Born in 1954 in Oxnard, California, he studied acting at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts before attending the Professional Actor's Training Program at the University of Washington. Gaining fame for his role as Dr. Herbert West in the "Re-Animator" series, he became a cult icon in horror and science fiction genres. Known for his versatility, he's appeared in multiple "Star Trek" series, showcasing his talent for playing diverse and complex characters. His career spans film, television, and voice acting.
FROM BEYOND
From Beyond follows a group of scientists who discover a way to stimulate the pineal gland, unlocking a parallel universe filled with grotesque...
RE-ANIMATOR
Stuart Gordon's 1985 cult horror film Re-Animator centers on medical student Herbert West and his conflicted ally Dan Cain as they test a serum that...
BEYOND RE-ANIMATOR
Beyond Re-Animator continues the deranged experiments of Herbert West as a new serum is pushed toward life-and-death extremes. West's relentless...
BRIDE OF RE-ANIMATOR
Herbert West returns to his macabre experiments as a deranged physician coerces him into crafting a living bride from a cadaver. The Bride of...
RE-ANIMATOR
A dedicated medical student discovers a re-animating serum that brings the dead back to life. However, his experiments go awry, unleashing chaos and...
CASTLE FREAK
Castle Freak (1995) follows John Parker and his wife Susan as they inherit a crumbling estate in a remote Romanian fortress. Unbeknownst to them, a...