John R Mangus

John earned a bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communications and worked in the radio industry for years. He also designed and wore costumes for commission. In 2010 he was selected to portray Darth Maul in promotions for 20th Century Fox and LucasFilm for the 3D release of the Phantom Menace. That opportunity opened doors for him into the world of Film and Television entertainment as he was asked to appear in the Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone prison film Escape Plan as a skin head inmate. He has parlayed his athletic ability and rugged looks onto numerous sets as a stunt driver, stuntman, stand in, photo double, stunt double, special ability actor, and background actor. He has appeared in over 15 films and many television shows. Some of the films and TV shows are: Jurassic World, Fantastic Four, Hot Tub Time Machine 2, True Detective, Escape Plan, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Bonnie and Clyde, Beasts of the Bayou, Starcrossed, Astronaut Wives Club, NCIS New Orleans, Navy Seals vs Zombies and many more. He has continued to develop his craft by having taken acting classes with stuntman turned character actor Michael Papajohn and seasoned actor Jerry Katz. John mainly portrays law enforcement or heavies and his athletic build and martial arts experience should keep him active in the entertainment industry for years to come. Show less «