Gary Klar
Biography
Gary Klar works in acting. Born March 24, 1947 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA. Died December 31, 2020. Archytele tracks 26 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
26 titles- The World's End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead' (2013) as Self
- Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time! (2010) as Self
- Into the Pit: The Shocking Story of Deadpit.com (2009) as Self
- Behind the Scenes with Day of the Dead (2001)
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Lieutenant Joey Poole
- Hackers (1995) as Mr. Simpson
- Devlin (1992) as Bob Lederer
- Law & Order (1990) as Rocky Mountain
- Quick Change (1990) as Mario
- Miami Blues (1990) as Head Bookie
- Cadillac Man (1990) as Detective Walters
- Chattahoochee (1990) as Clarence
- Pink Cadillac (1989) as Randy Bates
- Big (1988) as Ticket Taker
- Married to the Mob (1988) as Al 'The Worm'
- 3 Men and a Baby (1987) as Detective
- Action Family (1987) as Zack
- Legal Eagles (1986) as Hit Man
- The Equalizer (1985) as Purcell
- Day of the Dead (1985) as Steel
- Streetwalkin' (1985) as Bouncer
- Brass (1985) as Leland Brice
- Trading Places (1983) as Longshoreman
- A Stranger Is Watching (1982) as Penitentiary Guard
- Gloria (1980) as Irish Cop
- Hero at Large (1980) as Cameraman
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gary Klar best known for?
Gary Klar is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including David (1997), Hackers (1995), The Rise of Twin Souls (2025), Basquiat (1996).
When and where was Gary Klar born?
Gary Klar was born on March 24, 1947 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA. They passed away on December 31, 2020.
How many credits does Gary Klar have?
Gary Klar has accumulated over 26 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1980 to 2013.
What is Gary Klar's background in cinema and television?
Gary Howard Klar (March 24, 1947 – December 31, 2020) was an American actor known for his role as Pvt. Steel in George A. Romero's cult classic zombie film Day of the Dead. He also appeared in Married to the Mob (1988), Big (1988), and Hackers (1995).
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Lieutenant Joey Poole — aged about 52
- Law & Order (1990) as Rocky Mountain — aged about 43
- Big (1988) as Ticket Taker — aged about 41
- Trading Places (1983) as Longshoreman — aged about 36
- The Equalizer (1985) as Purcell — aged about 38
- Day of the Dead (1985) as Steel — aged about 38
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