Robert Kent

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Characters played by Robert Kent

Marty Weston — Mr. Moto Takes a Chance (1938)

A newsreel cameraman traveling in French Indochina. He accompanies Chick Davis, faces a false trial for murder, and later investigates the temple conspiracy. He attempts to rescue Mason and eventually begins a romance with her.

Larry Drew — Sunset in Wyoming (1941)

Larry is the lumber company’s general manager, placed in charge alongside Billie after Asa transfers control of the business. He is romantically connected to Billie, but Asa distrusts him. Billie eventually realizes that Larry is interested in exploiting the area, fires him, and supports returning the company to Asa’s control.

'Dixie' Logan aka Judge Joel Conroy (as Douglas Blackley) — Shoot to Kill (1947)

A gangster who has been convicted through paid and perjured testimony. After escaping prison, he forces the witnesses to write confessions, confronts Gus Miller, and reveals that he is Marian Langdon's real husband. Although Marian initially tries to clear him, his criminal conduct ultimately leads him to join Dale against her.

Ensign Copley — Andy Hardy Gets Spring Fever (1939)

Military or naval figure, part of official or ceremonial events

Charles Herron — The Secret of Dr. Kildare (1939)

Secondary character appearing in a specific episode's subplot. Limited narrative impact.

Dr. Michael Forbes — The Crime of Dr. Forbes (1936)

Dr. Forbes is one of Dr. Eric Godfrey’s assistants and is in love with Godfrey’s wife, Ellen. He and the other assistants care for the injured Godfrey in the mine with periodic opiate injections. Accused of killing Godfrey, Forbes admits giving him extra pills, but the trial reveals Godfrey took an overdose himself, and Forbes is cleared.

Tony Luke — Reunion (1936)

Dr. Luke's nephew who arrives to take over the clinic. He engages in an affair with Gloria Sheridan but ultimately realizes his true feelings for Mary. He takes charge of emergency medical operations and reconciles with Mary.

Police Lt. Ricco — Dragnet (1947)

The American police lieutenant assigned to investigate the dead man found on the beach, Ricco asks his old friend Geoffrey for help when the case has no apparent clues. He later proposes that Geoffrey may be in the country pursuing the gang behind a major jewelry-store robbery, prompting Geoffrey to explain his suspicions about the supposed diplomat.

Career Overview

Robert Kent has 55 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Big Town with 1 titles. Signature works include Who's Guilty?, The Phantom Rider, Who's Guilty?. 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
55
Birth Date
1908-12-03
Birth Place
Hartford, Connecticut, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q7346324), public domain (CC0).