Jon Hall

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Characters played by Jon Hall

Haroun-Al-Raschid — Arabian Nights (1942)

The caliph of ancient Persia who is overthrown and exiled by his brother Kamar. He hides in a wandering circus, recovers from injuries, and falls in love with the dancer Sherazade. Later rescued by Ali, he fights Kamar in a sword duel and ultimately restores his throne after the villain's defeat.

Ali Baba — Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (1944)

Son of Caliph Hassan. After witnessing his father's execution, he is found by Old Baba's thieves, adopted, and becomes their leader. He leads Robin Hood-style resistance against the Mongols, orchestrates a plan to kidnap Amara, reunites with her, and ultimately launches a decisive assault on Baghdad using forty jars to defeat Hulagu Khan.

Robert Griffin — The Invisible Man's Revenge (1944)

Fugitive madman who becomes invisible to exact revenge on his former partner.

Marshal Johnnie Taggart — The Vigilantes Return (1947)

A government marshal who enters Bannack posing as the outlaw Ace Braddock, intending to restore law and order. After Curtwright's henchman helps direct suspicion toward him, Johnnie reveals his true identity to Judge Holden, is framed for murder, and escapes jail with help from Andy and Kitty before gathering vigilantes for a showdown at the Bull Whip saloon.

Terangi — The Hurricane (1937)

Terangi is the first mate of an island-hopping schooner and the husband of Marama, the chief’s daughter. After striking a racist man in Tahiti, he is imprisoned and repeatedly attempts to escape, ultimately serving eight years before getting home. He reunites with his family, returns to warn the islanders of the approaching hurricane, and flees with his family after the disaster.

Kehane — South of Pago Pago (1940)

The native chief's son who desires Ruby. He places a taboo on dangerous deep-water diving to protect his people. He ultimately marries Ruby due to Bucko's manipulation, leading to Ruby's genuine emotional connection and subsequent moral crisis.

Frank Raymond — Invisible Agent (1942)

Invisible operative fighting Nazi spies during WWII.

Philip Nash — Charlie Chan in Shanghai (1935)

Olympic competitor and Diana's fiancé, framed for espionage and theft.

Randy Curtis — Lady in the Dark (1944)

Randy is a movie star who visits the Allure offices for a photo shoot and asks Liza to dinner. Liza accepts and makes an effort to dress glamorously, but the date is disrupted when they encounter Charley and Charley's date pursues Randy. Liza later learns that Randy had been courting her to make her the head of his new production company.

Christopher "Kit" Carson — Kit Carson (1940)

Kit Carson is a frontiersman traveling with his saddle pals Ape and Lopez. After the three escape an attack, he reaches Fort Bridger, where Captain John C. Fremont hires him to guide a wagon train west to California along a route south of the Oregon Trail. He and Fremont both fall in love with Dolores Murphy.

Ramu — Cobra Woman (1944)

Ramu is the man expected to marry Tollea. After her abduction, he sails toward the forbidden Cobra Island with Kado hidden aboard, survives a panther attack, and is mistaken for someone close to Naja. He ultimately reunites with Tollea, who asks him to stay and help rule the island.

Merab — Sudan (1945)

Merab is a traveler on his way to a horse fair with Nebka when he encounters Naila fleeing captivity. Though he worries about the danger, he refuses to betray her for gold and helps her evade pursuit. He later helps Herua escape from a guarded cell by exchanging clothes with him, and stands by Naila after Horadef seizes power.

Career Overview

Jon Hall has 52 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Invisible Man with 2 titles. Signature works include Arabian Nights, Forbidden Island, The Prince of Thieves. 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
52
Birth Date
1915-02-23
Birth Place
Fresno, California, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q585953), public domain (CC0).