Dick Warlock
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 5, 1940 in Oakley, Ohio, USA
- Active Years
- 1954–2021 (68 Years)
- Total Credits
- 135 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Dick Warlock (Acting).
Goal: Factual identity profile.
Constraints: 90-130 words, plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes.
Source material: Provided TMDB, Wikipedia, IMDb, Wikiwand, and Biographies.net snippets.
Rule: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the sources. No guessing.
Name: Dick Warlock (also known as Richard Warlock, Dick Leming, Richard E. Warlock).
Birth: February 5, 1940, in Oakley, Ohio, USA.
Profession: American actor and stuntman.
Known for/Credits:
Halloween II (played Michael Myers).
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (played the android assassin).
Escape from New York (1981).
The Abyss (1989).
Casino (1995).
Firestarter (1984).
Innerspace (1987).
Stunt work: Kurt Russell's personal stunt double for over 25 years; collaborated with Steven Spielberg and John Carpenter.
Family/Personal: Married to Cathy M Coleman since February 25, 1990; previously married to Sally L Swann and Elizabeth A Philli; has two sons, Billy Warlock and Lance Warlock, and one daughter, Rhonda; resides in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Draft 1: Dick Warlock, also known as Richard Warlock, Dick Leming, or Richard E. Warlock, is an American actor and stuntman born on February 5, 1940, in Oakley, Ohio, USA. He is known for his work on Escape from New York (1981), The Abyss (1989), and Casino (1995). Warlock played Michael Myers in Halloween II and the android assassin in Halloween III: Season of the Witch. He served as Kurt Russell's personal stunt double for over 25 years and collaborated with directors Steven
Career overview
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a 180-260 word career overview of Dick Warlock (Acting).
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Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided sources.
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Plain text, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Length: 180-260 words.
Structure: 2-3 short paragraphs.
Name: Dick Warlock (also known as Richard Warlock, Dick Leming, Richard E. Warlock).
Born: February 5, 1940, in Oakley, Ohio, USA.
Profession: American actor and stuntman.
Known roles/credits:
Michael Myers in Halloween II.
Android assassin in Halloween III: Season of the Witch.
Kurt Russell's personal stunt double for over 25 years.
Collaborated with directors Steven Spielberg and John Carpenter.
Firestarter (1984).
Innerspace (1987).
Escape from New York (1981).
The Abyss (1989).
Casino (1995) - Wait, the prompt's TMDB BIO says Casino (1995), but the source [1] doesn't list it explicitly in the snippet, though the prompt text includes it. I must check if it's in the provided sources. The prompt says "TMDB BIO: ... Casino (1995)". I will include it as it is part of the provided text.
Personal: Married to Cathy M Coleman since February 25, 1990. Previously married to Sally L Swann and Elizabeth A Philli. Has two sons, Billy Warlock and Lance Warlock, and one daughter, Rhonda. Resides in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Paragraph 1: Identity and Early Career/Key Roles.
Dick Warlock, also known as Richard Warlock, Dick Leming, or Richard E. Warlock, is an American actor and stuntman born on February 5, 1940, in Oakley, Ohio. He is recognized for several notable roles in film, including playing the character Michael Myers in Halloween II and the android assassin in Halloween III: Season of the Witch. His work includes credits such as Escape from New York in 1981, Firestarter in 1984, Innerspace in 1987, The Abyss in 1989, and Casino in 1995.
Paragraph 2: Stunt Work and Collaborations.
Throughout his career, Warlock has been a prominent stunt performer. He served as the personal stunt double for Kurt Russell for more than 25 years. During his professional tenure, he collaborated with directors such as John Carpenter and Steven Spielberg. His filmography includes a variety of stunt and acting credits across several decades of production.
Paragraph 3: Personal Details (to reach word count if needed, though the prompt asks for a career overview).
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Dick Warlock, also known as Richard Warlock, Dick Leming, or Richard E. Warlock, is an American actor and stuntman born on February 5, 1940, in Oakley, Ohio. He is widely recognized for his film work, including his portrayal of Michael Myers in Halloween II and his role as the android assassin in Halloween III: Season of the Witch. His professional credits include appearances in Escape from New York in 1981, Firestarter in 1984, Innerspace in 1987, The Abyss in 1989, and Casino in
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135 titles- The History of Metal and Horror (2021) as Self
- From Rollerball to Rome - Reflection on a Sci-Fi Classic (2020) as Self
- The Litch (2017) as Double Dick Warlock
- Camp Massacre (2014) as Donald Josten
- Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th (2013) as Self
- The Nightmare Isn't Over! The Making of Halloween II (2012) as Self
- Stand Alone: The Making of Halloween III: Season of the Witch (2012) as Self
- The Shark Is Still Working (2009) as Self
- Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006) as Self
- Halloween: Resurrected (2002)
- 28 Days (2000) Stunts
- The Relic (1997) as Policeman (uncredited)
- The Relic (1997) Stunts
- The Big Fall (1997) Stunts
- Raven Hawk (1996) as Dale Rice
- Raven Hawk (1996) Stunts
- Casino (1995) as Security Guard (uncredited)
- Casino (1995) Stunts
- The Making of 'Jaws' (1995) as Self
- Tough and Deadly (1995) Stunts
- Another Midnight Run (1994) Stunts
- Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993) Stunts
- Rising Sun (1993) Stunts
- Love, Cheat & Steal (1993) Stunts
- Reckless Kelly (1993) Stunts
- Renegade (1992) as Farmer
- Unlawful Entry (1992) Stunt Double
- Live Wire (1992) Stunts
- Guncrazy (1992) as Sheriff
- Guncrazy (1992) Stunts
- In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion (1992) Stunts
- Child's Play 3 (1991) Stunt Coordinator
- The Rocketeer (1991) as FBI Agent
- Driving Me Crazy (1991) Stunts
- The Perfect Weapon (1991) Stunts
- Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time (1991) as Scientist #1
- Guilty As Charged (1991) Stunts
- Child's Play 2 (1990) Stunt Coordinator
- Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990) Stunt Double
- The Abyss (1989) as Dwight Perry
- The Abyss (1989) Stunt Coordinator
- Tango & Cash (1989) Stunt Double
- Spontaneous Combustion (1989) as Mr. Fitzpatrick
- Spontaneous Combustion (1989) Stunts
- Winter People (1989) Stunt Double
- Fletch Lives (1989) Stunts
- The Chilling (1989) Stunt Double
- Pumpkinhead (1988) as Clayton Heller
- Pumpkinhead (1988) Stunt Coordinator
- Midnight Run (1988) Stunts
- The Dead Pool (1988) Stunts
- Tequila Sunrise (1988) Stunt Double
- Angel III: The Final Chapter (1988) Stunts
- Alien Nation (1988) Stunts
- Uninvited (1988) Stunts
- Remote Control (1988) as Mr. James
- Spaceballs (1987) Stunt Coordinator
- The Running Man (1987) Stunts
- Innerspace (1987) Stunts
- Big Trouble in Little China (1986) Stunt Double
- Assassin (1986) as Office Manager (uncredited)
- Assassin (1986) Stunts
- Quicksilver (1986) as Cab Driver
- The Best of Times (1986) Stunt Double
- Omega Syndrome (1986) as Marshall #1
- Omega Syndrome (1986) Stunts
- Commando (1985) as Officer in Mall (uncredited)
- Commando (1985) Stunts
- Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985) Stunt Coordinator
- Better Off Dead... (1985) Stunts
- Fletch (1985) Stunts
- The Mean Season (1985) Stunt Coordinator
- Body Double (1984) Stunts
- Angel (1984) Stunt Coordinator
- Firestarter (1984) as Knowles
- Firestarter (1984) Stunts
- Christine (1983) Stunts
- The Dead Zone (1983) Stunt Coordinator
- Silkwood (1983) Stunt Double
- The Thing (1982) Stunt Coordinator
- The Beastmaster (1982) Stunts
- Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) as Assassin
- Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) Stunts
- Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) Stunt Coordinator
- Escape from New York (1981) Stunts
- Escape from New York (1981) Stunt Coordinator
- Halloween II (1981) as The Shape / Patrolman #3
- Halloween II (1981) Stunt Coordinator
- Lovely But Deadly (1981) Stunts
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Jimmy Kiedash
- The Stunt Man (1980) Stunts
- The Nude Bomb (1980) as KAOS on Plane
- When a Stranger Calls (1979) as Bartender (uncredited)
- H.O.T.S. (1979) Stunts
- The Fantastic Seven (1979) Stunts
- The Cat from Outer Space (1978) Stunt Coordinator
- Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo (1977) as Driver
- Christmas Miracle in Caufield, U.S.A. (1977) Stunt Double
- Freaky Friday (1976) Stunts
- No Deposit, No Return (1976) Stunts
- Embryo (1976) Stunts
- Jaws (1975) Stunt Double
- Escape to Witch Mountain (1975) Stunts
- Rollerball (1975) Stunts
- The Ultimate Warrior (1975) Stunts
- The Deadly Tower (1975) Stunt Double
- Blazing Saddles (1974) as Townsman (uncredited)
- Earthquake (1974) as Diver at Hollywood Reservoir (uncredited)
- Earthquake (1974) Stunts
- Herbie Rides Again (1974) Stunt Double
- Mr. Majestyk (1974) Stunts
- Dirty Mary Crazy Larry (1974) as Trooper
- Dirty Mary Crazy Larry (1974) Stunts
- Planet Earth (1974) Stunts
- Superdad (1973) Stunt Double
- The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) Stunt Double
- The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) Stunts
- They Only Kill Their Masters (1972) Stunts
- Justin Morgan Had a Horse (1972) Stunts
- The Barefoot Executive (1971) Stunt Double
- Catch-22 (1970) Stunts
- The Lawyer (1970) Stunts
- The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969) Stunt Double
- The Illustrated Man (1969) Stunts
- Guns in the Heather (1969) Stunt Double
- Rascal (1969) Stunts
- The Love Bug (1968) Stunts
- Ice Station Zebra (1968) Stunts
- The Green Berets (1968) Stunts
- Blackbeard's Ghost (1968) Stunts
- Chubasco (1968) Stunts
- Easy Come, Easy Go (1967) Stunts
- Follow Me, Boys! (1966) Stunt Double
- Lost in Space (1965) Stunt Double
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) Stunts
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dick Warlock best known for?
Dick Warlock is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 28 Days (2000), The Relic (1997), The Relic (1997), The Big Fall (1997).
When and where was Dick Warlock born?
Dick Warlock was born on February 5, 1940 in Oakley, Ohio, USA.
How many credits does Dick Warlock have?
Dick Warlock has accumulated over 135 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1954 to 2021.
What is Dick Warlock's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Dick Warlock (Acting). Goal: Factual identity profile. Constraints: 90-130 words, plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. Source material: Provided TMDB, Wikipedia, IMDb, Wikiwand, and Biographies.net snippets. Rule: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the sources. N...
Dick Warlock by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Casino (1995) as Security Guard (uncredited) — aged about 55
- The Abyss (1989) as Dwight Perry — aged about 49
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Jimmy Kiedash — aged about 40
- Blazing Saddles (1974) as Townsman (uncredited) — aged about 34
- Renegade (1992) as Farmer — aged about 52
- Commando (1985) as Officer in Mall (uncredited) — aged about 45
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