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John Amplas

John Amplas

Actor·b. 1949·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

16 horror credits

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).

Actor16 films

The TRIP

The TRIP

Harold Burch

2024
Zombies and Bikers

Zombies and Bikers

Himself

2020
Catch of the Day 2: You Die at Dawn!

Catch of the Day 2: You Die at Dawn!

Marvin Eel

2020
Sugar Skull Girls

Sugar Skull Girls

Demetrius

2016
Mortal Remains

Mortal Remains

Man in Parking Garage

2013
The World’s End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead'

The World’s End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead'

Self

2013
Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time!

Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time!

Self

2010
Daddy Cool

Daddy Cool

Dr./Rev. Alter

2002
The Dark Half

The Dark Half

Thad Beaumont (double)

1993
Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead

Fisher

1985 3.9
Midnight

Midnight

Abraham

1982
Creepshow

Creepshow

Nathan's Corpse (segment "Father's Day")

1982 3.8
Document of the Dead

Document of the Dead

Himself

1981
Bloodeaters

Bloodeaters

Landwirt

1980
Dawn of the Dead

Dawn of the Dead

2nd Guy on Roof (uncredited)

1978 3.9
Martin

Martin

Martin Mathias

1978 4.0

Other Crew1 film

Dawn of the Dead

Dawn of the Dead

Casting / Assistant Makeup Artist

1978 3.9