Alan Young

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Characters played by Alan Young

Scrooge McDuck — DuckTales (1987)

Uncle who reluctantly takes in Donald's hyperactive nephews, initially focused on wealth and harsh business ethics before warming up to them. Known for his Scottish accent, spats, top hat, and origins at Castle McDuck. He frequently leads adventures and is the primary target for various villains seeking his fortune or Number One Dime.

Mr. Flaversham — The Great Mouse Detective (1986)

Mr. Flaversham is Olivia's single father and a clockwork craftsman kidnapped by Ratigan. He initially refuses to build a mechanical replica of the Mouse Queen, but complies when Ratigan threatens Olivia. At Buckingham Palace he operates the toy Queen, then joins Basil and Dawson in rescuing Olivia and pursuing Ratigan.

Uncle Dave Thornton — Beverly Hills Cop III (1994)

Local elder who provides neighborhood gossip.

Scrooge — DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp (1990)

The wealthy duck and protagonist who travels to the Middle East to acquire Collie Baba's treasure, acquires the magic lamp, and ultimately uses his final wish to free the Genie and restore his fortune.

Flower Store Worker — The Time Machine (2002)

Shop employee in 1899 New York, minor background presence.

Uncle Scrooge McDuck — Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)

Uncle Scrooge McDuck is one of Donald Duck's relatives present during the family Christmas celebration. He joins Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Aunt Gurtie in singing carols while Huey, Dewey, and Louie play with their new toys, placing him within the family setting of the first story.

David Filby / James Filby — The Time Machine (1960)

Scientist and friend of the time traveler, debates temporal theory.

Uncle Scrooge McDuck (voice) — Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas (2004)

A wealthy, sharp-witted duck and member of the McDuck family who appears in the Christmas anthology.

Woody — Tom Thumb (1958)

Woody is Jonathan and Anne’s best family friend and an important ally to Tom Thumb. He takes Tom to the carnival, helps search for him after the robbery, and assists in tracking down Ivan and Antony. Woody ultimately brings the thieves and the stolen gold back to town, clearing Tom’s parents, and ends the film by marrying a woman he has been courting.

Androcles — Androcles and the Lion (1952)

Androcles is a gentle Christian tailor fleeing Roman persecutors while accompanied by his nagging wife, Megaera. In the forest, he removes a thorn from a lion's paw and names the animal Tommy. Later, he volunteers to face the lion in the arena, where their friendship exposes the absurdity of the persecution.

Charlie Biddle / Mrs. Biddle / Mr. Henry Biddle — Gentlemen Marry Brunettes (1955)

Charlie welcomes the sisters to Paris alongside David Action and becomes Connie’s romantic partner. He tours the city with her, shares kisses, and grows deeply attached despite the sisters’ sudden departure. After realizing he cannot live without her, he chases their boat and proposes to Connie, ending the story as her fiancé.

Roy Hornsdale — Margie (1946)

A bumbling classmate who harbors a secret crush on Margie and repeatedly attempts to court her despite her lack of interest. He was initially scheduled to escort Margie to the senior dance but is forced to cancel at the last minute due to a cold.

Career Overview

Alan Young has 60 screen credits in a career dating back to 1946. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Mickey's… Upon a Christmas Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include DuckTales, DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp, Battle of the Planets. 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
60
Birth Date
1919-11-19
Birth Place
North Shields, Tyne-and-Wear, Northumberland, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q555246), public domain (CC0).