Gary Busey

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Characters played by Gary Busey

Clayton — Piranha 3DD (2012)

Waterpark staff member in 3DD.

Mr. Joshua — Lethal Weapon (1987)

Ruthless mercenary and primary enforcer for McAllister.

Agent Angelo Pappas — Point Break (1991)

Veteran FBI agent and Utah's mentor during the undercover operation.

Bill Dayton — Lost Highway (1997)

Pete's father who takes him in after his sudden and mysterious release from prison.

Commander Krill — Under Siege (1992)

Corrupt naval officer who secretly aids Strannix in the Missouri hijacking.

Eddie Lomax — The Firm (1993)

Eddie Lomax is a private investigator and a former cellmate of Ray. Mitch hires him to investigate the deaths of the firm's former associates, but Lomax is murdered by hitmen while Tammy witnesses the killing. His death confirms the firm's willingness to eliminate people who threaten its secrets.

Uncle Red — Silver Bullet (1985)

Marty and Jane's alcoholic uncle who gifts Marty a custom wheelchair/motorcycle nicknamed the 'Silver Bullet.' He later helps forge a silver bullet from family heirlooms and survives the werewolf's attack on their house, ultimately supporting the siblings.

Chet Steadman — Rookie of the Year (1993)

Chet Steadman is an aging Cubs pitcher and one of Henry's heroes. He mentors Henry by helping him improve his control, while developing a romantic relationship with Mary. In the decisive game, he injures his arm but makes a courageous play at home before Henry takes over on the mound.

Karl Westover — Barbarosa (1982)

Karl Westover is a post-Civil War Texas farm boy who flees to Mexico after accidentally killing his brother-in-law. Under Barbarosa's guidance he becomes capable and self-reliant, survives several pursuits, returns to his family, ends the Pahmeyer feud in self-defense, and later tries to preserve Barbarosa's legend.

Willy Darin — Straight Time (1978)

Willy is Max's friend and later serves as the getaway driver for the jewelry-store robbery. His heroin use in Max's room leads to Max's arrest, while his panic during the heist causes him to abandon Max and Jerry. Max later settles the score by murdering Willy before fleeing Los Angeles.

Church — Soldier (1998)

Church is the captain commanding Todd's original military unit. He accepts the introduction of the genetically engineered soldiers but allows the older unit to test itself against them. Later, he objects when Mekum plans to abandon the old soldiers and destroy Arcadia, and Mekum shoots him for resisting the order.

Butch (voice) — Dr. Dolittle 3 (2006)

Animated animal character at the ranch.

Career Overview

Gary Busey has 177 screen credits in a career dating back to 1955. Their work spans 19 cinematic universes — most prominently The Gingerdead Man Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Predator 2, Lethal Weapon, Hider in the House. 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
177
Birth Date
1944-06-29
Birth Place
Goose Creek, Texas, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 19 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q312081), public domain (CC0).