Steve McQueen (1930-1980) is identified in the film as "Steven McQueen" for the only time in his career. A long time leading man, he starred in films such as "The Sand Pebbles" (1956) and "The Great Escape" (1963). Desperately needing money for bills, he turned down the chance to convert his small pay check in "The Blob" for part ownership in the film.
Steve Andrews is one of the first to see the creature when he and his girlfriend encounter old Barney one evening. Steve and his girlfriend struggle for a while to convince the town the Blob is real.
2. Aneta Corsaut
Answer: Jane Martin
Aneta Corsaut (1933-1995) is a film and television actress. She had a regular role on "The Andy Griffith Show" (1960-1968). She also appeared in parts on a variety of television series and movies from the 1950s through the 1990s.
Jane Martin was the girlfriend of Steve Andrews in the film. They appeared as a team in many scenes in the film. We see many members of Jane's family in the film, but not Steve's.
3. Earl Rowe
Answer: Lt. Dave Barton
Earl Rowe (1920-2002) was a film, television, and stage actor. He appeared as a guest performer in many television programs such as "Studio One" (1948-1958) and "The Doctors" (1963-1982). Lt. Barton may have been his best known movie role.
Lt. Barton is a local police officer who assists Steve and Jane. Later they attempt to electrocute the Blob.
4. Olin Howlin
Answer: Barney
Olin Howland (1886-1959) is incorrectly identified in the film as Olin Howlin. "The Blob" was his last film, but before then the long time character actor appeared in films such as "Nothing Sacred" (1937) and "Angel and the Badman" (1947).
Barney is the drunken old man who is the first victim of the Blob. The creature first climbs onto Barney's hand then traveling up his arm. A bit later in the film the Blob has consumed Barney entirely.
5. Stephen Chase
Answer: Dr. T. Hallen
Stephen Chase (1902-1982) is a film and television actor. His career spanned several decades from "Chance at Heaven" (1933) through "The Caddy" (1953) and beyond. He also had recurring roles in television programs such as "The Lone Ranger" (1949-1957) and "Gunsmoke" (1955-1975).
Dr. Halley was the physician who attempted to treat old Barney. He decided and attempted to amputate Barney's arm before the blob consumed Barney, the nurse, and poor Dr. Halley himself.
6. Robert Fields
Answer: Tony Gressette
Robert Fields (born 1934) is a film and television actor. His a graduate of Carnegie Melon University. He appeared in a number of films including "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" (1969) and "Anna" (1987)
Robert Fields portrayed Tony, a friend of Steve Andrews, and (outside the universe of "The Blob") was a real-life friend of Steve McQueen. Tony attempts to help Steve to warn people about the creature.
7. John Benson
Answer: Sgt. Jim Bert
John Benson (1916-1977) is a film and television actor. He appeared in films such as "Around the World in 80 Days" (1956) and "Spartacus" (1960). His career actually began as a stuntman. He served as assistant director in the film "Molly and Lawless John" (1972).
Sgt. Bert usually appears on-screen with Lt. Barton. Bert is sceptical about Steve and Jane's story, considering it likely a prank.
8. Julie Cousins
Answer: Sally the Waitress
Julie Cousins is an actress, although "The Blob" is her only on-screen role according to IMDb.
Sally is a waitress who appears in a scene at the diner along with Steve, Jane, and others. They later attempt to shelter in the diner's basement
9. Lee Payton
Answer: Kate the Nurse
Lee Payton is an actress. "The Blob" is also her only on-screen credit according to IMDb.
The nurse appears at the doctor's office where Steve and Jane have taken Barney. After the creature consumes Barney, he swallows the nurse before going after the doctor.
10. Elbert Smith
Answer: Henry Martin
Elbert Smith is an actor and a director. In addition to the blob he also appeared in the film "4D Man" (1959).
In addition to being Jane's father, Henry is also the school's principal. He helps direct the students to use the fire extinguishers that freeze the creature.
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