Stewart Granger

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Characters played by Stewart Granger

Col. Alan MacKenzie — The Virginian (1962)

Takes over ownership of Shiloh Ranch in season 9. Played by Stewart Granger, he is an English cattleman who manages the ranch on his own terms during the show's final redesigned phase.

Sir Edward Matherson — The Wild Geese (1978)

A wealthy, ambiguously moral financier who hires Faulkner's team for the Limbani rescue. Operating outside conventional ethics, he ultimately orchestrates the betrayal that strands the mercenaries in hostile territory.

Old Surehand — Rampage at Apache Wells (1965)

Skilled gunslinger and hero, known for exceptional marksmanship and courage.

Stephen Lowry — Footsteps in the Fog (1955)

Stephen Lowry is the master of the house and the central figure in the tragedy. After poisoning his wife, he tries to silence Lily Watkins, manipulates her with promises of marriage and escape to America, and frames her for his crimes. His plan fails when he accidentally poisons himself and dies after confessing.

Rudolf Rassendyll / King Rudolf V — The Prisoner of Zenda (1952)

An English gentleman who closely resembles his distant relative, King Rudolf V. After the king is drugged before his coronation, Rassendyll impersonates him, later continues the masquerade after the king's kidnapping, and leads the rescue effort. He falls in love with Princess Flavia but ultimately leaves Ruritania.

Andre Moreau — Scaramouche (1952)

Protagonist and minor nobleman who seeks revenge against the aristocracy. After his friend Philippe is killed by the Marquis de Maynes, André disguises himself as the commedia dell'arte character Scaramouche. He secretly trains in swordsmanship, joins the National Assembly to challenge nobles in duels, and ultimately defeats Maynes to win Aline's hand.

Tom Early — Gun Glory (1957)

Tom Early is a former rancher who returns to the Wyoming town where he once lived with his wife and son. After finding his wife's grave and confronting his embittered son, he protects the community by pursuing Grimsell's gunmen, sabotaging the cattle drive, defeating Gunn, and disarming Grimsell. He reconciles with Tom Early, Jr. and commits to Jo and the ranch.

Lot — Sodom and Gomorrah (1962)

Leader of a Hebrew tribe seeking a permanent homeland. He marries Ildith, becomes a respected judge and ruler in Sodom, and struggles with moral compromise versus luxury. He enforces justice by sentencing his lieutenant Ishmael, kills Prince Astaroth after provocation, receives divine warnings, leads the righteous exodus from Sodom, and grieves deeply after Ildith's demise.

Allan Quartermain — King Solomon's Mines (1950)

An experienced British safari guide in 1897 who initially dismisses women on expeditions but becomes the central figure of the King Solomon's mines quest. His survival and success in the African interior establish him as a legendary explorer and set the stage for his son's later adventures.

Commander Claudius — Salome (1953)

Claudius is a Roman soldier assigned to Herod's palace who meets Salome during her return to Galilee. Their hostile first encounter develops into love. After converting to Christianity, he defends John before Herod and Pontius Pilate, loses his post, and joins Salome after John's execution.

Apollodorus — Caesar and Cleopatra (1945)

Member of Caesar's entourage during the siege of Alexandria. Participates in the emergency escape by diving into the harbor and swimming to a Roman ship while the lighthouse is under attack.

Old Surehand — Flaming Frontier (1965)

Skilled gunslinger and pioneer, known for his marksmanship and leadership in the American West.

Career Overview

Stewart Granger has 83 screen credits in a career dating back to 1933. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Winnetou Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Rampage at Apache Wells, Sodom and Gomorrah, Gun Glory. 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
83
Birth Date
1913-05-06
Birth Place
Kensington, London, United Kingdom

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q310150), public domain (CC0).