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.
21 movies · 3 shows
Black Hollywood
1984·0.0
The Bear
1984·7.1
The Big Score
1983·6.0
Blind Rage
1976·5.3
Death Journey
1976·5.2
Boss Nigger
1975·6.7
Dolemite
1975·5.8
Sheba, Baby
1975·5.7
Hell Up In Harlem
1973·5.5
Five on the Black Hand Side
1973·7.2
The Soul of Nigger Charley
1973·5.2
Book of Numbers
1973·7.0
Black Caesar
1973·5.8
Hammer
1972·5.4
The Final Comedown
1972·6.5
The Legend of Nigger Charley
1972·6.2
Watermelon Man
1970·6.3
A Time to Sing
1968·6.5
Rosemary's Baby
1968·7.8
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
1967·7.6
Black Like Me
1964·6.2