Rambo: First Blood Part II1985
As Marshall Murdock
TMDb 6.7 / 10
Charles Napier
Born
Charles Lewis Napier (April 12, 1936 – October 5, 2011) was a prolific American actor known for his many supporting and occasional leading roles in television and film. Born near Scottsville, Kentucky, Napier served in the U.S. Army before pursuing higher education, earning a degree in art from Western Kentucky University. He initially worked as a sports coach and art teacher before dedicating himself to acting. Napier gained early attention after starring in several low-budget films by director Russ Meyer, including his debut in Cherry, Harry & Raquel! (1969). He became well-known for his portrayal of tough, authoritative characters such as police officers, soldiers, and villains often with a rugged or corrupt edge. Among his memorable roles are the short-tempered country singer Tucker McElroy in The Blues Brothers (1980), CIA officer Marshall Murdock in Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985), and multiple collaborations with director Jonathan Demme in films like The Silence of the Lambs (1991) and Philadelphia (1993). He also had notable appearances in television, including roles in The A-Team, The Oregon Trail, Star Trek: The Original Series, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Napier was appreciated for his strong voice, steely gaze, and distinct broad chin, which made him a standout character actor. Napier passed away in 2011 in Bakersfield, California, due to thrombosis at the age of 75. He also published a book about his life titled Square Jaw and Big Heart
Filmography (120)
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron2002
As Roy (voice)
TMDb 7.7 / 10
The Blues Brothers1980
As Tucker McElroy
TMDb 7.7 / 10
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me1999
As Gen. Hawk
TMDb 6.3 / 10
The Cable Guy1996
As Arresting Officer
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery1997
As Commander Gilmour
TMDb 6.6 / 10
Philadelphia1993
As Judge Garnett
TMDb 7.7 / 10
The Silence of the Lambs1991
As Lt. Boyle
TMDb 8.3 / 10
Lords of Dogtown2005
As Nudie
TMDb 7.1 / 10
Supervixens1975
As Harry Sledge
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Nutty Professor II: The Klumps2000
As Four Star General
TMDb 5.0 / 10
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 11993
As Interrogator
TMDb 6.1 / 10
The Manchurian Candidate2004
As General Sloan
TMDb 6.5 / 10
3 Ninjas Knuckle Up1995
As Jack
TMDb 5.2 / 10
The Incredible Hulk Returns1988
As Mike Fouche
TMDb 6.3 / 10
Body Bags1993
As Manager
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Something Wild1986
As Irate Chef
TMDb 6.6 / 10
The Grifters1990
As Gloucester Hebbing
TMDb 6.5 / 10
Maniac Cop 21990
As Lew Brady
TMDb 5.9 / 10
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls1970
As Baxter
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Married to the Mob1988
As Angela's Hairdresser
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Beloved1998
As Angry Carny (uncredited)
TMDb 5.8 / 10
Steel1997
As Col. David
TMDb 4.2 / 10
Ernest Goes to Jail1990
As Warden
TMDb 5.0 / 10
The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard2009
As Dick Lewiston
TMDb 5.4 / 10
Annapolis2006
TMDb 6.9 / 10
Last Embrace1979
As Dave Quittle
TMDb 5.4 / 10
Alien Species1998
As Sheriff Nate Culver
TMDb 4.1 / 10
Jailbreakers1994
As Charlie, the Horse Connection
TMDb 5.6 / 10
China Lake1983
As Donnelly
TMDb 6.9 / 10
Dinocroc2004
As Sheriff Harper
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Jury Duty1995
As Jed
TMDb 4.4 / 10
Centurion Force1998
As Dunlap
TMDb 7.0 / 10
Swing Shift1984
As Moon Willis
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Miami Blues1990
As Sergeant Bill Henderson
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Melvin and Howard1980
As Ventura
TMDb 6.5 / 10
Raw Justice1994
As Mayor David Stiles
TMDb 5.3 / 10
The Flying Misfits1976
As Maj. Red Buell
TMDb 7.3 / 10
Suits on the Loose2005
As General Wilkins
TMDb 5.2 / 10
One-Eyed Monster2008
As Mohtz
TMDb 4.3 / 10
The Big Tease1999
As Sen. Warren Crockett
TMDb 5.9 / 10
Moonfire1973
As Robert W. Morgan
TMDb 3.8 / 10
Body Shot1994
As Leon
TMDb 3.3 / 10
Future Zone1990
As Mickland
TMDb 3.6 / 10
The Kid & I2005
As Eyepatch-wearing Two Spies boss
TMDb 5.2 / 10
Deep Space1988
As Det. Ian McLemore
TMDb 4.5 / 10
Ripper Man1995
As Harry
TMDb 3.8 / 10
Alien from the Deep1989
As Colonel Kovacks
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Second Chances1998
As Craig Hardy
TMDb 7.7 / 10
The Cartier Affair1984
As Morgan Carroll
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Thunder and Lightning1977
As Jim Bob
TMDb 5.1 / 10
Fatal Pursuit1995
As Herbert
TMDb 3.6 / 10
Macon County Jail1997
As Sheriff Dempsey
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Shadowheart2009
As Sheriff Sanders
TMDb 4.5 / 10
Citizens Band1977
As Chrome Angel
TMDb 5.0 / 10
Gridlock1980
As Sonny
TMDb 5.7 / 10
Ransom for Alice!1977
As Pete Phelan
TMDb 9.0 / 10
The Seven Minutes1971
As Officer Iverson
TMDb 5.8 / 10
Hard Justice1995
As Warden Pike
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Extreme Honor2001
As Commanding Officer #1
TMDb 4.4 / 10
Ballistic1995
As Underwood
TMDb 3.5 / 10
One Man Force1989
As Dante
TMDb 4.6 / 10
After the Condor1991
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Body Count1986
As Charlie, the Sheriff
TMDb 5.1 / 10
Original Gangstas1996
As Mayor
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Riot1996
As Agent Devaney
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Lonely Hearts1991
As Robby Ross
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Wacko1982
As Chief O'Hara
TMDb 5.1 / 10
Lima: Breaking the Silence1999
As Padre
TMDb 4.8 / 10
Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide: Field Trips, Permission Slips, Signs, and Weasels2007
As Seargent Guard
TMDb 7.8 / 10
Under Surveillance1991
As Troy
TMDb 8.0 / 10
Down 'n Dirty2001
As Capt. Jerry Teller
TMDb 4.3 / 10
We Get to Win This Time2002
As Self
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Life Blood2009
As Sherrif Tillman
TMDb 3.5 / 10
Indio 2 - The Revolt1991
As IMC President
TMDb 4.0 / 10
The Night Stalker1987
As Sgt. J.J. Striker
TMDb 4.3 / 10
Frogtown II1992
As Capt. Delano
TMDb 3.6 / 10
Cherry, Harry & Raquel!1969
As Harry
TMDb 5.4 / 10
Fielder's Choice2005
As Taco Bob
TMDb 5.0 / 10
Very Mean Men2000
As Detective Bailey
TMDb 5.3 / 10
Felony1996
As Duke
TMDb 4.8 / 10
Silk Degrees1994
As Schultz
TMDb 4.3 / 10
Pirates of the Plain1999
As Grandpa
TMDb 5.3 / 10
Hit List1989
As Tom Mitchum
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Armstrong1998
As Robert Zorkin
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Center of the Web1992
As Agent Williams
TMDb 4.0 / 10
The Hunter's Moon1999
As J.T. Conover
TMDb 5.8 / 10
Twisted Fate1995
As Nolan Gobal
TMDb 4.3 / 10
Cypress Edge1999
As Detective O'Reilly
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Bush Shrink1988
As Kingsley
TMDb 8.0 / 10
The Outlaws1984
As Captain Striker
The Last Match1990
As American Consul
TMDb 5.8 / 10
Kidnapped1988
As Lt. O'Bryan
TMDb 4.2 / 10
Skeeter1993
As Ernie Buckle
TMDb 4.6 / 10
Death on the Oregon Trail
Death on the Oregon Trail1998
Never Look Back2000
As Sheriff Dawkins
TMDb 4.0 / 10
The Thief & the Stripper2002
As Face
TMDb 4.5 / 10
Killer Instinct1992
As John Doogan
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Savage Land1994
As Cole
TMDb 5.5 / 10
Limp Fangs: The Adventures of Count Malt Liquela1996
As Adam
TMDb 7.0 / 10
To Die, to Sleep1994
As Father
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Hollywood Rated 'R'1997
As Self
TMDb 5.3 / 10
Soldier's Fortune1991
As Col. Blair
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Big Bob Johnson and His Fantastic Speed Circus1978
As Big Bob Johnson
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Instant Justice1986
As Maj. Davis
TMDb 4.2 / 10
Billy Lone Bear1996
TMDb 7.0 / 10
Dragonfight1990
As Moochow
TMDb 4.6 / 10
Eyes of the Beholder1992
As Det. Wilson
TMDb 5.9 / 10
The House Near the Prado1969
TMDb 4.3 / 10
Your Name Here2008
As Chuck
TMDb 3.3 / 10
Mean Tricks1992
As Brian Hornsby
TMDb 3.8 / 10
The Hanging of Jake Ellis
The Hanging of Jake Ellis1969
As Jake Ellis
TMDb 9.0 / 10
Cop Target1990
As John Granger
TMDb 5.0 / 10
Black Crescent Moon2008
As Father Woods
TMDb 3.5 / 10
Treacherous Crossing1992
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Expert Witness1996
TMDb 6.0 / 10
No Small Ways
No Small Ways1997
TMDb 8.0 / 10
Max Is Missing1995
As Becker
TMDb 9.5 / 10
Silent Fury1994
TMDb 7.5 / 10
Love and Kisses
Love and Kisses1971
TMDb 8.5 / 10
Filmography and biography: TMDb