Tom Atkins
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1935-11-13
Place of birth: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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.
Known for
Lethal Weapon
1987Michael Hunsaker
Escape from New York
1981Rehme
The Fog
1980Nick Castle
Halloween III: Season of the Witch
1982Dr. Daniel 'Dan' Challis
Striking Distance
1993Uncle Fred
In Search of Darkness: Part III
2022Self
My Bloody Valentine
2009Burke
Maniac Cop
1988Frank McCrae
Bruiser
2000Det. McCleary
Two Evil Eyes
1990Det. Grogan
Night of the Creeps
1986Det. Ray Cameron
Creepshow
1982Stan (segments "Prologue" / "Epilogue") (uncredited)
Drive Angry
2011Cap
The Ninth Configuration
1980Sgt. Krebs
The Chief
2010Art Rooney
Murder Me, Murder You
1983Jack Vance
Tarantulas: The Deadly Cargo
1981Buddy
Skag
1980Dr. Moscone
Miles To Go Before I Sleep
1975O'Dell