Alex Cord

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Characters played by Alex Cord

Michael Coldsmith-Briggs III — Airwolf (1984)

Firm deputy director codenamed Archangel who survives an assassination attempt during Airwolf's theft. He recruits Hawke, offers protection and search resources for his brother in exchange for the helicopter and national missions.

Michael Coldsmith Briggs III — Airwolf: The Movie (1984)

CIA project director and handler for the Airwolf program, responsible for overseeing the recovery operation and managing government interests.

Jason Porter — The Dead Are Alive (1972)

Jason is an alcoholic archaeologist studying the Etruscans in Italy while trying to recover his relationship with Myra Shelton. His jealousy and erratic behavior create danger, and his past violence toward Myra complicates their bond. Police later accuse him of handling a camera lens used in the murders.

Kip Thompson — The Last Grenade (1970)

An American mercenary leader hired to change sides in the Congo. His men fire on Major Harry Grigsby's group as they board helicopters, making him Grigsby's enemy. Later hired by Red China to stir up trouble in the New Territories, Thompson becomes the target of the British government's mission.

Victor Mahler — C.I.A. Code Name: Alexa (1992)

Ruthless terrorist leader targeting nuclear microchips and churches.

Jack Rodgers — To Be the Best (1993)

Veteran kickboxer helping to expose rigged championship matches.

Zankie Albo — Synanon (1965)

A heroin addict admitted to Synanon House for rehabilitation, where Joaney cares for him during withdrawal. He develops a romantic relationship with her, persuades another patient to share cough medicine, and later uses heroin in a motel room with Joaney. The drug causes a fatal reaction, and he dies of an overdose.

Career Overview

Alex Cord has 46 screen credits in a career dating back to 1955. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Karate Tiger with 1 titles. Signature works include Genesis II, The Dead Are Alive, Street Asylum. 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
46
Birth Date
1933-05-03
Birth Place
Floral Park, New York

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q949100), public domain (CC0).