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Avery Schreiber
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Avery Schreiber

1935 – 2002 · Chicago, Illinois, USA · Active 1958–2001

Avery Schreiber, born in 1935, was an American actor known for his comedic flair and engaging performances. In Silent Scream (1979), he brings a distinctive energy to the film, which merges elements of horror and dark humor. Schreiber's background in comedy adds a unique layer to the film's narrative, enhancing the cult appeal that Silent Scream has garnered over the years. His role exemplifies the intersection of comedy and exploitation cinema, making him a fitting presence in the SassyFlix catalog.

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Silent Scream

Silent Scream

1979 ★ 5.7
as Sgt. Manny Ruggin

Scotty moves into Mrs. Engels' seaside mansion where three other college students are boarding. Mrs. Engels prefers to stay in her room in the attic, but her son Mason helps the students get settled. Soon one of the students is killed. The policemen on the case begin uncovering the Engels family secret as the remaining students become endangered.

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Filmography

71 credits
2000s 1 credit
2001
Movie ★ 3.0
1990s 5 credits
1997
Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction as Pawn Shop Owner (segment "Two to One")
TV ★ 7.2
1995
Dracula: Dead and Loving It as Peasant on Coach
Movie ★ 6.1
1993
Movie ★ 6.6
1990
TV ★ 6.1
1990
TV ★ 6.0
1980s 23 credits
1989
Saved by the Bell as Dr. Mertz
TV ★ 7.8
1988
Movie ★ 4.1
1988
Top Cat and the Beverly Hills Cats as Benny the Ball (voice)
Movie ★ 6.6
1987
Hunk as Constantine Constapopolis
Movie ★ 5.7
1987
Movie ★ 5.0
1987
DuckTales as Robot Guard (voice)
TV ★ 7.7
1986
TV ★ 6.8
1986
TV ★ 6.8
1985
The Pound Puppies as Tubbs (voice)
Movie ★ 4.0
1985
The Twilight Zone as Landlord (segment "Act Break")
TV ★ 7.8
1985
TV ★ 6.5
1985
The Comedy Factory as Phil Jenkins
TV
1984
Best Chest in the West as Self - Judge
Movie ★ 4.0
1984
Pinocchio as Boatman
Movie ★ 4.8
1982
Jimmy the Kid as Dr. Stevens
Movie ★ 4.1
1982
TV ★ 8.1
1981
Caveman as Ock
Movie ★ 6.5
1981
Goldie Gold and Action Jack as Additional Voices (voice)
TV ★ 5.0
1981
TV ★ 7.6
1980
Galaxina as Capt. Cornelius Butt
Movie ★ 3.9
1980
More Wild Wild West as Russian Ambassador
Movie ★ 5.8
1980
Thundarr the Barbarian as Octagon (voice)
TV ★ 6.9
1970s 27 credits
1979
Scavenger Hunt as Zoo Keeper
Movie ★ 5.6
1979
Silent Scream as Sgt. Manny Ruggin
Movie ★ 5.7
1979
Movie ★ 4.7
1978
Movie
1978
Loose Shoes as Theatre Manager
Movie ★ 3.6
1977
The Last Remake of Beau Geste as Sheikh's Aide & Camel Salesman
Movie ★ 5.5
1977
The Love Boat as Everett Buell
TV ★ 6.3
1976
Swashbuckler as Polonski
Movie ★ 6.1
1976
TV ★ 7.1
1976
Monster Squad as The Weatherman
TV ★ 5.3
1976
The Muppet Show as Self - Special Guest Star
TV ★ 8.0
1974
TV ★ 5.8
1974
The Rockford Files as Azie Boyajian
TV ★ 7.6
1973
Match Game as Self
TV ★ 7.8
1972
Second Chance as Roberto Gazzari
Movie ★ 7.0
1971
Escape as Nicholas Slye
Movie ★ 4.8
1971
TV ★ 5.0
1970
Goldilocks as Deer / Various Animals (voice)
Movie
1970
TV ★ 5.0
1970
TV ★ 7.1
1970
TV ★ 4.6
1960s 14 credits
1969
Movie ★ 5.0
1969
The Monitors as Max Jordan
Movie ★ 3.8
1969
TV ★ 6.1
1969
TV ★ 6.5
1968
The Doris Day Show as Warren Coleman
TV ★ 5.8
1967
The Mothers-in-Law as Mr. Crawford
TV ★ 5.8
1966
TV ★ 6.2
1965
Get Smart as Oleg
TV ★ 7.9
1965
TV ★ 4.3
1965
TV ★ 7.3
1964
Movie
1962
TV ★ 6.2
1961
TV ★ 5.4
1950s 1 credit
1958
TV ★ 4.7