Ray Collins

Ray Bidwell Collins (December 10, 1889 – July 11, 1965) was an American character actor in stock and Broadway theatre, radio, films, and television. With 900 stage roles to his credit, he became one of the most successful actors in the developing field of radio drama.

A friend and associate of Orson Welles for many years, Collins went to Hollywood with the Mercury Theatre company and made his feature-film debut in Citizen Kane, as Kane's ruthless political rival.

Collins appeared in more than 75 films and had one of his best-remembered roles on television, as the irascible Lieutenant Arthur Tragg on the television series Perry Mason.

Ray Collins is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 12 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Touch of Evil (1958), Perry Mason (1957), You're in the Navy Now (1951), Summer Stock (1950), Francis (1950), The Heiress (1949), Command Decision (1948), The Best Years of Our Lives (1946). The recorded credits span 1941 to 1958, including 11 movies and 1 TV show.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.