Sam Trammell

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Characters played by Sam Trammell

Sam Merlotte — True Blood (2008)

Shapeshifter werewolf, Sookie's childhood friend and romantic interest.

Det. Gibson — I Am Wrath (2016)

A corrupt detective who, along with Walker, releases Vivian's murderer Charley. He later reveals that Lemi K was blackmailing Governor Meserve. Forced by Stanley to drive to Meserve's mansion, he is killed when Stanley blows up his car.

Todd — I See You (2019)

Todd is Jackie Harper's former lover, who visits her and urges her to continue their affair despite her attempt to end it. After being struck and later attacked in the Harper home, he is hidden in the basement. Greg Harper ultimately murders him, while Jackie assumes Connor Harper was responsible.

Dr. Kent Sutterer — Breakthrough (2019)

Dr. Sutterer is the attending physician who leads the emergency effort to save John after the accident. When no pulse appears, he gives Joyce an opportunity to say goodbye, then recommends transferring John to a better equipped hospital for specialized care.

Gerry Conrad — Imperium (2016)

White collar engineer and family man who is a committed white supremacist. Becomes close friends with Foster before confessing his membership in a domestic terrorist cell. Possesses stolen caesium-137 and plots a dirty bomb. Foster infiltrates his group as an explosives supplier, leading to the FBI's successful arrest of the cell.

Matthew — 3 Generations (2016)

Matthew is described as Craig's brother and as a possible biological father to Ray because Maggie slept with him. Ray learns this family secret while searching for answers about his absent father, deepening his sense of having been deceived. Matthew later talks with Maggie about the situation.

Carson Drew — Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (2019)

Nancy's father and a local politician actively fighting a train line development project. He is ambushed and kidnapped by Willie Wharton, then held hostage in Flora's secret passage until Nancy and Helen rescue him.

Lee — Beat (2000)

William’s male lover. He meets William in Guatemala but remains evasive and physically distant, suggesting that William uses him primarily for sex. He later visits William and Joan in Mexico City.

Winter — American Refugee (2021)

A survivalist neighbor and father who lives in a fortified underground bunker. Reluctantly shelters the Taylors due to Amber's pregnancy. Enforces strict rationing and survivalist rules, teaching Greg to make bullets. Becomes the central antagonist when he threatens Greg, ultimately blinded by molten bullets and stripped of his authority.

Sheriff Cowley — Guns, Girls and Gambling (2012)

The second corrupt lawman, allied with The Rancher. He joins Sheriff Hutchins in apprehending John and Cindy for the Elvis impersonator murders. He is escorted to the desert but is subsequently murdered by The Cowboy during the station house climax.

Jeff — Crazy Kind of Love (2013)

Henry's father leaves the family and moves in with another woman, contributing to the family's collapse and leaving Henry resentful of the burdens placed on him.

Logan — Organ Trail (2023)

Logan is the abusive leader of the bandit gang occupying a fortified ghost town. He controls Cassidy, previously punishing her attempt to escape and using her as bait. When he fears she may expose the gang, he orders Rhys to retrieve her, but Rhys kills him.

Career Overview

Sam Trammell has 59 screen credits in a career dating back to 1996. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Hunchback of Notre Dame Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include True Blood, The Fault in Our Stars, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
59
Birth Date
1969-01-29
Birth Place
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q40124), public domain (CC0).