Anthony Bushell

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Characters played by Anthony Bushell

Capt. Arthur Rostron — A Night to Remember (1958)

Captain Rostron commands Carpathia after its wireless operator receives Titanic's distress call. He orders the ship to turn back despite the long distance, reaches the survivors after the sinking, reports that 705 were saved, and rejects the Californian's offer by stating that everything humanly possible was done.

Sir Andrew Ffoulkes — The Scarlet Pimpernel (1934)

A loyal commander within the Scarlet Pimpernel's rescue network. When Marguerite returns to warn of Percy's danger, she alerts Ffoulkes, who successfully mobilizes the band to warn Percy before the trap is sprung.

Dobbin — Vanity Fair (1932)

Dobbin is a gentleman who has loved Amelia for years and repeatedly proposes to her. Amelia refuses him because she remains devoted to George's memory and believes in George's fidelity. After Becky discloses her affair with George and urges Amelia to marry Dobbin, Amelia rejoins him and rests her head on his shoulder, suggesting she may accept his next proposal.

Bob Carter — Dark Journey (1937)

Bob Carter is Madeleine Goddard's friend and an English MI6 agent. He accompanies her to a nightclub and later helps protect her after the Germans discover her true identity. To frustrate Baron Karl Von Marwitz's planned capture, Bob arranges for Madeleine to be arrested by Stockholm police so she can be deported.

King Arthur — The Black Knight (1954)

The ruling monarch who grants John a deadline to prove his accusation against the conspirators. He leads forces to defeat the pagan invaders at Stonehenge, is temporarily misled by Palamides, and ultimately knights John while granting him his heart's desire.

Phillip Weeks — Five Star Final (1931)

Phillip Weeks is Jenny Townsend's fiancé and the son of a socially prominent family. When his parents decide to cancel the wedding because of the renewed scandal, he defies them and remains loyal to Jenny. He later stops Jenny from shooting Joseph W. Randall and threatens the newspaper over any further attack on his wife's name.

Dr. Kaneslaey — The Miniver Story (1950)

Local physician treating Kay's heart condition.

Capt. Arthur Chamberlain — Three Faces East (1930)

Sir Winston Chamberlain's son, Capt. Arthur Chamberlain is one of the men who falls in love with Frances Hawtree while she is working inside his father's household. His romance places him close to the central spy plot, although the summary gives no further detail about his actions or what he learns about Frances's mission.

Tom Ingleside — Chances (1931)

Jack's older brother who has always loved Molly and proposes to her. He serves as an artillery officer in France, where he becomes despondent under heavy fire and lingers near the guns, seemingly seeking death. Jack rescues the wounded Tom, who subsequently dies in battle. His final words acknowledge his bond with Jack before the romantic conclusion.

Freddie Granton — The Royal Bed (1931)

A commoner who serves as King Eric VIII's secretary, Freddie is the man Princess Anne loves and plans to elope with. The King's decision to misplace the death warrants is carried out through his secretary, though the summary does not explicitly name that secretary. In the ending, the King has Freddie brought to him, marries him to Anne, and sends the couple to France.

Sir Andrew Foulkes — Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel (1937)

A loyal member of Percy's rescue team who helps extract Marguerite from Paris. He is wounded during their escape and delivers critical updates about Marguerite's recapture, prompting Percy to execute his final decisive plan.

Brooks - the Butler — Lovin' the Ladies (1930)

Brooks is Jimmy's butler and attracts Betty's attention while Peter is supposed to be courting her. Betty's interest in him complicates Jimmy's plan to prove that Peter and Betty can fall in love. The plot summary identifies Brooks as a butler but gives no further actions or relationship details.

Career Overview

Anthony Bushell has 64 screen credits in a career dating back to 1929. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Mrs. Miniver Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include A Night to Remember, The Road to Canterbury, Bridge of Time. 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
64
Birth Date
1904-05-19
Birth Place
Westerham, Kent, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2852823), public domain (CC0).