
John Amplas
Acting
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Acting Credits
Biography
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
Filmography

The TRIP
2024
as Harold Burch

Taste the Blood of Martin
2023
as Himself

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

Zombies and Bikers
2020
as Himself

Raising the Dead: The Production Logistics
2020

After Hours Trading
2017
as Pawnbroker

Sugar Skull Girls
2016
as Demetrius

Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini
2015
as Self
The Sparrows Are Flying Again! - The Making of the Dark Half
2014
as Himself

Mortal Remains
2013
as Man in Parking Garage

The World’s End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead'
2013
as Self
The Walking Dead Girls
2011
as Self
Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time!
2010
as Self

Daddy Cool
2002
as Dr./Rev. Alter

The Bread, My Sweet
2001
as Jimmy

No Pets
1994
as Eddie Buford

The Dark Half
1993
as Thad Beaumont (double)

The Incredibly Strange Film Show
1988
as Self

Day of the Dead
1985
as Fisher

Creepshow
1982
as Nathan's Corpse (segment "Father's Day")

Midnight
1982
as Abraham

Knightriders
1981
as Whiteface

Document of the Dead
1981
as Himself

Bloodeaters
1980
as Landwirt

Martin
1978
as Martin Mathias

Dawn of the Dead
1978
as 2nd Guy on Roof (uncredited)