Don Knotts

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Characters played by Don Knotts

Les Calhoun — Matlock (1986)

Cameo character in Matlock appearing in legal contexts with brief dialogue.

Barney Fife — The Andy Griffith Show (1960)

Andy Taylor's lifelong friend and cousin, working as a well-meaning, enthusiastic, but bumbling deputy sheriff.

Ralph Furley — Three's Company (1977)

Ralph joins the series in 1979 as the roommates' new building manager. In that role, he becomes connected to the apartment shared by Jack, Janet, and the other women, succeeding the earlier management arrangement and participating in the household's continuing situation.

Mayor Turkey Lurkey — Chicken Little (2005)

Pompous town leader who fuels public panic and resists change

CHP #2 — Cannonball Run II (1984)

California Highway Patrol officer in Cannonball Run II, pursues racers.

Sniffer — Air Buddies (2006)

Detective-minded puppy with a keen nose

TV Repairman — Pleasantville (1998)

The TV Repairman is a mysterious figure who arrives after David and Jennifer break their remote control. Impressed by David's knowledge and affection for Pleasantville, he gives him an unusual replacement remote. When David later tries to return home, the Repairman communicates through the television and insists that living in Pleasantville should be considered a gift.

Wheely Applegate — Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo (1977)

Wealthy and ruthless businessman who plots to steal Herbie and win the Monte Carlo Rally at any cost.

Denver Kid — Hot Lead & Cold Feet (1978)

Denver Kid is the sheriff of Bloodshy and one of the town's principal authorities. He receives Jasper Bloodshy's will through Mansfield and becomes involved in the dispute with Rattlesnake. After Mayor Ragsdale is exposed and jailed, Denver Kid becomes the town's new mayor.

T.W. Turtle — Cats Don't Dance (1997)

One of the animal actors cast alongside Danny in Lil' Ark Angel. He joins the group inspired by Danny's musical rally and participates in the successful premiere performance that secures them better roles.

Theodore Ogelvie — The Apple Dumpling Gang (1975)

Amos's clumsy partner, co-protagonist known for comedic mishaps and distinctive voice.

Principal Kokelar — Big Bully (1996)

Principal Kokelar is the school administrator who handles David's complaints about Ross. He sides with Ross due to seniority, informs David of complaints filed by teacher Clark, and warns David to correct his conduct or be replaced for the rest of the term.

Career Overview

Don Knotts has 75 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently The Apple Dumpling Gang Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Three's Company, Chicken Little, Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo. 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
75
Birth Date
1924-07-21
Birth Place
Morgantown, West Virgina, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q555236), public domain (CC0).