Merritt Butrick, a distinguished American thespian, hailed from the picturesque city of Gainesville, Florida, and has etched his indelible mark on the world of cinema, with his most notable and enduring legacy being his captivating performance as Dr. David Marcus in the iconic science fiction franchise, "Star Trek," specifically in the critically acclaimed films "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" (1982) and "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock" (1984),which continue to captivate audiences to this day.
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BornSep 3, 1959 Gainesville, Florida, USA
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2016
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1989

From the Dead of Night as Rick
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1988

Death Spa as David Avery
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Fright Night Part 2 as Richard "Richie" Green
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1987

Shy People as Mike
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1986

Stagecoach as Lt. Blanchard
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Wired to Kill as Reegus
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When the Bough Breaks as Tim Kruger
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Blood & Orchids as Duane York
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1985

Head Office as John Hudson
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1984

Star Trek III: The Search for Spock as Dr. David Marcus
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Sweet Revenge as Capt. Paul Dennison
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1983

When Your Lover Leaves as Aaron Scott
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1982

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan as Dr. David Marcus
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Zapped! as Gary Cooter
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1981

Splendor in the Grass as Glenn