Martin Casella

Martin Casella is an American actor and screenwriter best known for his work in film, television, and theater. Born on June 16, 1957, in Schenectady, New York, Casella began his career as an actor in the early 1980s. He gained recognition for his role as Marty, the paranormal investigator, in Steven Spielberg’s iconic horror film Poltergeist (1982).

In addition to acting, Casella has found success as a playwright and screenwriter. His stage work includes the play The Irish Curse, which explores themes of masculinity and insecurity, and has been performed internationally. He has written for film and television, often drawing on his diverse experiences in the entertainment industry.

Known For

Poltergeist Not in library

Poltergeist

1982

RoboCop 2 Not in library

RoboCop 2

1990

Eli Roth's History of Horror Not in library

Eli Roth's History of Horror

2018

Heart Like a Wheel Not in library

Heart Like a Wheel

1983

Double Switch Not in library

Double Switch

1987

A Touch of Scandal Not in library

A Touch of Scandal

1984

Acting

2018 Eli Roth's History of Horror as Self (1 episode)
1990 RoboCop 2 as Yuppie
1990 Turner & Hooch as Policeman
1987 Double Switch as Lawyer
1984 A Touch of Scandal as Mortuary Man
1983 Heart Like a Wheel as Repoter #1
1982 Poltergeist as Dr. Marty Casey

Writing

2026 The Land of Sometimes Screenplay In Library
2021 Moley Writer
1995 One Night Stand Writer