Brett Halsey

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Characters played by Brett Halsey

Douglas Michelson — The Godfather Part III (1990)

Business associate in corporate dealings.

Bill Kiowa — Today We Kill, Tomorrow We Die! (1968)

Bill Kiowa is a man released after five years in prison, still driven by hatred for James Elfego. He gathers a group of experienced gunmen, pays them to join his pursuit, and leads them against Elfego’s Comancheros. Elfego exploits their shared history by planning to leave Bill’s tracks at a robbery scene and frame him.

Eddie Harris — The Best of Everything (1959)

Caroline Bender’s former fiancé who marries another woman. During a business trip to New York, he visits Caroline and reveals he wants her to be his mistress rather than divorce his wealthy wife. His rejection and selfishness ultimately push Caroline to leave him behind and embrace new opportunities.

Carl Neilson Jr. — The Atomic Submarine (1959)

Pacifistic scientist and Holloway's bunkmate. Pilots the minisub during the boarding mission. After the mission, he reconciles with Holloway and concedes that his pacifism is inadequate against hostile extraterrestrials.

Dr. Ned Thomas — Desire in the Dust (1960)

Supporting character and Melinda's husband. Discovers his wife's infidelity when he catches her with Lonnie. Later returns to the hunting lodge with Peter to expose the fabricated charges against Lonnie, contributing to the protagonist's exoneration.

Ted Carter — Return to Peyton Place (1961)

Roberta’s son who struggles between filial duty and personal desire. His relationship with Selena and marriage to Raffaella highlight the town’s social constraints; he eventually matures enough to publicly defend Mike Rossi and break from his mother’s control.

Fred Leinster — Twenty Thousand Dollars for Seven (1969)

The lead protagonist and central figure of the film.

Professor Paul Evans — Demonia (1990)

A respected archaeologist and Liza's former professor who leads the survey team to Sicily. He warns Liza against supernatural involvement and tries to abandon the dig after being wrongly suspected of murder. He pursues the possessed Liza into the ruins but is fatally stabbed by her, later staggering into the cavern to witness her death.

Benvenuto Cellini — The Magnificent Adventurer (1963)

A celebrated Florentine goldsmith, sculptor, and draftsman, Cellini is the story's central figure. After fleeing Florence, he becomes Mint director in Rome, is imprisoned for counterfeiting, and is released to help defend the city. He carries a peace petition through enemy lines, then returns to Florence and completes his statue of Perseus.

Johnny Ringo — Kill Johnny Ringo (1966)

Johnny Ringo is a Texas Ranger investigating a counterfeiting ring. His efforts to stop the operation become entangled with the conflict among Jackson, Ray Scott, and Annie, because Ray may be persuaded to testify against Jackson. Ringo's investigation is ultimately compromised by the sheriff, who is his partner and the real counterfeit artist.

Mike Landers — High School Hellcats (1958)

A hardworking college student and coffee shop employee who becomes Joyce's romantic interest. He supports her emotionally, helps her escape dangerous gang situations, and proves his good character to her parents.

John Price — Four Times That Night (1971)

Central male protagonist and male model. His account claims a consensual encounter that ended abruptly due to neighbors' arrival. He is the subject of conflicting testimonies regarding his intentions and actions during the night, driving the film's narrative structure.

Career Overview

Brett Halsey has 104 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently The Godfather with 1 titles. Signature works include The Devil's Honey, Today We Kill, Tomorrow We Die!, Spy in Your Eye. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
104
Birth Date
1933-06-20
Birth Place
Santa Ana, California, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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