David Gorcey

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Characters played by David Gorcey

Chuck — Mr. Hex (1946)

Younger gang member, eager to prove himself and often caught in comedic mishaps

Peewee — Let's Get Tough (1942)

A young and vulnerable member of the gang whose frequent misadventures often place him in physical danger. His injuries and disappearances consistently motivate the other boys to take action, highlighting his role as the group's most endearing and easily threatened member.

Bowery Boy #4, dark-haired — Triple Trouble (1950)

Ensemble member in racing plots

Chuck (as David Condon) — The Bowery Boys Meet the Monsters (1954)

Actor credit variation for Chuck

Chuck Anderson — Jail Busters (1955)

Full name of the deadpan gang member

Chuck — Lucky Losers (1950)

Reliable member of the Bowery Boys who participates in group schemes, military escapades, rescues, and comic investigations.

Peewee — Spooks Run Wild (1941)

The youngest and most vulnerable gang member. He frequently becomes the target of kidnappings or attacks, often serving as the catalyst for the group's rescue missions. His innocence contrasts with the gang's rougher demeanor.

Peewee — Mr. Wise Guy (1942)

A younger East Side Kid who participates in group adventures and occasionally becomes endangered.

Chuck — Jinx Money (1948)

Loyal Bowery Boys member known for deadpan humor

Chuck — Hard Boiled Mahoney (1947)

Core member of the Bowery Boys. Active in the early films as part of the group's collective efforts. Provides consistent presence in ensemble scenes and street-level plots.

Chuck — Smuggler's Cove (1948)

A core member of the Bowery Boys who shares in the group's collective schemes and financial struggles, such as the failed attempt to sell a dilapidated car. Functions as a loyal supporting figure within the gang's dynamic.

Peewee — That Gang of Mine (1940)

A core member of the East Side gang who frequently finds himself in precarious situations. He suffers a suspicious injury during an aviation espionage investigation and later gets shot while exploring a haunted estate, leading to a sleepwalking incident. Despite his vulnerability and tendency to stumble into danger, his recovery and continued participation highlight the gang's tight-knit bond and resilience.

Career Overview

David Gorcey has 69 screen credits in a career dating back to 1938. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Bowery Boys Collection with 46 titles. Signature works include Up In Smoke, Looking for Danger, Hot Shots. 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
69
Birth Date
1921-02-06
Birth Place
Washington Heights, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q5234247), public domain (CC0).