Born in Newark, New Jersey, Ted Prior emerged as a notable action actor in the 1980s, often collaborating with his brother David A. Prior. He is best known for his roles in Sledgehammer (1983) and Deadly Prey (1987), where he embodies the tough, relentless heroes typical of the era's grindhouse cinema. In Surf Nazis Must Die (1987), Prior further solidified his presence in the cult film landscape, delivering performances that resonate with fans of exploitation cinema. His work in Killer Workout (1987) and Day of the Warrior (1996) continues to reflect the raw energy and outrageous style that defines the genre.
Sledgehammer
A young boy who murdered his mother and her lover with a sledgehammer. Ten years after the murder and the child's mysterious disappearance, a group of teens stay in the house for a weekend when they are terrorized by the ghost of the little boy.