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John Amplas

John Amplas

John Amplas (born June 23, 1949) is an American actor best known for his work with director George A. Romero, particularly his appearances in the lead role of Martin (1977), as well as Dawn of the Dead (1978) and Creepshow (1982).

Known for

The TRIP
The TRIP
2024 • Harold Burch
Taste the Blood of Martin
Taste the Blood of Martin
2023 • Himself
Zombies and Bikers
Zombies and Bikers
2020 • Himself
Raising the Dead: The Production Logistics
Raising the Dead: The Production Logistics
2020
Catch of the Day 2: You Die at Dawn!
Catch of the Day 2: You Die at Dawn!
2020 • Marvin Eel
After Hours Trading
After Hours Trading
2017 • Pawnbroker
Sugar Skull Girls
Sugar Skull Girls
2016 • Demetrius
Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini
Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini
2015 • Self

Full filmography

The TRIP
The TRIP
2024 • Harold Burch
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Sugar Skull Girls
Sugar Skull Girls
2016 • Demetrius
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Mortal Remains
Mortal Remains
2013 • Man in Parking Garage
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Daddy Cool
Daddy Cool
2002 • Dr./Rev. Alter
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No Pets
No Pets
1994 • Eddie Buford
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The Dark Half
The Dark Half
1993 • Thad Beaumont (double)
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Midnight
Midnight
1982 • Abraham
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Creepshow
Creepshow
1982 • Nathan's Corpse (segment "Father's Day")
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Knightriders
Knightriders
1981 • Whiteface
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Bloodeaters
Bloodeaters
1980 • Landwirt
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Dawn of the Dead
Dawn of the Dead
1978 • 2nd Guy on Roof (uncredited)
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Martin
Martin
1978 • Martin Mathias
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John Amplas – Biography, Known For & Filmography