Tom Atkins
Biography
Tom Atkins (born November 13, 1935) is an American television and film actor. He is primarily known for his work in the horror film genre, having worked with writers and directors such as John Carpenter, Stephen King, and George A. Romero. He is also a familiar face to mainstream viewers, often playing police officers.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
Lethal Weapon
as Michael Hunsaker
1987
Escape from New York
as Rehme
1981
The Fog
as Nick Castle
1980
Halloween III: Season of the Witch
as Dr. Daniel 'Dan' Challis
1982
Striking Distance
as Uncle Fred
1993
In Search of Darkness: Part III
as Self
2022
My Bloody Valentine
as Burke
2009
Maniac Cop
as Frank McCrae
1988
Bruiser
as Det. McCleary
2000
Two Evil Eyes
as Det. Grogan
1990
Night of the Creeps
as Det. Ray Cameron
1986
Creepshow
as Stan (segments "Prologue" / "Epilogue") (uncredited)
1982
Drive Angry
as Cap
2011
The Ninth Configuration
as Sgt. Krebs
1980
The Chief
as Art Rooney
2010
Murder Me, Murder You
as Jack Vance
1983
Tarantulas: The Deadly Cargo
as Buddy
1977
Skag
as Dr. Moscone
1980
Sworn to Vengeance
as Ed Barry
1993
Judy's Dead
as Roy
2014
TV Appearances
Lou Grant
as Jim Bronsky
1977
M*A*S*H
as Major Weems
1972
The Rookies
as Brad Gifford
1972
Spenser: For Hire
as Hatch
1985
Rhoda
as Vic Rhodes
1974
Hawaii Five-O
as Koko Apaleka
1968
Quincy, M.E.
as John Todd
1976
Walker, Texas Ranger
as Wade
1993
The Equalizer
as Demonstrator
1985
Xena: Warrior Princess
as Atrius
1995
Homicide: Life on the Street
as Grenville Rollins
1993
Harry O
as Sgt. Frank Cole
1974