Michael Burns

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Characters played by Michael Burns

Barnaby West — Wagon Train (1957)

Wagon train member making a brief appearance.

Doug Malone — 40 Guns to Apache Pass (1967)

Doug Malone is Harry Malone’s younger, timid son and Mike’s brother. After Harry is killed, Doug joins the Army but hides during an attack and is branded a coward by Coburn. He later finds courage, helps Coburn defeat the deserters, delivers the rifles to Apache Wells, leads the rescue party, and returns to his family.

Danny Hobbs — Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation (1962)

Danny Hobbs is Roger and Peggy's youngest child and only son. He initially cares only about watching television, but after the set breaks, Roger takes him boating. Their trip becomes difficult when fog causes them to get lost, yet it helps them bond as father and son.

Matt Johnson — Stranger on the Run (1967)

The homesteader's son who aspires to be a gunman but lacks the necessary steely nature. He requires a fresh start in life and becomes a key figure in the final 20-minute confrontation between Ben, the homesteader, and the sheriff's posse.

George — The Mad Room (1969)

George is Ellen's younger brother, who has lived with Mandy in a mental institution since they were accused of killing their parents as children. When he turns eighteen, Ellen brings him and Mandy to Mrs. Armstrong's house. After Mrs. Armstrong is found dead, he and Mandy accuse one another, then begin to suspect Ellen.

Jeff 'Moondoggie' Stevens — Gidget Gets Married (1972)

A devoted young man whose marriage to Gidget and career-related journey drive the film's central conflict.

Eubie Bell — Journey to Shiloh (1968)

One of the seven Texan soldiers who fights in the Confederate army. He falls victim to a mortar attack during the Battle of Shiloh.

Career Overview

Michael Burns has 30 screen credits in a career dating back to 1951. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Gidget Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Wagon Train, The Magnificent Magical Magnet of Santa Mesa, 40 Guns to Apache Pass. 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
30
Birth Date
1947-12-30

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q6828952), public domain (CC0).