Michael Parks
Biography
Michael Parks, originally named Harry Samuel Parks, was born on April 24, 1940, and passed away on May 9, 2017. He was an accomplished American singer and actor, recognized for his versatile performances across both film and television. Parks gained significant attention for his lead role in the television series Then Came Bronson, which aired from 1969 to 1970. However, it was in his later career that he garnered widespread acclaim through collaborations with renowned directors such as Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, and Kevin Smith.
Parks's ability to embody a variety of characters made him a sought-after figure in the entertainment industry, and his work left a lasting impact on audiences and filmmakers alike. His contributions to cinema and television are remembered as a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.
Filmography
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Out of Control (1992)
1992 • Pearlmutter
Savannah Smiles
1982 • Lt. Savage
Bus Riley's Back in Town
1965 • Bus Riley
Spiker
1985 • Coach Doames
Big Bad Love
2001 • Mr. Aaron
Nightmare Beach
1989 • Doc Willet
Storyville
1992 • Michael Trevallian
Deceiver
1997 • Dr. Banyard
The Last Hard Men
1976 • Noel Nye
Hart to Hart: Secrets of the Hart
1995 • Evan Powell
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
2025
Stranger on the Run
1967 • Vince McKay
Death Wish V: The Face of Death
1994 • Tommy O'Shea
North Sea Hijack
1980 • Harold Shulman
Tusk
2014 • Howard Howe
The Hitman
1991 • Ronny 'Del' Delaney
Greater
2016 • Leo
The Queen of Hollywood Blvd
2018 • Chet Fuller
From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter
2000 • Ambrose Bierce
The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover
1977 • Robert F. Kennedy
Smokin' Aces 2: Assassins' Ball
2010 • Fritz Tremor
The Savage Bees
1976 • Dr. Jeff DuRand