Skip to main content
Sal Lopez
★ Acting

Sal Lopez

Born 1954 · Active 1951–2026

Sal Lopez, an actor known for his roles in cult cinema, appears in Return of the Living Dead III (1993), where he navigates the chaotic aftermath of a zombie uprising. His performance adds a layer of depth to the film's exploration of horror and dark humor. Additionally, he showcases his versatility in Million Dollar Mystery (1987), a film that blends comedy with a treasure hunt narrative. Lopez's contributions to these films reflect the eclectic nature of cult cinema, making him a notable figure in the genre.

▶ Watch on SassyFlix 2 films available
Million Dollar Mystery

Million Dollar Mystery

1987 ★ 4.6
as Hijacker

A dying man in a roadside diner tells the other patrons about money he has hidden in four places. But instead of directions, he leaves them only with clues they must solve in order to claim the loot. Released with a promotional tie-in for Glad-Lock brand bags.

Watch Now
Career Highlights Top 6 by popularity · TMDB

Filmography

108 credits
2020s 14 credits
2026
The Rip as Mr. Zeltzin
Movie ★ 7.1
2025
Roses on the Vine as Mr. Rodriguez
Movie
2025
Movie ★ 5.5
2025
Movie
2025
Atropia as Jerry Jiminez
Movie ★ 5.7
2025
F1 as Baja Old Timer
Movie ★ 7.8
2024
Movie ★ 5.0
2024
TV ★ 6.4
2023
Movie ★ 4.7
2023
Movie ★ 7.0
2022
The Hyperions as Delano
Movie ★ 4.6
2022
Movie ★ 7.0
2021
Movie ★ 6.7
2021
Spiked as Jose
Movie ★ 5.4
2010s 18 credits
2019
Velvet Buzzsaw as Roadside Vendor
Movie ★ 5.4
2019
El Chicano as El Gallo
Movie ★ 6.6
2019
Culture Shock as Coyote
Movie ★ 5.8
2019
Acuitzeramo as Salvador
Movie ★ 3.8
2019
Movie ★ 5.3
2019
Chalino as Don Chente
Movie
2019
Too Old to Die Young as Captain Cortez
TV ★ 7.3
2018
Barry as Anita's Father
TV ★ 7.9
2016
Movie
2016
Westworld as Cigarillo
TV ★ 8.0
2016
Lopez as Joseph
TV ★ 5.4
2016
Chance as Jean-Baptiste
TV ★ 6.9
2015
Movie ★ 3.5
2015
Code Black as Drunk Man
TV ★ 7.8
2014
Movie ★ 4.2
2013
Go for Sisters as Morales
Movie ★ 6.0
2013
The Bridge as Marine Leader
TV ★ 6.6
2011
TV ★ 7.3
2000s 26 credits
2009
Castle as Priest
TV ★ 8.0
2008
Beverly Hills Chihuahua as Ring Announcer
Movie ★ 5.4
2008
American Son as Cristina's Father
Movie ★ 4.3
2007
The Astronaut Farmer as Pepe Garcia
Movie ★ 6.3
2007
Life as Loomis
TV ★ 7.7
2006
Movie ★ 5.2
2004
Movie ★ 7.1
2004
Silver City as Tony Guerra
Movie ★ 6.1
2004
Paparazzi as Mexican Man
Movie ★ 5.3
2004
Entourage as Billy's Film Editor
TV ★ 7.4
2003
Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman as Additional Voices (voice)
Movie ★ 6.7
2003
Nip/Tuck as Julio Esperanza
TV ★ 7.2
2003
Tremors as Deputy Manny Garcia
TV ★ 6.1
2003
TV ★ 8.8
2003
TV ★ 6.5
2002
The Banger Sisters as Pump Attendant
Movie ★ 5.6
2002
Hunter: Return to Justice as Chuck "Jumpy" Lopez
Movie ★ 8.4
2002
Hammerlock as Ward Clemson
Movie ★ 10.0
2002
The Shield as Gary Barba
TV ★ 8.2
2002
CSI: Miami as Julio
TV ★ 7.7
2001
Missing Pieces as Castillo
Movie ★ 5.7
2000
Movie ★ 4.3
2000
Price of Glory as Hector Salmon
Movie ★ 4.9
2000
TV ★ 7.6
1990s 29 credits
1999
Flypaper as Leon
Movie ★ 4.3
1999
Snoops as Dwarf Thief
TV ★ 7.5
1998
TV ★ 6.6
1997
Selena as Juan Luis
Movie ★ 7.7
1997
Movie ★ 5.4
1997
Nightman as Mr. Alvarez
Movie ★ 6.7
1997
King of the Hill as Employee / First Mate / Waiter #2 (voice)
TV ★ 7.4
1997
The New Batman Adventures as Enrique El Gancho / Ricky the Hook (voice)
TV ★ 8.1
1997
TV ★ 7.4
1996
After the SIlence as John Sanchez
Movie ★ 7.1
1996
TV ★ 8.7
1995
Journey as Boone
Movie ★ 6.2
1995
Movie ★ 5.4
1994
Blue Tiger as Luis
Movie ★ 5.3
1994
Movie ★ 6.2
1994
TV ★ 7.2
1994
ER as Hispanic Man
TV ★ 7.8
1993
Movie ★ 6.6
1993
Mr. Jones as Henry
Movie ★ 5.8
1992
American Me as Pedro Santana
Movie ★ 7.4
1992
Movie ★ 4.0
1992
Cold Heaven as Young Doctor
Movie ★ 4.4
1992
TV ★ 5.9
1991
Lookwell as Manny
Movie ★ 8.0
1990
Movie ★ 4.3
1990
Cartel as Steve Rodriguez / Bill Matthews
Movie ★ 3.6
1990
El Diablo as Sentry
Movie ★ 5.6
1990
TV ★ 7.0
1980s 15 credits
1989
Movie ★ 4.7
1987
Full Metal Jacket as T.H.E. Rock
Movie ★ 8.1
1987
Born in East L.A. as What's Happening Boy
Movie ★ 5.8
1987
Movie ★ 4.9
1987
Movie
1987
TV ★ 10.0
1987
TV ★ 6.6
1986
Matlock as Bartender
TV ★ 7.1
1985
Get Out of My Room as Illegal Alien (segment 'Born In East L.A.')
Movie ★ 5.4
1984
The Glitter Dome as Chuey Verdugio
Movie ★ 4.5
1984
Hunter as Tony Melendez
TV ★ 7.1
1982
T. J. Hooker as Luis Molina
TV ★ 6.5
1981
Zoot Suit as Hobo
Movie ★ 6.4
1981
TV ★ 7.6
1980
Midnight Madness as Blade - Blue Team
Movie ★ 5.8
1970s 3 credits
1979
240-Robert as Tommy
TV ★ 6.8
1978
TV ★ 7.1
1977
TV ★ 6.9
1950s 2 credits
1951
TV ★ 8.8
1951
TV ★ 8.8
Crew Credits
2000s 1 credit
2000
Luminarias Producer
Movie ★ 4.3