David Naughton Filmography and Major Movie Roles
David Naughton is an American actor known for leading roles in several notable films, with his most recognized movie credit being the title role in the 1981 horror comedy An American Werewolf in London, directed by John Landis. The film, produced by Universal Pictures, became a cult classic and remains the highest-grossing and most searched title in David Naughton movies and TV shows lists. He also starred in the 1980 comedy film Midnight Madness, produced by Walt Disney Productions, where he played a college student participating in an all-night scavenger hunt across Los Angeles. Both films established him as a recognizable face in late 1970s and early 1980s Hollywood productions.
Beyond these two signature titles, David Naughton appeared in supporting and lead roles in films such as The Last Starfighter (1984), a science fiction movie produced by Lorimar Productions, and Body Rock (1984), a dance drama where he played a fitness instructor. His filmography includes guest appearances and smaller parts in later projects, with his work documented on film databases and entertainment reference sites. For a complete list of his film credits, including production companies and release years, see the filmography section on the IMDb page for David Naughton.
David Naughton Television Appearances and Series
In television, David Naughton is best known for his starring role as Dr. Steve Kiley in the long-running ABC police drama Marcus Welby, M.D., which aired from 1969 to 1976 and was produced by David Victor Productions for Universal Television. The series, a spin-off and sequel to the earlier medical drama A Man Called Shenandoah, featured Naughton as the young associate of the titular character played by Robert Young. The show ranked among the top-rated series in the United States during its early seasons and is a central entry in David Naughton movies and TV shows references.
David Naughton also appeared in multiple episodic television roles across genres, including guest spots on series such as The Love Boat, Murder, She Wrote, and Touched by an Angel. He took on recurring and guest parts in shows produced by major studios including Columbia Pictures Television and Aaron Spelling Productions. A detailed episode guide and network information for his television work can be found on the TV Guide profile for David Naughton.
Career Background and Industry Context
David Naughton was born in Hartford, Connecticut, and began his entertainment career in the late 1970s after training in theater and dance. He signed with Universal Pictures for An American Werewolf in London and later worked with studios including Walt Disney Productions and Lorimar Productions. His career spans film, television, and stage, with his work often cited in retrospectives on 1980s horror and comedy cinema.
For current information on David Naughton's ongoing projects, public appearances, and industry affiliations, entertainment trade sources such as Variety and The Hollywood Reporter provide updates and credits. His career is also referenced in industry databases maintained by the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, which tracks professional credits for actors in film and television.