Richard Cramer

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Characters played by Richard Cramer

Gunman (uncredited) — The Spanish Cape Mystery (1935)

An armed kidnapper who abducts Stella and her uncle during the escalating mystery.

Butch — Kid Gloves (1929)

Stone's hired thug who stalks Ruth and later disguises himself as a police officer to arrest Kid Gloves under false pretenses. He is part of Stone's plot to eliminate Kid but is briefly bribed away by Duffy.

Dorgan — The Vanishing Shadow (1934)

Dorgan is Wade Barnett's tough enforcer, described as Barnett's “spear-point heavy.” He resents having to hold back in the struggle because Gloria's safety matters to his boss. Eventually he captures both Stanley and Gloria, then blackmails Barnett to ensure Gloria is kept safe, directly shaping the final confrontation involving the ransom money and police.

Nick Grainger - Escaped Convict — Saps at Sea (1940)

An escaped convict who boards the boat. Takes control of the situation with a weapon after the goat sets the vessel adrift. He is eventually overpowered by Ollie and arrested, ending up incarcerated alongside Stan and Ollie.

Jake - Bartender — Trailing Double Trouble (1940)

Tavern staff member serving patrons

Harry — Billy The Kid's Round-Up (1941)

Townsperson or ranch hand.

Bartender Joe — Arizona Stage Coach (1942)

Saloon owner providing information or drinks.

Bartender — Billy the Kid's Gun Justice (1940)

Saloon worker, sometimes covers for secret agents or provides info.

Judge Beaumont — Scram! (1932)

The angry magistrate who tries Stan and Ollie for vagrancy and orders them to leave town within an hour. Returns home to discover them in a compromising situation with his wife, leading to a frantic confrontation.

Bartender Henchman Ed — Rock River Renegades (1942)

Saloon bartender secretly working for outlaws.

Bartender Mike — Texas Trouble Shooters (1942)

Bartender in Texas Trouble Shooters, provides local gossip.

Voice of 'The Black Tiger' — The Shadow (1940)

Voice actor or character representing the invisible villain.

Career Overview

Richard Cramer has 159 screen credits in a career dating back to 1927. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Range Busters Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Streamlined Swing, Feud of the Range, The Speed Reporter. 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
159
Birth Date
1889-07-02
Birth Place
Bryan, Ohio, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1597198), public domain (CC0).