John Lupton

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Characters played by John Lupton

Jeff Castle — Man with the Gun (1955)

Jeff Castle is a young resident who dislikes Clint Tollinger's violent methods and is wounded before Tollinger is formally hired. When Dade Holman's men detain him for trespassing, Tollinger arrests the men and arranges an exchange. Jeff later claims the right to kill Dade, but is jealous of Clint's attraction to Stella Atkins and remains connected to the town's struggle against Holman.

William Pittenger — The Great Locomotive Chase (1956)

A corporal assigned to the raid mission. He participates in the train hijacking and sabotage efforts, successfully escapes the Atlanta jail with seven comrades, and speaks on behalf of the group when receiving the first Medals of Honor.

Bailey — Escape from Fort Bravo (1953)

Initially described as a proven coward, he flees during the night when a loose horse returns. Later redeems himself by returning with cavalry reinforcements, saving the trapped group. Marsh smiles at him before dying, acknowledging his bravery.

Oringer — Airport 1975 (1974)

Airport staff or traveler.

Prosecuting Attorney — All My Darling Daughters (1972)

Legal professional involved in courtroom proceedings.

Ray Miller — The Rebel Set (1959)

A struggling writer recruited by Mr. Tucker to take part in the armored car robbery. He travels to Chicago with John Mapes and George Leland and helps carry out the theft. After the group returns to the train, Tucker double-crosses them and kills Ray, leaving John as the remaining person able to stop him.

Jesse James — Jesse James Meets Frankenstein's Daughter (1966)

Infamous outlaw who survived his reported 1882 death. Travels to the American West with his henchman Hank Tracy. After a botched stagecoach robbery and shootout, he seeks medical aid for Hank at the Frankenstein residence. He becomes entangled in Dr. Maria's experiments, gets captured by her brainwashed monster, but is ultimately freed by Juanita Lopez before riding away to avoid endangering her.

Hal Parker — Three Came to Kill (1960)

Hal Parker is an airport flight controller whose home is invaded by Marty Brill's gang. They hold his family hostage and threaten his wife, June, to make him broadcast a coded message identifying which departing plane carries the visiting prime minister. His forced cooperation supports the gang's assassination plot.

Chad Chadburn — Glory (1956)

A wealthy young man whose stable houses Glory. Though initially engaged to Candy Trent, he helps Clarabell recover the horse after a poker loss and eventually falls in love with her.

Career Overview

John Lupton has 72 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Whiz Kid with 1 titles. Signature works include The Devil's Bedroom, Jesse James Meets Frankenstein's Daughter, The Clown and the Kid. 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
72
Birth Date
1928-08-23
Birth Place
Highland Park, Illinois, United States

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3181961), public domain (CC0).