D'Urville Martin
Acting
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
1984The Bear
Billy
1984Black Hollywood
Self
1983The Big Score
Easy
1976Blind Rage
Willie Black
1976Death Journey
Gas Station Attendant
1975Boss Nigger
Amos
1975Sheba, Baby
Pilot
1975Dolemite
Willie Green
1973Black Caesar
Rev. Rufus
1973Hell Up In Harlem
Reverend Rufus
1973Book of Numbers
Billy Bowlegs
1973The Soul of Nigger Charley
Toby
1973Five on the Black Hand Side
Booker T.
1972The Final Comedown
Billy Joe Ashley
1972Hammer
Sonny
1972The Legend of Nigger Charley
Toby
1970Watermelon Man
Bus Driver
1968Rosemary's Baby
Diego
1967Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
Frankie
1964Black Like Me
