Denis Leary

Born:18. august 1957

Place of Birth:Worcester, Massachusetts, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Denis Leary, born on August 18, 1957, is a multi-talented American actor, comedian, writer, director, and film producer. Known for his sharp wit and rapid-fire comedic delivery, Leary has carved out a niche for himself in the entertainment industry with his unique style and undeniable charisma.

One of Leary's most notable accomplishments is his role as the star and co-creator of the critically acclaimed television show "Rescue Me." This series, which concluded its seventh and final season on September 7, 2011, showcased Leary's versatility as both an actor and a creative force behind the camera.

In addition to his television work, Leary has also made a significant impact in the world of film. His portrayal of Captain George Stacy in Marc Webb's 2012 movie "The Amazing Spider-Man" was met with praise from both critics and audiences alike, further solidifying his status as a talented and versatile actor.

Not content to be confined to one genre, Leary has also lent his voice to the animated "Ice Age" series, where he brought the character of Diego to life with his trademark humor and charm. This foray into voice acting showcases Leary's ability to captivate audiences of all ages with his dynamic performances.

Beyond his on-screen work, Leary has also made a name for himself as a writer and director, demonstrating his creative range and passion for storytelling. His diverse skill set and unwavering dedication to his craft have earned him a reputation as a true powerhouse in the entertainment industry.

With a career spanning decades, Denis Leary continues to captivate audiences with his magnetic on-screen presence and razor-sharp comedic timing. His contributions to both television and film have left an indelible mark on popular culture, solidifying his legacy as a true icon in the world of entertainment.

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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Captain Stacy (archive footage)

2023

After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most.

Ice Age

Diego (voice)

2002

With the impending ice age almost upon them, a mismatched trio of prehistoric critters – Manny the woolly mammoth, Diego the saber-toothed tiger and Sid the giant sloth – find an orphaned infant and decide to return it to its human parents. Along the way, the unlikely allies become friends but, when enemies attack, their quest takes on far nobler aims.

A Bug's Life

Francis (voice)

1998

On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.

The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Captain Stacy (uncredited)

2014

For Peter Parker, life is busy. Between taking out the bad guys as Spider-Man and spending time with the person he loves, Gwen Stacy, high school graduation cannot come quickly enough. Peter has not forgotten about the promise he made to Gwen’s father to protect her by staying away, but that is a promise he cannot keep. Things will change for Peter when a new villain, Electro, emerges, an old friend, Harry Osborn, returns, and Peter uncovers new clues about his past.

The Amazing Spider-Man

Captain Stacy

2012

Peter Parker is an outcast high schooler abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to his father, he begins a quest to understand his parents' disappearance – leading him directly to Oscorp and the lab of Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner. As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors' alter ego, The Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero.

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Diego (voice)

2009

Times are changing for Manny the moody mammoth, Sid the motor mouthed sloth and Diego the crafty saber-toothed tiger. Life heats up for our heroes when they meet some new and none-too-friendly neighbors – the mighty dinosaurs.

Ice Age: Continental Drift

Diego (voice)

2012

Manny, Diego, and Sid embark upon another adventure after their continent is set adrift. Using an iceberg as a ship, they encounter sea creatures and battle pirates as they explore a new world.

Ice Age: The Meltdown

Diego (voice)

2006

Diego, Manny and Sid return in this sequel to the hit animated movie Ice Age. This time around, the deep freeze is over, and the ice-covered earth is starting to melt, which will destroy the trio's cherished valley. The impending disaster prompts them to reunite and warn all the other beasts about the desperate situation.

Demolition Man

Edgar Friendly

1993

In 1996, brash L.A. detective John Spartan and maniac killer Simon Phoenix are both sentenced to decades in a cryogenic prison as punishment for a rescue mission gone wrong. When Phoenix escapes 36 years later to wreak havoc on the future, Spartan is awakened to capture his nemesis the old-fashioned way.

The Thomas Crown Affair

Det. Michael McCann

1999

Bored billionaire executive Thomas Crown entertains himself by stealing a Monet from a reputed museum with an elaborate diversion. When Catherine Banning, the insurance company's investigator, takes an interest in Crown, he may have met his match, and a complicated back-and-forth game with seductive undertones begins between them.

Ice Age: Collision Course

Diego (voice)

2016

Set after the events of Continental Drift, Scrat's epic pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults him outside of Earth, where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the planet. To save themselves from peril, Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the herd leave their home and embark on a quest full of thrills and spills, highs and lows, laughter and adventure while traveling to exotic new lands and locations.

The Sandlot

Bill

1993

During a summer of friendship and adventure, one boy becomes a part of the gang, nine boys become a team and their leader becomes a legend by confronting the terrifying mystery beyond the right field wall.

Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade

Diego (voice)

2016

A harried prehistoric bird mother entrusts her precious, soon-to-hatch egg to Sid. When she recommends him to her neighbours, business booms at his new egg-sitting service. However, dastardly pirate bunny, Squint, who is seeking revenge on the herd, steals, camouflages and hides all the eggs. Once again, with Squint’s twin brother assisting, Manny, Diego and the rest of the gang come to the rescue and take off on a daring mission that turns into the world’s first Easter egg hunt.

Wag the Dog

Fad King

1997

During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.

Draft Day

Vince Penn

2014

At the NFL Draft, general manager Sonny Weaver has the opportunity to rebuild his team when he trades for the number one pick. He must decide what he's willing to sacrifice on a life-changing day for a few hundred young men with NFL dreams.

National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1

Mike McCracken

1993

An LA detective is murdered because she has microfilm with the recipe to make cocaine cookies. Two cops partner to find and stop the fiends before they can dope the nation by distributing their wares via the 'Wilderness Girls' cookie drive.

Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way Home

Self (archive footage)

2022

JB Smoove and Martin Starr host a celebration of 20 years of "Spider-Man" movies, from the Sam Raimi trilogy to Marc Webb's movies and the trio from Jon Watts.

Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas

Diego (voice)

2011

When Sid accidentally destroys Manny's heirloom Christmas rock and ends up on Santa's naughty list, he leads a hilarious quest to the North Pole to make things right and ends up making things much worse. Now it's up to Manny and his prehistoric posse to band together and save Christmas for the entire world!

True Crime

Bob Findley

1999

Boozer, skirt chaser, careless father. You could create your own list of reporter Steve Everett's faults but there's no time. A San Quentin Death Row prisoner is slated to die at midnight – a man Everett has suddenly realized is innocent.

The Ref

Gus

1994

A cat burglar is forced to take a bickering, dysfunctional family hostage on Christmas Eve.

Produktion

Blow

Producer

2001

A boy named George Jung grows up in a struggling family in the 1950's. His mother nags at her husband as he is trying to make a living for the family. It is finally revealed that George's father cannot make a living and the family goes bankrupt. George does not want the same thing to happen to him, and his friend Tuna, in the 1960's, suggests that he deal marijuana. He is a big hit in California in the 1960's, yet he goes to jail, where he finds out about the wonders of cocaine. As a result, when released, he gets rich by bringing cocaine to America. However, he soon pays the price.