Ted Cassidy

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Characters played by Ted Cassidy

Gorn — Star Trek (1966)

Reptilian alien species featured in the Star Trek universe.

Narrator / Hulk — The Incredible Hulk (1977)

Provides the opening narration that summarizes Banner's accidental transformation, McGee's relentless pursuit, and Banner's ongoing quest to control the creature while evading authorities. This framing device sets the premise for the series.

Lurch — The Addams Family (1964)

Lurch is the towering butler who attends the Addams family in their ornate mansion. As a household servant, he is part of the family's daily life alongside Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, and Grandmama. Visitors often react with fear or dismay at his appearance, while the family treats him as normal.

Harvey Logan — Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)

Gang member who steps up as interim leader during Butch's absences. Challenges Butch for command but is decisively defeated in a knife fight, allowing Butch to retain leadership.

Hachita — Mackenna's Gold (1969)

An Apache warrior in Colorado's gang who follows spiritual guidance by removing the bullets from Colorado's gun. He kills Tibbs but is subsequently killed by a vengeful Colorado.

The Giant (voice) — Jack and the Beanstalk (1967)

The Giant is the dangerous inhabitant of the enormous dwelling above the beanstalk. He keeps a room full of gold and holds Princess Serena under an enchantment. After Jack and Jeremy help her escape, he discovers their flight and angrily pursues the group, threatening to end his hospitality.

Narrator / Hulk — The Return of the Incredible Hulk (1977)

Voiceover entity providing commentary on the Hulk's actions and internal struggles.

Isiah — Planet Earth (1974)

Member of PAX Team 21. Mentioned only as part of the survey team led by Dylan Hunt, with no specific actions or plot involvement detailed in the summary.

Prince Thun (voice) — Flash Gordon: The Greatest Adventure of All (1982)

Thun is the virtuous ruler of the Lion Men, whom Flash and his companions meet after escaping capture. He joins their resistance against Ming and explains that Ming is likely to use Mongo's strategy of separating his enemies before attacking, a plan Flash compares to divide and conquer.

Big Donnie — The Limit (1972)

Leader of the gang 'The Virgins'. Initially confrontational but comes to respect Mark Johnson's dignified approach, actively seeking his advice on personal and gang matters.

Mickey — Goin' Coconuts (1978)

A henchman working for Wong. He tracks the protagonists, infiltrates their hotel room to steal the necklace, and participates in the final armed chase. He is later apprehended after attempting to infiltrate a performance disguised as a police officer.

Career Overview

Ted Cassidy has 43 screen credits in a career dating back to 1959. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Incredible Hulk Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The Addams Family, Catch the Black Sunshine, The Great Balloon Race. 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
43
Birth Date
1932-07-31
Birth Place
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q717693), public domain (CC0).