Rudy Ricci

Writing·April 14, 1940·† March 8, 2012 — 71 years old·McKeesport, Pennsylvania, USA

Rudy Ricci was an American writer and actor notable for his contributions to the horror genre. He co-wrote the story for The Return of the Living Dead (1985), a film that blended horror and comedy elements. Ricci also appeared as a zombie in George A. Romero's Night of the Living Dead (1968) and portrayed a motorcycle raider in Dawn of the Dead (1978). His work has left a lasting impact on horror cinema.

Known For

Night of the Living Dead

1968·7.6

Dawn of the Dead

1978·7.5

The Return of the Living Dead

1985·7.2

There's Always Vanilla

1971·4.5

The Booby Hatch

1976·4.6

Filmography · 6

1985The Return of the Living DeadStory 1978Dawn of the DeadMotorcycle Raider 1976The Devil and Sam SilversteinOther 1976The Booby HatchMarcello Fettucini · Director · Writer 1971There's Always VanillaScreenplay 1968Night of the Living DeadZombie