Karl Pfeiffer (played by Charles Winninger) is a protagonist in Friendly Enemies.
A German-born New York brewer who initially opposes US involvement in WWI. He is deceived by the saboteur Anton Miller into donating $50,000. After learning his son joined the army and believing he was killed in a sabotaged ship sinking, Karl initially seeks revenge. He later allies with Henry Block to expose Miller as a saboteur, ultimately abandoning his political isolationism to embrace patriotism and family. Anton Miller (played by Otto Kruger) appears in Friendly Enemies.
A cunning German saboteur who operates under the alias George Stewart, posing as a propaganda expert. He manipulates Karl Pfeiffer into funding anti-war efforts with a $50,000 donation. He orchestrates the sinking of a military transport ship carrying Bill. His deception is uncovered, leading to his forced confession and arrest by police.
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Characters
Karl Pfeiffer
(played by Charles Winninger) — protagonist
A German-born New York brewer who initially opposes US involvement in WWI. He is deceived by the saboteur Anton Miller into donating $50,000. After learning his son joined the army and believing he wa...
Anton Miller
(played by Otto Kruger) — supporting
A cunning German saboteur who operates under the alias George Stewart, posing as a propaganda expert. He manipulates Karl Pfeiffer into funding anti-war efforts with a $50,000 donation. He orchestrate...
Key Relationships
Karl Pfeiffer → Anton Miller
(Conflict Arch Enemy)
Story Analysis
A German-born brewer's anti-war stance is exploited by a saboteur, leading to tragedy, revenge, and eventual patriotic redemption.
