Loyal, gravel-voiced majordomo at the Harts' opulent Bel Air estate. He narrates the opening credits and assists the couple with their investigations and daily affairs.
Hollywood press agent with a cynical attitude; his contemptuous interaction with Norman directly precipitates the actor's final downfall.
An American gangster whose car breaks down while he is transporting the wounded Albie. He invades George and Teresa’s isolated castle, disconnects the telephone, and holds them hostage while waiting for criminal assistance. After being abandoned, he fights George and dies after shooting at the latter’s car.
Cornelius Cobb is an ex-newspaperman employed by John Cedar as a troubleshooter to keep reporters away from Longfellow Deeds. Although he initially opposes Babe Bennett's efforts to reach Deeds, he comes to respect Deeds's judgment and character. Cobb later discovers Babe's deception and tells Deeds the truth, despite the painful consequences for both of them.
A drunken old sailor who visits the tavern and dies after drinking. His death allows Jim Hawkins to discover the map to Captain Flint's treasure, which sets the entire plot in motion.
A drunken newspaper staff writer who poses as the Guru Brahmin and gives Aimee advice about her romantic life. She follows his suggestions to accept a dinner invitation from Joyboy and later to become engaged to Dennis. When she seeks him out in distress, he drunkenly tells her to jump out a window rather than offering meaningful help.
Circus director managing the troupe and hiding fugitives.
Howard is Joseph's old friend, whom Joseph visits at a nursing home while Howard is in the final stages of Alzheimer's disease. Joseph introduces him to Charlotte, and Howard's death is one of the losses that disrupts Joseph's already solitary life.
Reporter or associate covering Joe's career and public image.
Sobakevich is the KGB Bureau Chief who knows the hidden identity and value of Eberlin’s enemy. He agrees to provide Gatiss with the information for US$100,000, but instead supplies another dead British agent. Enraged because he wanted the target alive, Gatiss kills Sobakevich.
A retired officer whose isolated villa becomes a destination for Fabrizo and his companions. He initially suspects the group of intending to rob him, but Fabrizo denies that they have come to steal. Their visit concerns an appeal for a woman with bronchial asthma, although the account leaves the result unresolved.
Baccala is an older mobster boss who stands above Kid Sally in the criminal hierarchy and shows little respect for the crew Sally commands. He permits Sally to supervise a six-day bicycle race for its money, but after outside interference prevents the race, he demotes Sally to the role of chauffeur, reinforcing his authority over him.
Lionel Stander has 115 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Don Camillo Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Hart to Hart, New York, New York, Cul-de-sac. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
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