Sam Scarber
ActingAbout Sam Scarber
Sam Willis Scarber (June 24, 1949) is a retired professional football player and actor. He was in the 3rd round of the 1971 NFL Draft. After football he had his first supporting role in Against All Odds (1984).
Sam Scarber Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sam Scarber reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sam Scarber's work falls within the Thriller genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 9% of Sam Scarber's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Karate Kid, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sam Scarber Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam Scarber's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sam Scarber has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Last Two Lovers at the End of the World | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | 108 Stitches | Coach Hack Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cut! | Homeless Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Silent Venom | Captain Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Absolute Evil | Taylor Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Railroad to Hell: A Chinaman's Chance | Sgt. Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | George Bush Goes to Heaven | Sam Wainwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Dark Heart | Scrawny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Officer Down | Lieutenant Randy Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sci-Fi Slaughter | Lt. Pritchard (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cock & Bull Story | Fletcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Shakedown | Agent Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Love and a Bullet | Buddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Soulkeeper | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Shadow of Doubt | Cop #1 at Party | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Eraser | Dock Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dead Weekend | General Mills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Takeover | D.E. Moore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Rockford Files: I Still Love L.A. | Sanders | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Savage Land | Chris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Robot Wars | Lt. Pritchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Fear | Radio Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Dead Bang | Detective Bilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Shocker | Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Over the Top | Harry Bosco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Morning After | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Basic Training | SWAT Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | My Man Adam | Emerson Crabbe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Concrete Beat | Bus Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Outlaws | Bubba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Karate Kid | Referee #3 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Against All Odds | Assistant Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | A Caribbean Mystery | Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Take Your Best Shot | Actor | Average | Similar → |
Sam Scarber - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam Scarber?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam Scarber is "The Karate Kid" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Sam Scarber acted in?
Sam Scarber has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam Scarber?
Other notable films include "Over the Top", "My Man Adam", and "Dead Bang".