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Tommy Lane
★ Acting

Tommy Lane

1937 – 2020 · Liberty City, Miami, Florida, US · Active 1964–2007

Tommy Lane, an actor known for his work in the 1970s, brings a unique presence to cult cinema through his roles in Cotton Comes to Harlem (1970) and Ganja & Hess (1973). In Ganja & Hess, he contributes to the film's exploration of themes surrounding identity and spirituality, while in Cotton Comes to Harlem, he adds to the film's vibrant portrayal of urban life. Lane's performances in these films reflect the bold storytelling and cultural commentary that define the era's exploitation genre.

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Island Claws

Island Claws

1980 ★ 4.7
as Haitian Man

Scientists accidentally unleash a legion of giant killer crabs. A biological experiment in Florida goes awry. The result: 8-foot long land crabs which roar loudly and kill everything in sight.

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Filmography

19 credits
2000s 1 credit
2007
Sweat as Billy
Movie
1990s 2 credits
1999
Movie ★ 7.4
1997
Virtual Weapon as Captian Shepard
Movie ★ 5.7
1980s 6 credits
1983
Eureka as Miami Chauffeur
Movie ★ 5.3
1983
Movie ★ 5.6
1981
Simon & Simon as Gus - Bartender
TV ★ 6.7
1980
The Pilot as Man Outside Bar
Movie ★ 6.9
1980
Island Claws as Haitian Man
Movie ★ 4.7
1980
The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd as Capt. Longheart
Movie ★ 5.0
1970s 5 credits
1973
Shamus as Tait
Movie ★ 6.2
1973
Movie ★ 6.5
1973
Movie ★ 5.8
1971
Shaft as Leroy
Movie ★ 6.4
1970
Movie ★ 6.2
1960s 2 credits
1964
Flipper as Nick
TV ★ 6.2
1964
Flipper as Tom
TV ★ 6.2
Crew Credits
1970s 3 credits
1973
Movie ★ 5.8
1972
Movie ★ 4.8
1971
Shaft Stunts
Movie ★ 6.4