Sol Gorss

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Characters played by Sol Gorss

Pilot (uncredited) — The Silencers (1966)

Aircraft operator for covert transport.

Sikes — Tarzan and the Trappers (1960)

Greedy treasure hunter seeking the lost city of Zarbo with ruthless methods.

Dice's Henchman (uncredited) — Smashing the Money Ring (1939)

Criminal associate enforcing Dice Mathews's orders.

Bob Clune (Uncredited) — Nightmare (1956)

Bob Clune is identified as one of the murder victims whose photograph is shown during the investigation. Stan recognizes Bob Clune's face from his nightmare, and that recognition strengthens his conviction that the dream reflects an actual crime. Bob's connection to the case is therefore central to Stan's growing fear and collapse.

Soldier — Charlie Chan in Panama (1940)

Background military personnel in the Panama Canal espionage plot.

Injun Joe — The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1955)

Injun Joe confronts Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer after they discover a chest of gold in a cave. During the encounter, he falls to his death. His confrontation with the boys is the event that precedes their newfound wealth and Huck's adoption by the Widow Douglas.

Reporters' Driver (uncredited) — Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (1939)

Chauffeur transporting journalists to news events.

Hanson's Driver — Penrod and Sam (1937)

Chauffeur employed by Roy Hanson, facilitates transportation.

Dangerous Dora's Henchman / Miss LaRue's Associate (uncredited) — By the Light of the Silvery Moon (1953)

Minor associate linked to theatrical performers and stage crews.

Cab Driver (uncredited) — Torchy Blane in Chinatown (1939)

Taxi driver transporting characters through city streets during investigations.

Roustabout (uncredited) — Big Town (1946)

Uncredited cameo appearance in Big Town.

Court Attendant (uncredited) — Torchy Blane... Playing with Dynamite (1939)

Court staff member managing proceedings or visitor access.

Career Overview

Sol Gorss has 170 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work spans 13 cinematic universes — most prominently Brass Bancroft Series with 3 titles. Signature works include The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Tarzan and the Trappers, Guns Girls and Gangsters. 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
170
Birth Date
1908-03-22
Birth Place
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 13 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q7555529), public domain (CC0).