Bob Hayward (played by Robert Stack) is a protagonist in Bwana Devil.
Leads the Uganda Railway mission in British East Africa. Desperately attempts to stop two man-eating lions from disrupting construction and killing workers. After hired hunters are killed, he resolves to kill the lions himself, surviving a grim battle to ultimately defeat them and protect his wife. Dr. Angus McLean (played by Nigel Bruce) appears in Bwana Devil.
Co-leads the Uganda Railway construction mission in British East Africa alongside Bob Hayward. Manages the project's formidable challenges, including intense heat, sickness, and the disruptive man-eating lions.
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Characters
Bob Hayward
(played by Robert Stack) — protagonist
Leads the Uganda Railway mission in British East Africa. Desperately attempts to stop two man-eating lions from disrupting construction and killing workers. After hired hunters are killed, he resolves...
Dr. Angus McLean
(played by Nigel Bruce) — supporting
Co-leads the Uganda Railway construction mission in British East Africa alongside Bob Hayward. Manages the project's formidable challenges, including intense heat, sickness, and the disruptive man-eat...
Key Relationships
Bob Hayward → Dr. Angus McLean
(Professional Co-Leaders)
Story Analysis
A railway mission in British East Africa is threatened by man-eating lions, leading to a desperate hunt and final confrontation.
Plot Progression
Railway Peril
Hunting Expedition
Desperate Stand
Lion Slayer
Directed by Arch Oboler
Bwana Devil (1952) · 5/10 · action, adventure, drama
