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Roger Lance Mobley (born January 16, 1949) is a former child actor in the 1950s and 1960s who made more than 118 television appearances and co-starred in nine feature films in a nine-year career.[1] He served in the Green Berets (46th Special Forces Company) during the Vietnam War, and was subsequently a police officer in Beaumont, Texas.[1]

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Background

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Mobley is one of eight children of Arthur Lance Mobley (1922–2002)[2] and Charlene V. Mobley (1924–2012).[2][3] Lance Mobley, as the father was known, was born in Centralia in southern Illinois, and a retired pipefitter at the time of his death in a hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Charlene and he married in 1939, when he was 17, and she was 15.[4] The couple moved from Indiana in the early 1950s to Pecos in Reeves County in West Texas before they headed in 1957 to Whittier, near Los Angeles.

Acting

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Mobley with Earl Holliman in The Wide Country (1962)

Mobley (pronounced "Mawbley"[5]) sang with his older brother and sister in The Little Mobley Trio in Texas where the family then lived. After moving to California when Mobley was six or seven, the trio appeared on the Ted Mack's Original Amateur Hour with disappointing results.

They were spotted, though, by Lola Moore, then the pre-eminent agent for child actors, who expressed an interest in Roger and arranged his audition for the part of eight-year-old Homer "Packy" Lambert in the NBC Saturday-morning Western television series, Fury, starring Peter Graves, Bobby Diamond, and William Fawcett. He appeared in 38 episodes of the series.[6]

In 1964, after having been impressed with Mobley's performance as Gustav in Emil and the Detectives, Walt Disney signed him to the title role in the highly acclaimed and Emmy-nominated "Adventures of Gallegher" serials for the Wonderful World of Color. Gallegher is an amateur sleuth newspaper reporter, a character created by author Richard Harding Davis.[1]

Military

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After 9 years and appearances in 118 television programs or feature films, Mobley's career was interrupted at the age of 18 by military service when he was drafted into the Vietnam War.[3] Mobley eventually graduated Parachute Jump School (Fort Benning, Georgia) and JFK Special Warfare School (Fort Bragg, North Carolina) and was assigned to the 6th Special Group (Fort Bragg)[3] and the 46th Special Special Forces Co., 1st Special Forces (1969–1970), for sixteen months before being honorably discharged in 1970.[3]

Personal life

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Upon his return home to Whittier from the military, Mobley found that only $6,000 earnings from his extensive film work as a child had been saved for him. His new bride and he moved to Texas, where he landed a position on the Beaumont, Texas Police Dept.[3] He later went on to become a pastor.[3]

He has been married to his wife Shari[3] since 1968, and they have three children, 12 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Mobley and his wife are members of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1959 A Dog's Best Friend Pip Wheeler Film (with Bill Williams and Marcia Henderson)[7]
1961 The Runaway Felipe Roberto Film[7]
The Silent Call Guy Brancato Film (with Gail Russell and David McLean)[7]
Boy Who Caught a Crook Kid Children's film[7]
The Comancheros Bub Schofield Film (uncredited)[7]
1962 Jack the Giant Killer Peter Adventure film[7]
1963 Inside Danny Baker Danny Baker Television film[7]
Dime with a Halo Jose Film[7]
1964 Emil and the Detectives Gustav Film[7]
1979 The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again Sentry Film[7]
1980 The Kids Who Knew Too Much Police sergeant Television film[7]
2018 The Spark Paul Television film[7]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1958 The Mickey Mouse Club Himself Episode: "Talent Roundup Day - The Mobley Trio"[7]
1958–1960 Fury Homer "Packy" Lambert 38 episodes[7][8]
1959 Buckskin Noah Wesley Episode: "Mr. Rush's Secretary" (with Jane Darwell)[7]
Bachelor Father Little Leaguer Episode: "Bentley Goes to Washington" (with Whit Bissell, Sue Ane Langdon, and Flip Mark)[7]
1959—1963 Wagon Train Multiple roles Eight episodes[7]
1960 Hawaiian Eye Stevie Hughes Episode: "With This Ring" (with Paul Richards and Ruta Lee)[7]
1960—1961 The Detectives Boy and Paul Two episodes: "A Barrel Full of Monkeys" and "Shuttle"[7]
1961 Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre Little Martin Episode: "The Scar" (with Lew Ayres, Mort Mills, Patricia Barry, and Alan Hale, Jr.)[7]
The Donna Reed Show Tony Martin, Jr. Episode: "Tony Martin Visits" (with Tony Martin)[7]
Outlaws Davey Morgan Episode: "Blind Spot" (with Gary Merrill)[7]
National Velvet Bradley Walton, III Episode: "The Riding Mistress" (with Richard Deacon and Beverly Lunsford)[7]
The Loretta Young Show Henry Sands, Jr. Episode: "Not in Our Stars" (with Loretta Young and H. M. Wynant)[7]
Gunsmoke Thad Ferrin Episode: "Miss Kitty" (with Frank Sutton, Harold J. Stone, and Dabbs Greer)[7]
Cain's Hundred Cort Cortner Episode: "The Fixer"[7]
1961—1962 87th Precinct Danny and Lane Conners, respectively Episodes: "Lady Killer" and "A Bullet for Katie"[7]
1961 and 1963 Death Valley Days Little Matt Denby and Matt, respectively Episodes: "The Madstone" (with Myron Healey) and "Deadly Decision" (with James Caan)[7]
1961 and 1965 Dr. Kildare Jamie Carroll and Alan Burnside, respectively Episodes: "Hit and Run" and "The Time Buyers"[7]
1962 Straightaway Dale Episode: "A Moment in the Sun" (with Robert Blake)[7]
The Tall Man David Harper Episode: "St. Louis Woman" (with Jan Clayton and Russ Conway)[7]
Alcoa Premiere Lonnie Dunlap "Second Chance" (with Earl Holliman, Andrew Prine, Cliff Robertson, Jacqueline Scott, Roy Barcroft, and Don "Red" Barry)[7]
Frontier Circus Andy Jukes Episode: "Mighty Like Rogue" (with J. Pat O'Malley, Jena Engstrom, and Joby Baker)[7]
The Law and Mr. Jones Tommy Pierce Episode: "The Boy Who Said 'No'" (with Russell Johnson and Eve McVeagh)[7]
The Virginian Homer Tatum Episode: "Throw a Long Rope" (with fellow guest stars John Anderson, Ted Knight, and Jacqueline Scott)[7]
The Wide Country (series spun off from Alcoa Premiere episode above) Billy-Joe Perry Episode: "Journey Down a Dusty Road" (with Wallace Ford)[7]
Cheyenne Gabe Morse and Billy Zachary Episodes "The Idol" and "Sweet Sam"[7]
Going My Way Miles Corbin Episode: "Ask Me No Questions" (with Kevin McCarthy and Joanne Linville)[7]
Empire Kieran Haskell Episode: "When the Gods Laugh" (with James Gregory)[7]
1962—1963 Our Man Higgins Jamie and Jamie MacDermott, respectively Two episodes: "Golf Partner" and "The Royal and Ancient Game" (both with Roy Roberts)[7]
1963 Route 66 Joby Paxton Episode: "Somehow It Gets to Be Tomorrow" (with Martin Balsam)[7]
I'm Dickens, He's Fenster Ralph Episode: "Number One Son"[7]
The Dakotas Christopher Deus Episode: "Feud at Snake River"[7]
1964 Insight The Urchin Episode: "The Urchin"[7]
Ben Casey Paul Hamilton, Jr. Episode: "Keep Out of Reach of Adults" (with Richard Kiley and Geraldine Brooks)[7]
Destry Toby Brady Episode: "Red Brady's Kid"[7]
1964—1980 Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color Multiple roles 17 episodes[7][8]
1965 The Farmer's Daughter Alan Page Episode: "Follow the Leader"[7]
1967—1968 Dragnet Audie Fulton and Charles L. Vail, respectively Episodes: "The Big Kids" and "The Big Departure"[7]

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Roger Lance Mobley (born January 16, 1949) is a retired American actor best known for his work as a child performer in the and , particularly for portraying Packy Lambert, the young sidekick to the rancher Jim Newton, in the family western television series Fury from 1957 to 1960. Over the course of his career, Mobley appeared in more than 100 television episodes and co-starred in nine feature films, often playing youthful, adventurous characters in family-oriented Westerns and adventure stories. A native of , he was one of eight siblings in a musically talented family and began performing at age three as part of a singing trio with his older brother and sister at carnivals and fairs before transitioning to at age six. Mobley's early breakthrough came with his recurring role on Fury, a Saturday morning show centered on a boy, his father figure, and their , which aired from to 1960 and emphasized themes of responsibility and horsemanship. He gained prominence as a regular starting in the early , starring in the title role of the aspiring Gallegher in the The Adventures of Gallegher (1965–1968, part of Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color), as well as in films such as (1964) as the resourceful Gustav and For the Love of Willadean (1964) as Harley Mason. Other notable credits include the fantasy adventure (1962), where he played the boy Peter, and the Western The Comancheros (1961) alongside as the young Toby. His tenure, spanning about five years, showcased his versatility in period pieces and light-hearted escapades, though it ended abruptly due to his military draft. In 1968, at age 19, Mobley enlisted in the U.S. Army following his high school graduation and underwent rigorous training at Fort Bragg, , to become a with the 46th Company. He served during the era, stationed primarily in with the 1st , and received an honorable discharge in 1970 after two years of active duty. Upon returning, Mobley married Sharie Lee Barclay on June 7, 1968, and the couple relocated to , where he joined the local police department, working first as a patrolman, then as an undercover narcotics officer, and later as a motorcycle officer. The couple had three children, and Mobley briefly attempted an acting comeback in the late 1970s with minor Disney roles, including bit parts in The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979) and The Kids Who Knew Too Much (1980). After leaving , Mobley pursued a calling as a Christian minister, leading congregations and traveling for evangelical work. In later years, he worked as a wind-turbine inspector, journeying across the to maintain infrastructure. As of 2015, at age 66, he resided in and maintained an unusual hobby of capturing and selling live rattlesnakes. Mobley's transition from child stardom to , public safety, ministry, and technical inspection reflects a multifaceted life dedicated to service beyond .

Early life

Birth and family background

Roger Lance Mobley was born on January 16, 1949, in . He was the youngest of eight children born to Arthur Lance Mobley (1922–2002) and Charlene V. Mobley (1924–2012). His father, known as , was a , which influenced the family's frequent relocations in search of job opportunities. He had an older brother and older sister with whom he later performed in a musical trio, part of the large family dynamic that fostered close-knit bonds during their early years. Shortly after his birth, the family moved to , due to his father's employment, initiating a nomadic lifestyle across the as they followed work prospects in various towns. This pattern of movement exposed young Mobley to diverse environments, from Midwestern roots to the arid landscapes of and beyond. The family's eventual relocation to in 1957 served as a precursor to new opportunities in the state.

Discovery and entry into acting

In 1957, when Roger Mobley was eight years old, his family relocated from , to after his father, Arthur Lance Mobley, had been out of work for an extended period, seeking greater job stability in the new state. The move positioned the family closer to Hollywood opportunities, though acting was not initially the intent. As one of eight children in a musically inclined household, Mobley had been performing since age three as part of a sibling trio alongside his older brother and sister, entertaining at local churches, carnivals, and fairs across . This early exposure honed his stage presence, transitioning from novelty acts where he contributed minimally to more active participation by the time of the relocation. Mobley's entry into professional acting occurred shortly after the move, when the family trio appeared on Ted Mack and the Original Amateur Hour, a popular talent competition show. During the performance, a talent agent spotted Mobley's potential and signed the family, immediately arranging an audition for him the following day for the role of Packy Lambert on the television series Fury. This opportunity marked his discovery in the industry, bypassing traditional casting calls and leveraging his natural charisma as a wholesome, boy-next-door type that appealed to producers seeking relatable child performers. At age eight, he secured the recurring role of Packy Lambert on Fury, propelling him from amateur performer to contracted actor. The rapid progression brought initial challenges, particularly in balancing formal schooling with the demands of auditions and filming schedules in . Mobley attended local schools while commuting for work, a routine that required strict amid the unpredictability of gigs. Despite these hurdles, his clean-cut appeal and versatility facilitated a quick shift from bit parts to recurring television roles, establishing a foundation for his early career in the late .

Acting career

Role in Fury

Roger Mobley landed his breakthrough role at age eight when he was cast as Homer "Packy" Lambert in the Western series Fury, which aired from 1955 to 1960. He joined the cast in 1958 during the show's fourth season, co-starring in the final two seasons and appearing in 38 episodes through the series' conclusion. Packy was depicted as an adventurous young companion who shared in the ranch-based escapades, emphasizing themes of horsemanship, personal responsibility, and the bonds of boyhood friendship alongside Joey and the black stallion Fury. The role marked Mobley's entry into regular television work after an audition for , establishing him as a prominent in the late and paving the way for numerous additional television appearances, contributing to his total of more than 100 television episodes. Filming took place primarily at the Iverson Movie Ranch in Chatsworth, , with some scenes shot at and , capturing the authentic Western landscapes central to the show's appeal. Behind the scenes, Mobley formed strong bonds with his co-stars, including Peter Graves, who played ranch owner Jim Newton, and Bobby Diamond, with whom he shared many on-screen adventures; these relationships endured, as evidenced by their joint appearances at nostalgia panels decades later. Fury enjoyed significant popularity during its original run and continued to attract audiences through syndicated reruns, contributing to its status as a beloved family Western.

Disney Productions work

In 1964, at the age of 15, Roger Mobley signed a multi-year contract with Productions following his supporting role as Gustav in the studio's family adventure film . This agreement marked the beginning of a significant period in his career, spanning approximately four to five years and positioning him as a central figure in 's live-action television output, akin to a Mouseketeer in the studio's adventure serials aimed at young audiences. His prior experience on the western series Fury had honed his skills as a youthful lead, serving as a stepping stone to 's more structured productions. Mobley's breakthrough came with the starring role of Gallegher, a clever turn-of-the-century newspaper copyboy solving mysteries, in the three-part serial The Adventures of Gallegher (1965), broadcast on Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color. The series proved to be one of Disney's highest-rated, leading to two additional three-part serials: The Further Adventures of Gallegher (1965) and Gallegher Goes West (1966–1967), which further showcased his charismatic performance in family-oriented adventure stories. He also featured in other anthology episodes, such as the two-part For the Love of Willadean: A Taste of Melon (1964), where he played Harley Mason, a city boy adjusting to rural life, contributing to his involvement in over a dozen television installments during this era. Throughout his Disney tenure, Mobley benefited from the studio's supportive environment for child performers, including on-lot tutoring to maintain his alongside demanding filming schedules. himself took a personal interest in his casting for the Gallegher serials, reflecting the founder's emphasis on discovering and nurturing promising young talent for wholesome, high-impact projects. This phase represented the peak of Mobley's acting career in the , with his roles emphasizing themes of ingenuity and moral growth in accessible adventures.

Other television appearances

In addition to his primary commitments to Fury and Disney productions, Roger Mobley made numerous guest appearances on other television series between 1957 and 1967, spanning Westerns, dramas, comedies, and other genres. These roles highlighted his range as a child performer, frequently casting him as the sincere, resourceful young boy navigating moral or adventurous dilemmas. Mobley guest-starred in eight episodes of the Western anthology Wagon Train (1957–1965), including "The Clementine Jones Story" (1963) as Homer Pedigrew, contributing to the show's tales of pioneer journeys across the American West. He also appeared in Gunsmoke (1955–1975), playing Thad in the episode "Miss Kitty" (1961), where his character aided Marshal Dillon in a tense frontier scenario. Similarly, in The Virginian (1962–1971), Mobley portrayed Homer Tatum in "Throw a Long Rope" (1962), depicting a boy's involvement in a cattle rustling accusation that tested ranch loyalties. Further showcasing his breadth, Mobley guest-starred in the police procedural Dragnet (1967–1970), as Audie Fulton in "The Big Kids" (1967), addressing a juvenile ring, and in Charles L. Vail in "The Big Departure" (1968), though the latter fell just beyond his primary acting years. He also featured in sitcoms like (1958–1966), appearing in "Tony Martin Visits" (1961) as a youthful visitor adding charm to the family dynamic. By age 18, these diverse outings—totaling over 118 appearances—solidified Mobley's reputation as one of the era's most prolific child s.

Military service

Enlistment and training

In 1968, at the age of 19, Roger Mobley was drafted into the , abruptly halting his acting career that had included over 100 television appearances and roles with Productions. His enlistment came amid the escalating , reflecting a personal commitment to despite his rising stardom in Hollywood. Mobley completed basic training at , , where his exceptional physical conditioning—honed through years of performing stunts in television Westerns and adventure series—enabled him to excel and advance quickly through the program. Eager to serve in an elite capacity, he volunteered to extend his standard two-year term by an additional year, allowing him to pursue advanced qualifications for units. Following basic training, Mobley entered the rigorous selection process for the Army , known as the Green Berets. He successfully completed Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia, earning his (jump wings) after mastering static-line jumps and other tactical airborne skills. He then attended the Special Forces Qualification Course, or "Q Course," at the Special Warfare Center and School at Fort Bragg, —a demanding nine-month program covering , language training, , and small-unit tactics. Upon graduation, Mobley was assigned to the 46th Special Forces Company (Airborne), 1st , preparing him for deployment.

Service in Thailand

In 1968, Roger Mobley was deployed to as a member of the Green Berets, specifically assigned to the 46th Company (Airborne), 1st . His service supported operations in the theater from bases in . Mobley's service lasted approximately two years amid the era. He received an honorable discharge in November 1970 at the age of 21, concluding a total of approximately two years of active military service.

Later career

Law enforcement and ministry

Upon returning to civilian life in November 1970 after his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army, where he had served as a Green Beret, Mobley briefly worked odd jobs before entering public service. His military background in discipline and leadership influenced his transition into law enforcement, providing a foundation for roles requiring quick decision-making and community protection. In 1971, Mobley joined the Beaumont Police Department in Texas as a police officer, where he worked in various capacities, including undercover narcotics operations and patrol duties. During this period, he contributed to local efforts in a mid-sized city, handling routine patrols and specialized investigations that aligned with his prior training. Following his time in , Mobley held various blue-collar jobs, including , , bull rider, , and prison guard, while also coaching . In the late 1990s, he transitioned to religious work, becoming an ordained Christian minister within the . He pastored several congregations in , such as Pineland from 1999 to 2022 and Geneva starting in 2004, emphasizing youth outreach and community service through sermons and programs aimed at spiritual guidance for younger members. He also served as associate at Highland Heights in Sweetwater from 2005 to 2006, while integrating family responsibilities with ongoing pastoral duties. Mobley continued ministry work into the 2020s, including guest preaching as recently as 2025. After his primary pastoral roles, Mobley worked as a climber and inspector on farms, traveling across and other states in the before retiring. As of 2016, he also operated a at in .

Personal life

Marriage and family

Roger Mobley married his high school sweetheart, Sharie Lee Barclay, on June 7, 1968, during his basic training; the couple had met in the eighth grade in . The Mobleys have three children: daughters Rebekah and Elizabeth, and son Matthew, who served as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division. As of 2025, the marriage has lasted 57 years, and the couple has 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Sharie provided essential support during the family's transitions, including relocations from California to Texas, while their shared Christian faith shaped home life and family dynamics.

Financial and relocation experiences

Upon returning from his in 1970, Roger Mobley discovered that a financial advisor hired by his parents had mismanaged his substantial earnings from years as a , leaving him with only $6,000 in savings. This economic hardship prompted Mobley and his wife Sharie to relocate from to , where he joined the local police department to build a stable career in . In the late , Mobley briefly attempted to revive his career, moving back to in 1978 for a small role in the film The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again. However, after struggling to find additional opportunities due to his long absence from the industry, he returned to in 1979, resuming police work as an undercover narcotics officer. These relocations highlighted the challenges of transitioning from Hollywood to everyday professional life, with Mobley prioritizing family support during the moves. Through persistent effort in and subsequent pursuits, he attained financial security without returning to .

Filmography

Television roles

Roger Mobley's television career began in the mid- and peaked during the late and , with a focus on Western and adventure genres. His breakthrough came with a recurring role as Packy Lambert, the young friend of the protagonist Joey Clark, in the family-oriented Western series Fury, where he appeared in 38 episodes from 1958 to 1960. The show, centered on the adventures of a boy and his , emphasized themes of and life, aligning with Mobley's early strengths in portraying spirited young characters in outdoor settings. Under his Disney contract starting in 1959, Mobley took on leading roles in several acclaimed television serials, most notably as the aspiring reporter Gallegher in The Adventures of Gallegher (1965, three episodes) and its sequels The Further Adventures of Gallegher (1965, three episodes) and Gallegher Goes West (1967, four episodes), all broadcast on Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color. These adventure serials, inspired by author William Ard's stories, showcased Mobley solving mysteries and confronting outlaws in 19th-century settings, highlighting his transition to more complex juvenile leads. He also appeared in other Disney television productions, such as as a singer in one episode of The Mickey Mouse Club (1958) and as Harley Mason in For the Love of Willadean (1964, two episodes) on Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color. Beyond recurring and leading parts, Mobley amassed over 80 guest appearances across a wide range of series, primarily from 1957 to 1967, contributing to his total of more than 118 television credits. Notable examples include roles in Westerns like Wagon Train (eight episodes, 1959–1963, various characters including Ty Anderson), Gunsmoke (1958, as Thad Linscomb), Cheyenne (1962, as Gabe Morse), and The Virginian (1964, as Little Buck). He also featured in adventure and drama shows such as Route 66 (1961, as Joby Paxton) and The Donna Reed Show (1960, as Howie). Additional guest spots encompassed legal dramas like Perry Mason (1963, minor role), though his emphasis remained on youthful supporting parts in action-oriented narratives. Later television credits include a role in the TV movie The Kids Who Knew Too Much (1980). Mobley had no major television roles after 1980, following his military service hiatus.

Film roles

Roger Mobley's feature film career spanned the late 1950s to the mid-1960s and briefly in the late 1970s, during which he appeared in supporting and minor roles in a variety of genres, including Westerns, family dramas, and adventure fantasies, often portraying young boys in ensemble casts without leading parts. His nine verified theatrical credits reflect this period's opportunities, with many roles emphasizing youthful determination or mischief, and several tied to his concurrent television work on shows like Fury. These appearances were primarily released between 1959 and 1964, showcasing his versatility in low-budget independent productions and major studio efforts, with a brief return in 1979. Mobley's earliest film role came in the 1959 family drama A Dog's Best Friend, where he played Pip Wheeler, an orphaned boy who bonds with a amid themes of loss and redemption in a rural Western setting. The following year, he transitioned to adventure films with The Boy Who Caught a Crook (1961), portraying a resourceful newsboy who uncovers a plot alongside a , highlighting his knack for plucky juvenile leads in crime-tinged stories. That same year, he had a brief uncredited appearance as Bub Schofield in the Western The Comancheros, contributing to the film's ensemble of ranch hands and outlaws in a tale of . Continuing his 1961 output, Mobley starred as Felipe Roberto in The Runaway, a coming-of-age drama about a Mexican orphan navigating life on the streets of , directed by Claudio Guzmán and emphasizing cultural and survival themes. He also played Guy Brancato in The Silent Call, a heartfelt story of family relocation and a loyal dog's journey to reunite with them, co-starring in one of her final roles. In 1962, Mobley took on the role of Peter in the fantasy adventure , supporting in a tale of medieval heroism against giants and sorcery, produced by Small. Mobley's Disney connection yielded two notable credits: in 1963's Dime with a Halo, he portrayed , one of five street urchins who steal a leading to comedic mishaps in a tale of and set in . This was followed by (1964), where he played Gustav, a clever aiding Emil in outwitting a thief in , adapting the classic children's novel with a focus on youthful detective work. In a brief post-military return, Mobley appeared as Sentry #1 in the Disney Western comedy The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979). Theatrical tie-ins from Fury, such as edited episodes released as features in international markets, further extended his visibility, with Mobley reprising Packy Lambert in horse-and-boy adventure narratives. Overall, these roles solidified Mobley's reputation as a reliable child performer in mid-century American cinema, often in morally uplifting tales.
YearTitleRoleNotes
1959A Dog's Best FriendPip WheelerSupporting role in family Western drama about and loyalty.
1961The Boy Who Caught a CrookThe Lead juvenile in crime adventure.
1961The ComancherosBub Schofield (uncredited)Minor ranch hand in Western.
1961The RunawayFelipe Roberto street kid in Mexican drama.
1961The Silent CallGuy Brancato in reunion family story.
1962Jack the Giant KillerPeterSupporting in fantasy adventure.
1963Dime with a HaloJoseStreet urchin in comedic morality tale.
1964Emil and the DetectivesGustav detective in adaptation.
1979The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides AgainSentry #1Minor role in Western comedy.

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