Neil Summers
Biography
Neil Summers was an English-American actor and stuntman born on April 28, 1944. He gained recognition for his role as the Rodent in the 1990 film Dick Tracy. Beyond his acting career, Summers was passionate about Western film memorabilia and authored books drawing from his experiences in the film industry. He passed away on September 4, 2025. His work spanned both performing and stunt coordination, contributing to various productions throughout his career, though specific details about other roles or projects are not documented in available sources.
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Full Filmography
70 titles- Love Ranch (2010) as Drunken John
- Appaloosa (2008) as Bragg's Fourth Man
- Holes (2003) Stunts
- Go (1999) Stunts
- The Jackal (1997) Stunts
- Buddy (1997) Utility Stunts
- Murder in the First (1995) as Alcatraz Guard Whitney
- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) as Pete
- Bad Girls (1994) as Ned, Jarrett Gang
- Holy Matrimony (1994) Stunts
- Troublemakers (1994) as Dodge
- Chaplin (1992) Stunts
- Lucky Luke (1992) as Deputy Virgil
- Live Wire (1992) Stunts
- The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear (1991) Stunts
- Lucky Luke (1991) as Deputy Virgil
- The Legend Of Grizzly Adams (1991) as Jake
- Dick Tracy (1990) as The Rodent
- Wild at Heart (1990) Stunts
- Peacemaker (1990) as Milk Man
- Cold Feet (1989) Stunts
- Big Man on Campus (1989) as Woman (uncredited)
- Young Guns (1988) Stunts
- Midnight Run (1988) Stunts
- Dangerous Curves (1988) Stunts
- The Tracker (1988) as Bad Guy
- Under the Gun (1988) as Stone's Man
- Jack's Back (1988) Stunts
- RoboCop (1987) as Dougy
- Harry and the Hendersons (1987) Stunts
- Wanted: Dead or Alive (1987) as Hardy
- Made in U.S.A. (1987) Stunts
- The Outing (1987) Stunt Coordinator
- Stagecoach (1986) Stunts
- A Fine Mess (1986) Stunts
- Better Off Dead... (1985) Stunts
- Lovelines (1984) Stunts
- Rascals and Robbers: The Secret Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn (1982) as Halfbreed
- The Gambler (1980) as Polo
- Smokey and the Good Time Outlaws (1978) as Cowboy at rodeo
- Mr. Billion (1977) as Deputy Hank
- Cop Killers (1977) as Policeman
- The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) Stunts
- Hawmps! (1976) Stunts
- Adiós Amigo (1975) Stunts
- Boss Nigger (1975) Stunts
- White Line Fever (1975) as Matchstick
- Pray for the Wildcats (1974) as Cantina Local (uncredited)
- My Name Is Nobody (1973) as Squirrel
- Ulzana's Raid (1972) as Trooper (uncredited)
- Joe Kidd (1972) as Posse (uncredited)
- The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972) as Snake River Rufus Krile
- The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972) Stunts
- Rio Lobo (1970) Stunts
- The Animals (1970) as Charlie Boggs
- True Grit (1969) Stunts
- Heaven with a Gun (1969) as Beck's Man (uncredited)
- Heaven with a Gun (1969) Stunts
- The Last Challenge (1967) Stunts
- The Violent Ones (1967) Stunts
- Ride in the Whirlwind (1966) as Ward
- El Dorado (1966) Stunts
- Duel at Diablo (1966) as Trooper (uncredited)
- Duel at Diablo (1966) Stunts
- The Shooting (1966) Stunts
- The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) Stunts
- The Great Sioux Massacre (1965) Stunts
- Cheyenne Autumn (1964) Stunts
- McLintock! (1963) Stunts
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Townsman
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Neil Summers best known for?
Neil Summers is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Voice (2012), Appaloosa (2008), Holes (2003), Go (1999).
When and where was Neil Summers born?
Neil Summers was born on April 28, 1944 in London, England, UK. They passed away on September 4, 2025.
How many credits does Neil Summers have?
Neil Summers has accumulated over 70 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1955 to 2010.
What is Neil Summers's background in cinema and television?
Neil Summers was an English-American actor and stuntman born on April 28, 1944. He gained recognition for his role as the Rodent in the 1990 film Dick Tracy. Beyond his acting career, Summers was passionate about Western film memorabilia and authored books drawing from his experiences in the film industry. He passed aw...
Neil Summers by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) as Pete — aged about 50
- RoboCop (1987) as Dougy — aged about 43
- My Name Is Nobody (1973) as Squirrel — aged about 29
- Murder in the First (1995) as Alcatraz Guard Whitney — aged about 51
- Ulzana's Raid (1972) as Trooper (uncredited) — aged about 28
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Townsman — aged about 11
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