date her until it fades, and later helps Susan regain perspective. He also deceives Tommy at the airport to give Richard and Margaret time to leave together.
The admiral responsible for the experimental project, Tennant is represented aboard the PC-1168 by Commander Reynolds. At the inquiry after the ship's failed official trial, he explains to Harkness that the inexperienced crew was deliberately selected to test whether ordinary wartime sailors could learn to operate the system.
Alfred is Deborah’s father and takes a keen interest in Vernon’s career, considering him a promising candidate to lead a research laboratory. Vernon asks him for an indefinite leave of absence before leaving town. Alfred later attends a game and learns during the final game of the series that the celebrated pitcher is Vernon.
The family physician who warns Jane and Nancy that childbirth could be dangerous for both sisters. He is summoned when Jane arrives gravely ill and explains that her condition leaves her facing a choice between her own life and the baby's. He also contacts Nancy and Bill, who come to Jane's bedside before she gives them the child.
Ray Collins has 91 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work spans 8 cinematic universes — most prominently Ma and Pa Kettle Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Perry Mason, Citizen Kane, I'll Give My Life. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 8 universes
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