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David Ferry
★ Acting

David Ferry

Born 1951 · St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada · Active 1976–2021

Born in 1942 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, David Ferry is a Canadian actor known for his work in theatre and film. He appears in High-Ballin' (1978), where he brings a distinctive flair to the gritty world of cult cinema. With a background as a Dora Award-winning theatre director and a Genie Award nomination, Ferry's versatility shines through his performances. His role in High-Ballin' adds depth to the film's exploration of the underground trucking scene, making him a notable figure in the realm of exploitation cinema.

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High-Ballin'

High-Ballin'

1978 ★ 5.3
as Harvey

When a rash of targeted hijackings threatens to derail the independent trucking business, rig driver "Iron" Duke and his visiting friend Rane put the brakes on the bad guys by taking the law into their own hands. But their vigilante plan involves going toe-to-toe with powerful trucker boss King Carroll and his henchmen, who've been driving everyone out of the game.

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Filmography

76 credits
2020s 2 credits
2021
Movie ★ 4.0
2020
The Oak Room as Kenneth
Movie ★ 5.7
2010s 15 credits
2018
The Detail as Harry Barker
TV ★ 6.4
2018
The Romanoffs as Gary Beethoven
TV ★ 6.4
2017
Mary Kills People as Victor Lisko
TV ★ 7.3
2017
Legion as Dr. Kissinger
TV ★ 7.5
2016
Kidnap Capital as Politican
Movie ★ 6.4
2016
Cold as Vernon
TV ★ 7.2
2016
Damien as Marlo Heany
TV ★ 6.3
2016
Designated Survivor as Chandler Dern
TV ★ 7.1
2016
Private Eyes as Wendel Sylvie
TV ★ 7.3
2014
Joy Ride 3 as Barry the Trucker
Movie ★ 5.6
2011
Suits as Peter
TV ★ 8.2
2010
TV ★ 4.5
2010
Nikita as Gary
TV ★ 7.3
2010
Haven as Frank Marigolds
TV ★ 7.5
2010
Republic of Doyle as Tommy Windsor
TV ★ 7.0
2000s 12 credits
2009
Movie ★ 6.0
2006
Man of the Year as Senator Mills
Movie ★ 5.9
2004
This Is Wonderland as Mr. Zanosky
TV ★ 8.0
2003
Control Factor as Detective Jordan
Movie ★ 4.9
2002
Movie ★ 4.5
2001
Movie ★ 5.6
2001
Ruby's Bucket of Blood as Sheriff Robicheaux
Movie ★ 5.8
2001
TV ★ 6.1
2001
TV ★ 7.6
2000
Deliberate Intent as Brandenburg
Movie ★ 5.0
2000
The Crossing as Greene
Movie ★ 6.4
2000
Daring & Grace as Dick Daring Sr.
TV ★ 10.0
1990s 27 credits
1999
The Boondock Saints as Detective Dolly
Movie ★ 7.3
1999
Resurrection as Mr. Breslauer
Movie ★ 6.1
1999
Movie ★ 5.0
1999
TV ★ 6.2
1999
Storm of the Century as Lloyd Wishman
TV ★ 7.0
1998
Movie ★ 6.6
1998
Glory & Honor as John Verhoeff
Movie
1997
Movie ★ 6.5
1996
Movie ★ 6.3
1996
The Stupids as Late-night show host
Movie ★ 4.9
1996
Movie ★ 4.8
1996
Movie
1996
TV ★ 6.1
1995
Movie ★ 5.7
1995
When the Dark Man Calls as Howard Albright
Movie ★ 7.0
1995
Deadly Love as Sal Consentino
Movie ★ 9.0
1995
Goosebumps as El Sydney
TV ★ 7.9
1993
Movie ★ 5.7
1993
Movie ★ 3.3
1993
TV ★ 6.7
1993
TV ★ 6.7
1992
Movie ★ 4.3
1992
TV ★ 6.9
1990
White Room as Record Executive
Movie ★ 5.7
1980s 17 credits
1989
Day One as Army Major
Movie ★ 6.2
1989
Movie ★ 6.3
1989
Movie ★ 5.1
1988
War of the Worlds as Marc Traynor
TV ★ 6.4
1988
War of the Worlds as Policeman
TV ★ 6.4
1987
Movie ★ 8.0
1987
Movie ★ 9.0
1987
Sadie and Son as Captain Ruggles
Movie ★ 5.5
1987
3 Men and a Baby as Telephone Installer
Movie ★ 6.2
1987
Friday the 13th: The Series as Thomas 'Tommy' Christopher Dunn
TV ★ 7.3
1987
TV ★ 7.3
1987
TV
1986
Whodunit? as Jack Tanner
Movie ★ 6.0
1985
TV ★ 7.0
1981
A Whale for the Killing as Johnny Goodenough
Movie ★ 7.0
1980
Powder Heads as Striker
Movie ★ 9.0
1980
Movie ★ 8.0
1970s 2 credits
1978
Movie ★ 5.6
1976
Teleplay as David
TV ★ 8.0
Crew Credits
2010s 1 credit
2013
The Backseat Executive Producer
Movie