Peter Sarsgaard

Born:7. března 1971

Place of Birth:Belleville, Illinois, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Peter Sarsgaard, born John Peter Sarsgaard on March 7, 1971, is an esteemed American actor known for his versatile performances across various genres. Sarsgaard made his mark in the film industry with his breakout role in the 1995 movie "Dead Man Walking." His talent and dedication to his craft quickly led him to appear in a string of independent films, showcasing his ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters.

One of Sarsgaard's notable early roles was in the 1999 film "Boys Don't Cry," where he portrayed the complex character of John Lotter. His portrayal garnered critical acclaim and set the stage for a successful career ahead. Sarsgaard's range as an actor became evident as he took on diverse roles in films like "The Center of the World" (2001), "Shattered Glass" (2003), and "Kinsey" (2004), showcasing his ability to immerse himself in a variety of characters with nuance and skill.

Throughout his career, Sarsgaard has captivated audiences with his performances in a wide array of films, from indie darlings like "The Dying Gaul" (2005) to blockbuster hits such as "Green Lantern" (2011) and "The Magnificent Seven" (2016). His willingness to take on challenging and diverse roles has solidified his reputation as a versatile and accomplished actor in the industry.

In addition to his film work, Sarsgaard has also made a name for himself on the stage, with notable appearances in Off-Broadway productions like "Kingdom of Earth," "Burn This," and "Uncle Vanya." His talent transcends mediums, showcasing his dedication to the craft of acting and his ability to bring depth and complexity to each character he portrays.

Off-screen, Sarsgaard's personal life has also garnered attention, particularly his marriage to fellow actress Maggie Gyllenhaal. The couple's shared passion for the arts and their support for each other's careers have made them a beloved duo in Hollywood. Sarsgaard's commitment to his craft, coupled with his ability to embody a wide range of characters with authenticity and depth, has solidified his status as one of the most respected actors in the industry today.

In 2021, Sarsgaard continued to showcase his talent with a recurring role in the Hulu miniseries "Dopesick," further cementing his reputation as a versatile and compelling actor. With a career spanning over two decades, Peter Sarsgaard remains a force to be reckoned with in the world of film and theater, captivating audiences with his nuanced performances and unwavering dedication to his craft.

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The Batman

District Attorney Gil Colson

2022

In his second year of fighting crime, Batman uncovers corruption in Gotham City that connects to his own family while facing a serial killer known as the Riddler.

The Magnificent Seven

Bartholomew Bogue

2016

Looking to mine for gold, greedy industrialist Bartholomew Bogue seizes control of the Old West town of Rose Creek. With their lives in jeopardy, Emma Cullen and other desperate residents turn to bounty hunter Sam Chisolm for help. Chisolm recruits an eclectic group of gunslingers to take on Bogue and his ruthless henchmen. With a deadly showdown on the horizon, the seven mercenaries soon find themselves fighting for more than just money once the bullets start to fly.

Knight and Day

Fitzgerald

2010

A fugitive couple goes on a glamorous and sometimes deadly adventure where nothing and no one – even themselves – are what they seem. Amid shifting alliances and unexpected betrayals, they race across the globe, with their survival ultimately hinging on the battle of truth vs. trust.

Orphan

John

2009

After losing their baby, a married couple adopt 9-year old Esther, who may not be as innocent as she seems.

September 5

Roone Arledge

2024

During the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting crew finds itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes.

The Man in the Iron Mask

Raoul

1998

Years have passed since the Three Musketeers, Aramis, Athos and Porthos, have fought together with their friend, D'Artagnan. But with the tyrannical King Louis using his power to wreak havoc in the kingdom while his twin brother, Philippe, remains imprisoned, the Musketeers reunite to abduct Louis and replace him with Philippe.

Green Lantern

Hector Hammond

2011

For centuries, a small but powerful force of warriors called the Green Lantern Corps has sworn to keep intergalactic order. Each Green Lantern wears a ring that grants him superpowers. But when a new enemy called Parallax threatens to destroy the balance of power in the Universe, their fate and the fate of Earth lie in the hands of the first human ever recruited.

Jarhead

Alan Troy

2005

Jarhead is a film about a US Marine Anthony Swofford’s experience in the Gulf War. After putting up with an arduous boot camp, Swofford and his unit are sent to the Persian Gulf where they are eager to fight, but are forced to stay back from the action. Swofford struggles with the possibility of his girlfriend cheating on him, and as his mental state deteriorates, his desire to kill increases.

Flightplan

Carson

2005

Flying at 40,000 feet in a state-of-the art aircraft that she helped design, Kyle Pratt's 6-year-old daughter Julia vanishes without a trace. Or did she? No one on the plane believes Julia was ever onboard. And now Kyle, desperate and alone, can only count on her own wits to unravel the mystery and save her daughter.

The Guilty

Henry Fisher (voice)

2021

A demoted police officer assigned to a call dispatch desk is conflicted when he receives an emergency phone call from a kidnapped woman.

The Cell

Julia Hickson's Fiancee (uncredited)

2000

A psychotherapist journeys inside a comatose serial killer in the hopes of saving his latest victim.

The Skeleton Key

Luke Marshall

2005

A hospice nurse working at a spooky New Orleans plantation home finds herself entangled in a mystery involving the house's dark past.

The Survivor

Emory Anderson

2022

Harry Haft is a boxer who fought fellow prisoners in the concentration camps to survive. Haunted by the memories and his guilt, he attempts to use high-profile fights against boxing legends like Rocky Marciano as a way to find his first love again.

Lovelace

Chuck Traynor

2013

Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.

Dead Man Walking

Walter Delacroix

1995

A death row inmate turns for spiritual guidance to a local nun in the days leading up to his scheduled execution for the murders of a young couple.

Jackie

Robert Kennedy

2016

An account of the days of First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy, in the immediate aftermath of John F. Kennedy's assassination in 1963.

The Lost Daughter

Professor Hardy

2021

A woman's seaside vacation takes a dark turn when her obsession with a young mother forces her to confront secrets from her past.

Mr. Jones

Walter Duranty

2019

In 1933, Welsh journalist Gareth Jones travels to Ukraine, where he experiences the horrors of a famine. Everywhere he goes he meets henchmen of the Soviet secret service who are determined to prevent news about the catastrophe from getting out. Stalin’s forced collectivisation of agriculture has resulted in misery and ruin—the policy is tantamount to mass murder.

K-19: The Widowmaker

Vadim Radtchinko

2002

When Russia's first nuclear submarine malfunctions on its maiden voyage, the crew must race to save the ship and prevent a nuclear disaster.

Garden State

Mark

2004

Andrew returns to his hometown for the funeral of his mother, a journey that reconnects him with past friends. The trip coincides with his decision to stop taking his powerful antidepressants. A chance meeting with Sam - a girl also suffering from various maladies - opens up the possibility of rekindling emotional attachments, confronting his psychologist father, and perhaps beginning a new life.

Memory

Saul

2023

Sylvia is a social worker who leads a simple and structured life: her daughter, her job, her AA meetings. This is blown open when Saul follows her home from their high school reunion. Their surprise encounter will profoundly impact both of them as they open the door to the past.

Loving Pablo

Shepard

2017

The film chronicles the rise and fall of the world's most feared drug lord Pablo Escobar and his volatile love affair with Colombia's most famous journalist Virginia Vallejo throughout a reign of terror that tore a country apart.

The Lie

Jay Logan

2018

A father and daughter are on their way to dance camp when they spot the girl's best friend on the side of the road. When they stop to offer the friend a ride, their good intentions soon result in terrible consequences.

Blue Jasmine

Dwight

2013

After experiencing a traumatic misfortune, Jasmine French, a wealthy woman from New York, moves to San Francisco to live with her foster sister Ginger and the firm purpose of getting a new life, but she will be haunted by anxiety and memories of the past.

Boys Don't Cry

John Lotter

1999

A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.

Pawn Sacrifice

Father Bill Lombardy

2015

American chess champion Bobby Fischer prepares for a legendary match-up against Russian Boris Spassky.

Shattered Glass

Charles 'Chuck' Lane

2003

The true story of fraudulent Washington, D.C. journalist Stephen Glass, who rose to meteoric heights as a young writer in his 20s, becoming a staff writer at The New Republic for three years. Looking for a short cut to fame, Glass concocted sources, quotes and even entire stories, but his deception did not go unnoticed forever, and eventually, his world came crumbling down.

An Education

David Goldman

2009

Despite her sheltered upbringing, Jenny is a teen with a bright future; she's smart, pretty, and has aspirations of attending Oxford University. When David, a charming but much older suitor, motors into her life in a shiny automobile, Jenny gets a taste of adult life that she won't soon forget.

Kinsey

Clyde Martin

2004

Kinsey is a portrait of researcher Alfred Kinsey, driven to uncover the most private secrets of a nation. What begins for Kinsey as a scientific endeavor soon takes on an intensely personal relevance, ultimately becoming an unexpected journey into the mystery of human behavior.

In the Electric Mist

Elrod Sykes

2009

Lt. Dave Robicheaux, a detective in New Iberia, Louisiana, is trying to link the murder of a local hooker to New Orleans mobster Julie (Baby Feet) Balboni, who is co-producer of a Civil War film. At the same time, after Elrod Sykes, the star of the film, reports finding another corpse in the Atchafalaya Swamp near the movie set, Robicheaux starts another investigation, believing the corpse to be the remains of a black man who he saw being murdered 35 years before.

The Salton Sea

Jimmy the Finn

2002

After the murder of his beloved wife, a man in search of redemption is set adrift in a world where nothing is as it seems. On his journey, he befriends slacker Jimmy "The Finn", becomes involved in rescuing his neighbor Colette from her own demons, and gets entangled in a web of deceit full of unexpected twists and turns.

Night Moves

Harmon

2014

The story about three radical environmentalists coming together to execute the most intense protest of their lives: the explosion of a hydroelectric dam.

Produkce

Lovelace

Executive Producer

2013

Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.