Duane Jones
Biography
Duane Jones works in acting. Born February 2, 1936 in New York City, New York, USA. Archytele tracks 16 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- Route 66 (1960)
- Night of the Living Dead (1968) as Ben
- Beat Street (1984) as Robert
- Legacy of Screams: The Evolution of Horror Movies (2025) as Self - (archive footage)
- To Die For (1988) as Simon Little
- Ganja & Hess (1973) as Dr. Hess Green
- The American Nightmare (2000) as Self
- Creepy Classics (1987) as Ben - (archive footage)
- Losing Ground (1982) as Duke
- Halloween Monster Bash (1991) as Ben (archive footage)
- Autopsy of the Dead (2009) as Self (archival footage)
- Fright House (1989) as Charles Harmon
- Vampires (1986) as Dr. Charles Harmon
- It’s a Wonderful Night of the Living Dead (2026) as Ben
- Synthwave Horror: Night Of The Living Dead (2018) as Ben
- Night of Horror in Brazil (2023) as Ben (Archive footage)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Duane Jones best known for?
Duane Jones is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Route 66 (1960), Night of the Living Dead (1968), Beat Street (1984), To Die For (1988).
When and where was Duane Jones born?
Duane Jones was born on February 2, 1936 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Duane Jones have?
Duane Jones has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1960 to 2026.
What is Duane Jones's background in cinema and television?
Duane L. Jones (February 2, 1936 – July 22, 1988) was an American actor, best known for his role as Ben in the 1968 horror film Night of the Living Dead. He was director of the Maguire Theater at the State University of New York at Old Westbury. He was the artistic director of the Richard Allen Center for Culture and A...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Night of the Living Dead (1968) as Ben — aged about 32
- Beat Street (1984) as Robert — aged about 48
- Route 66 (1960) — aged about 24
- To Die For (1988) as Simon Little — aged about 52
- Fright House (1989) as Charles Harmon — aged about 53
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