10.0
10.0
Max Is Missing
1995
as Becker
Charles Napier
Acting
Born:April 12, 1936
Died:October 5, 2011(aged 75)
Birthplace:Scottsville, Kentucky, USA
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Charles Lewis Napier (April 12, 1936 – October 5, 2011) was a prolific American actor known for his many supporting and occasional leading roles in television and film. Born near Scottsville, Kentucky, Napier served in the U.S. Army before pursuing higher education, earning a degree in art from Western Kentucky University. He initially worked as a sports coach and art teacher before dedicating himself to acting. Napier gained early attention after starring in several low-budget films by director Russ Meyer, including his debut in Cherry, Harry & Raquel! (1969). He became well-known for his portrayal of tough, authoritative characters such as police officers, soldiers, and villains often with a rugged or corrupt edge. Among his memorable roles are the short-tempered country singer Tucker McElroy in The Blues Brothers (1980), CIA officer Marshall Murdock in Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985), and multiple collaborations with director Jonathan Demme in films like The Silence of the Lambs (1991) and Philadelphia (1993). He also had notable appearances in television, including roles in The A-Team, The Oregon Trail, Star Trek: The Original Series, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Napier was appreciated for his strong voice, steely gaze, and distinct broad chin, which made him a standout character actor. Napier passed away in 2011 in Bakersfield, California, due to thrombosis at the age of 75. He also published a book about his life titled Square Jaw and Big Heart
Filmography (104 movies)
8.3
8.3
The Silence of the Lambs
1991
as Lt. Boyle
7.7
7.7
Philadelphia
1993
as Judge Garnett
7.7
7.7
Second Chances
1998
as Craig Hardy
7.7
7.7
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
2002
as Roy (voice)
7.0
7.0
Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide: Field Trips, Permission Slips, Signs, and Weasels
2007
as Seargent Guard
7.0
7.0
Love and Kisses
1971
6.8
6.8
Annapolis
2006
6.8
6.8
The Flying Misfits
1976
as Maj. Red Buell
6.7
6.7
China Lake
1983
as Donnelly
6.7
6.7
Rambo: First Blood Part II
1985
as Marshall Murdock
6.6
6.6
Something Wild
1986
as Irate Chef
6.6
6.6
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
1997
as Commander Gilmour
6.2
6.2
The Incredible Hulk Returns
1988
as Mike Fouche
6.1
6.1
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls
1970
as Baxter
6.0
6.0
Miami Blues
1990
as Sergeant Bill Henderson
6.0
6.0
Hit List
1989
as Tom Mitchum
6.0
6.0
Silent Fury
1994
6.0
6.0
Gridlock
1980
as Sonny
6.0
6.0
Billy Lone Bear
1996
5.9
5.9
Maniac Cop 2
1990
as Lew Brady
5.7
5.7
Supervixens
1975
as Harry Sledge
5.7
5.7
The Big Tease
1999
as Sen. Warren Crockett
5.7
5.7
Hard Justice
1995
as Warden Pike
5.6
5.6
Original Gangstas
1996
as Mayor
5.5
5.5
Swing Shift
1984
as Moon Willis
5.5
5.5
The Seven Minutes
1971
as Officer Iverson
5.5
5.5
Cherry, Harry & Raquel!
1969
as Harry
5.4
5.4
Jailbreakers
1994
as Charlie, the Horse Connection
5.4
5.4
The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard
2009
as Dick Lewiston
5.4
5.4
Last Embrace
1979
as Dave Quittle
5.3
5.3
Fielder's Choice
2005
as Taco Bob
5.3
5.3
The Kid & I
2005
as Eyepatch-wearing Two Spies boss
5.3
5.3
Riot
1996
as Agent Devaney
5.3
5.3
Eyes of the Beholder
1992
as Det. Wilson
5.1
5.1
Raw Justice
1994
as Mayor David Stiles
5.0
5.0
Body Count
1986
as Charlie, the Sheriff
5.0
5.0
3 Ninjas Knuckle Up
1995
as Jack
5.0
5.0
Ernest Goes to Jail
1990
as Warden
5.0
5.0
Treacherous Crossing
1992
5.0
5.0
Wacko
1982
as Chief O'Hara
5.0
5.0
The Last Match
1990
as American Consul
4.9
4.9
Citizens Band
1977
as Chrome Angel
4.8
4.8
Pirates of the Plain
1999
as Grandpa
4.8
4.8
Hollywood Rated 'R'
1997
as Self
4.8
4.8
The Hunter's Moon
1999
as J.T. Conover
4.7
4.7
Thunder and Lightning
1977
as Jim Bob
4.6
4.6
Cop Target
1990
as John Granger
4.6
4.6
Deep Space
1988
as Det. Ian McLemore
4.5
4.5
Shadowheart
2009
as Sheriff Sanders
4.5
4.5
Skeeter
1993
as Ernie Buckle
4.3
4.3
Jury Duty
1995
as Jed
4.3
4.3
One-Eyed Monster
2008
as Mohtz
4.3
4.3
Steel
1997
as Col. David
4.3
4.3
One Man Force
1989
as Dante
4.2
4.2
Armstrong
1998
as Robert Zorkin
4.2
4.2
The Cartier Affair
1984
as Morgan Carroll
4.2
4.2
Lima: Breaking the Silence
1999
as Padre
4.2
4.2
Felony
1994
as Detective Duke
4.1
4.1
Dragonfight
1990
as Moochow
4.0
4.0
After the Condor
1991
4.0
4.0
Suits on the Loose
2005
as General Wilkins
4.0
4.0
Expert Witness
1996
4.0
4.0
Big Bob Johnson and His Fantastic Speed Circus
1978
as Big Bob Johnson
3.9
3.9
Dinocroc
2004
as Sheriff Harper
3.8
3.8
Alien from the Deep
1989
as Colonel Kovacks
3.8
3.8
The Thief & the Stripper
2002
as Face
3.7
3.7
Kidnapped
1988
as Lt. O'Bryan
3.6
3.6
The Night Stalker
1986
as Sgt. J.J. Striker
3.6
3.6
Instant Justice
1986
as Maj. Davis
3.5
3.5
Life Blood
2009
as Sherrif Tillman
3.5
3.5
Black Crescent Moon
2008
as Father Woods
3.4
3.4
Macon County Jail
1997
as Sheriff Dempsey
3.4
3.4
Alien Species
1998
as Sheriff Nate Culver
3.3
3.3
Silk Degrees
1994
as Schultz
3.3
3.3
Future Zone
1990
as Mickland
3.3
3.3
Your Name Here
2008
as Chuck
3.3
3.3
Frogtown II
1992
as Capt. Delano
3.3
3.3
Lonely Hearts
1991
as Robby Ross
3.3
3.3
Indio 2 - The Revolt
1991
as IMC President
3.2
3.2
Ripper Man
1995
as Harry
3.1
3.1
Body Shot
1994
as Leon
3.0
3.0
Cypress Edge
1999
as Detective O'Reilly
3.0
3.0
To Die, to Sleep
1994
as Father
3.0
3.0
Center of the Web
1992
as Agent Williams
3.0
3.0
Soldier's Fortune
1991
as Col. Blair
2.8
2.8
Ballistic
1995
as Underwood
2.7
2.7
Mean Tricks
1992
as Brian Hornsby
2.6
2.6
Fatal Pursuit
1995
as Herbert
2.5
2.5
Never Look Back
2000
as Sheriff Dawkins
2.3
2.3
Killer Instinct
1992
as John Doogan
2.3
2.3
Moonfire
1973
as Robert W. Morgan
2.0
2.0
Twisted Fate
1995
as Nolan Gobal
2.0
2.0
The House Near the Prado
1969
1.5
1.5
Down 'n Dirty
2001
as Capt. Jerry Teller
1.0
1.0
Savage Land
1994
as Cole
The Hanging of Jake Ellis
1969
as Jake Ellis
Bush Shrink
1988
as Kingsley
Limp Fangs: The Adventures of Count Malt Liquela
1996
as Adam
Ransom for Alice!
1977
as Pete Phelan
The Outlaws
1984
as Captain Striker
Centurion Force
1998
as Dunlap
No Small Ways
1997
Under Surveillance
1991
as Troy
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