Morris Carnovsky

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Characters played by Morris Carnovsky

A. R. Lowenthal — The Gambler (1974)

Axel's wealthy grandfather. When the mob asks for financial help to cover Axel's debt, the grandfather refuses. He later offers help in person, but Axel declines.

Le Bret — Cyrano de Bergerac (1950)

Le Bret is Cyrano's friend and a voice of practical concern. He warns Cyrano that killing Vicomte de Valvert has created dangerous enemies, then presses him to explain his hatred of Montfleury. Through their conversation, Cyrano admits both his jealousy and his hopeless love for Roxane.

Dr. Richard Caleb — Dishonored Lady (1947)

Dr. Richard Caleb is the psychiatrist who finds Madeleine unconscious after her car crashes near his home. He cares for her and helps her understand that she has been running away from herself. Later, he warns her at the airport that fleeing from Dr. David Cousins is a mistake.

Manuel Satana — Cornered (1945)

A lawyer and associate of Diego and DuBois, Manuel Satana asks Laurence Gerard to stop following Mme. Madeleine Jarnac(Laurent) without explaining the reason. He helps prevent Gerard from shooting the wrong man, later arrives after Jarnac's death, and tells the police that the evidence can expose the organization.

Bjorn Bjornson — Our Vines Have Tender Grapes (1945)

A proud farmer in Fuller Junction, Bjorn loses his livestock when lightning strikes and burns down his newly erected, uninsured barn. Selma donates her pet calf to help him, and the townspeople, including Martinius, follow her example. Their generosity becomes a turning point for Viola, who reconsiders her harsh views on country life.

Morris Gershwin — Rhapsody in Blue (1945)

One of George and Ira’s parents, Morris is present when the family’s new piano is brought into their Brooklyn home. Morris initially arranges piano lessons for Ira, but the family changes course after hearing young George play and signs him up for lessons instead.

Alex Maris — Saigon (1947)

A wealthy profiteer who hires Larry Briggs for a dangerous flying job. He arrives late with police, becomes enraged when the money goes missing, and takes Larry hostage along with his valet. He is ultimately killed in a gunfight with Larry and Mike.

Howard Abbott — Joe Palooka in the Knockout (1947)

A gambler and nightclub owner who serves as a primary antagonist. He hires Nina to sing and conspires to have Joe Palooka killed in his upcoming fight by using a poisoned mouthguard.

Career Overview

Morris Carnovsky has 31 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work is anchored in the Joe Palooka series universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Gambler, The Chicago Conspiracy Trial, Gun Crazy. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
male
Known Credits
31
Birth Date
1897-09-04 00:00:00
Birth Place
Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

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