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Samm-Art Williams
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Samm-Art Williams

1946 – 2024 · Burgaw, North Carolina, USA · Active 1977–1997

Samm-Art Williams, born in 1946, is an American actor and playwright whose work often reflects the African-American experience. He appears in The Baron (1977), where his performance adds a layer of complexity to the film's gritty narrative. Williams also stars in Night of the Juggler (1980), showcasing his ability to navigate the tense atmosphere of urban crime thrillers. His contributions to cult cinema through these roles highlight his unique perspective and artistic vision, making him a significant figure in the genre.

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The Baron

The Baron

1977 ★ 4.5
as Rufus

A black actor who borrows money from the Mafia in order to finance his own movie production. But no one gets involved with the mob without a few hitches.

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Filmography

29 credits
1990s 3 credits
1992
TV ★ 6.7
1991
A Rage in Harlem as Gus Parsons
Movie ★ 5.4
1990
TV ★ 7.9
1980s 10 credits
1989
Movie ★ 6.8
1989
TV ★ 5.0
1986
Movie ★ 6.6
1985
Blood Simple as Meurice
Movie ★ 7.3
1985
Hot Resort as Bill Martin
Movie ★ 3.0
1984
Miami Vice as Lead DEA Agent
TV ★ 7.5
1983
Movie ★ 6.0
1982
Movie ★ 7.0
1980
Dressed to Kill as Subway Cop
Movie ★ 7.0
1980
Night of the Juggler as Peep Show Bouncer
Movie ★ 6.6
1970s 3 credits
1979
Movie ★ 6.9
1977
Movie ★ 5.6
1977
Summerdog as Officer Brown
Movie ★ 9.0
Crew Credits
1990s 8 credits
1997
Good News Producer
TV ★ 7.0
1992
Martin Producer
TV ★ 7.6
1992
Hangin' with Mr. Cooper Co-Executive Producer
TV ★ 6.7
1991
Movie ★ 6.8
1990
TV ★ 7.9
1990
TV ★ 7.9
1990
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Co-Executive Producer
TV ★ 7.9
1990
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Supervising Producer
TV ★ 7.9
1980s 5 credits
1989
Movie
1987
TV ★ 6.1
1986
Movie ★ 10.0
1985
TV ★ 6.0