D'Urville Martin
Actor
- Born
- February 11, 1939 · New York City, New York
- Died
- May 28, 1984 (age 45)
D'Urville Martin (February 11, 1939 – May 28, 1984) was an American actor and director in both film and television. He appeared with regularity in numerous 1970s movies in the blaxploitation genre of films. Born in New York City, D'urville began his career in the mid 1960s, soon becoming a prominent recurring figure in the genre. Martin acted in several movies of the time, including Black Like Me and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. Among his partners was the famous blaxploitation actor Fred “The Hammer” Williamson, playing his partner Toby in the Black Charley. Martin also directed films in his career, including Dolemite, starring Rudy Ray Moore. His career ended in 1984 with a heart attack at age 45 likely caused by his hard-partying lifestyle.
Known for
Rosemary's Baby
June 12, 1968
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
December 11, 1967
Dolemite
April 26, 1975
Black Caesar
February 7, 1973
Boss Nigger
August 17, 1975
Watermelon Man
May 27, 1970
Hell Up In Harlem
December 1, 1973
Sheba, Baby
March 26, 1975
The Legend of Nigger Charley
March 16, 1972
Hammer
July 4, 1972
The Final Comedown
May 31, 1972
Black Like Me
May 20, 1964
Acting21
- 1984Black Hollywood as Self
- 1984The Bear as Billy
- 1983The Big Score as Easy
- 1976Blind Rage as Willie Black
- 1976Death Journey as Gas Station Attendant
- 1975Boss Nigger as Amos
- 1975Dolemite as Willie Green
- 1975Sheba, Baby as Pilot
- 1973Hell Up In Harlem as Reverend Rufus
- 1973Five on the Black Hand Side as Booker T.