Bradley Whitford

Born:October 10, 1959

Place of Birth:Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Bradley Whitford, born on October 10, 1959, is an accomplished American actor and producer who has left a lasting impact on both the small and big screens. His portrayal of the sharp and witty White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Josh Lyman, in the iconic NBC series "The West Wing" garnered him critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. Whitford's ability to bring depth and charisma to his characters has solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented performer in the entertainment industry.

Apart from his memorable role in "The West Wing," Whitford has showcased his acting prowess in a variety of projects. From playing the charming Danny Tripp in "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" to embodying the quirky Dan Stark in the Fox series "The Good Guys," he has demonstrated his range as an actor. His compelling performances as Timothy Carter in "The Mentalist" and as the menacing Eric Gordon in "Billy Madison" further highlight his ability to inhabit diverse roles with conviction and skill.

In recent years, Whitford has continued to captivate audiences with his captivating performances on both television and film. His portrayal of the enigmatic Commander Joseph Lawrence in the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale" has earned him widespread praise and accolades, including a well-deserved Primetime Emmy Award. Whitford's dedication to his craft and his nuanced approach to character development have made him a respected figure in the industry.

Not one to be typecast, Whitford has effortlessly transitioned between genres, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Whether he is portraying the complex Dean Armitage in the chilling horror film "Get Out" or bringing President Gray to life in the dystopian science fiction movie "The Darkest Minds," he consistently delivers performances that resonate with audiences. His talent for immersing himself in a wide range of characters sets him apart as a performer of exceptional skill and depth.

In addition to his success on screen, Whitford has also made a mark as a producer, further establishing his influence in the entertainment world. His contributions behind the scenes reflect his passion for storytelling and his commitment to bringing compelling narratives to life. Whitford's dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level have cemented his status as a respected and sought-after actor in the industry.

With a career spanning decades, Bradley Whitford continues to captivate viewers with his engaging performances and his ability to breathe life into every character he portrays. His impressive body of work stands as a testament to his talent and versatility as an actor, earning him accolades and admiration from audiences and critics alike. As he continues to take on challenging roles and push the boundaries of his craft, Whitford remains a prominent figure in the world of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with his remarkable talent and dedication.

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Get Out

Dean Armitage

2017

Chris and his girlfriend Rose go upstate to visit her parents for the weekend. At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a truth that he never could have imagined.

The Darkest Minds

President Gray

2018

After a disease kills 98% of America's children, the surviving 2% develop superpowers and are placed in internment camps. A 16-year-old girl escapes her camp and joins a group of other teens on the run from the government.

Godzilla: King of the Monsters

Dr. Rick Stanton

2019

Follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance.

The Cabin in the Woods

Steve Hadley

2012

A group of teens journey to a remote cabin in the woods where their fate is unknowingly controlled by technicians as part of a worldwide conspiracy where all horror movie clichés are revealed to be part of an elaborate sacrifice ritual.

Scent of a Woman

Randy

1992

Charlie Simms is a student at a private preparatory school who comes from a poor family. To earn the money for his flight home to Gresham, Oregon for Christmas, Charlie takes a job over Thanksgiving looking after retired U.S. Army officer Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade, a cantankerous middle-aged man who lives with his niece and her family.

The Call of the Wild

Judge Miller

2020

Buck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Yukon during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. As the newest rookie on a mail delivery dog sled team—and later its leader—Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime, ultimately finding his true place in the world and becoming his own master.

The Post

Arthur Parsons

2017

A cover-up that spanned four U.S. Presidents pushed the country's first female newspaper publisher and a hard-driving editor to join an unprecedented battle between journalist and government. Inspired by true events.

The Client

Thomas Fink

1994

A street-wise kid, Mark Sway, sees the suicide of Jerome Clifford, a prominent Louisiana lawyer, whose current client is Barry 'The Blade' Muldano, a Mafia hit-man. Before Jerome shoots himself, he tells Mark where the body of a Senator is buried. Clifford shoots himself and Mark is found at the scene, and both the FBI and the Mafia quickly realize that Mark probably knows more than he says.

Awakenings

Dr. Tyler

1990

Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician, uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. Leonard is the first patient to receive the controversial treatment. His awakening, filled with awe and enthusiasm, proves a rebirth for Sayer too, as the exuberant patient reveals life's simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.

Philadelphia

Jamey Collins

1993

Two competing lawyers join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. As their unlikely friendship develops their courage overcomes the prejudice and corruption of their powerful adversaries.

Bicentennial Man

Lloyd

1999

Richard Martin buys a gift, a new NDR-114 robot. The product is named Andrew by the youngest of the family's children. "Bicentennial Man" follows the life and times of Andrew, a robot purchased as a household appliance programmed to perform menial tasks. As Andrew begins to experience emotions and creative thought, the Martin family soon discovers they don't have an ordinary robot.

Presumed Innocent

Jamie Kemp

1990

Rusty Sabich is a deputy prosecutor engaged in an obsessive affair with a coworker who is murdered. Soon after, he's accused of the crime. And his fight to clear his name becomes a whirlpool of lies and hidden passions.

RoboCop 3

Fleck

1993

The mega corporation Omni Consumer Products is still bent on creating their pet project, Delta City, to replace the rotting city of Detroit. Unfortunately, the inhabitants of the area have no intention of abandoning their homes simply for desires of the company. To this end, OCP have decided to force them to leave by employing a ruthless mercenary army to attack and harass them. An underground resistance begins and in this fight, RoboCop must decide where his loyalties lie.

Billy Madison

Eric Gordon

1995

Billy Madison is the 27 year-old son of Bryan Madison, a very rich man who has made his living in the hotel industry. Billy stands to inherit his father's empire, but only if he can make it through all 12 grades, 2 weeks per grade, to prove that he has what it takes to run the family business.

Kate & Leopold

J.J. Camden

2001

When her scientist ex-boyfriend discovers a portal to travel through time -- and brings back a 19th-century nobleman named Leopold to prove it -- a skeptical Kate reluctantly takes responsibility for showing Leopold the 21st century. The more time Kate spends with Leopold, the harder she falls for him. But if he doesn't return to his own time, his absence will forever alter history.

A Perfect World

Bobby Lee

1993

A kidnapped boy strikes up a friendship with his captor: an escaped convict on the run from the law, headed by an honorable U.S. Marshal.

Songbird

William Griffin

2020

During a pandemic lockdown, Nico, a young man with rare immunity, must overcome martial law, murderous vigilantes and a powerful family to reunite with his love, Sara.

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Stephen Sondheim

2021

On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out.

Megan Leavey

Bob

2017

The true story of Marine Corporal Megan Leavey, who forms a powerful bond with an aggressive combat dog, Rex. While deployed in Iraq, the two complete more than 100 missions and save countless lives, until an IED explosion puts their faithfulness to the test.

Young Guns II

Charles Phalen

1990

Three of the original five "young guns" — Billy the Kid, Jose Chavez y Chavez, and Doc Scurlock — return in Young Guns, Part 2, which is the story of Billy the Kid and his race to safety in Old Mexico while being trailed by a group of government agents led by Pat Garrett.

Saving Mr. Banks

Don DaGradi

2013

Author P.L. Travers looks back on her childhood while reluctantly meeting with Walt Disney, who seeks to adapt her Mary Poppins books for the big screen.

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

Al Lowell

2005

Four best friends (Tibby, Lena, Carmen & Bridget) who buy a mysterious pair of pants that fits each of them, despite their differing sizes, and makes whoever wears them feel fabulous. When faced with the prospect of spending their first summer apart, the pals decide they'll swap the pants so that each girl in turn can enjoy the magic.

CBGB

Nicky Grant

2013

A look at New York's dynamic punk rock scene through the lens of the ground-breaking Lower East Side club started by eccentric Hilly Kristal in 1973 which launched thousands of bands.

Rosaline

Adrian Capulet

2022

Left heartbroken after Romeo begins to pursue her cousin Juliet, Rosaline schemes to foil the famous romance and win back her guy in this comedic twist of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

Bottle Shock

Professor Saunders

2008

Paris-based wine expert Steven Spurrier heads to California in search of cheap wine that he can use for a blind taste test in the French capital. Stumbling upon the Napa Valley, the stuck-up Englishman is shocked to discover a winery turning out top-notch chardonnay. Determined to make a name for himself, he sets about getting the booze back to Paris.

My Fellow Americans

Carl Witnaur

1996

They used to run the country. Now they're running for their lives! Two on-the-lam former Presidents of the United States. Framed in a scandal by the current President and pursued by armed agents, the two squabbling political foes plunge into a desperately frantic search for the evidence that will establish their innocence.

Destroyer

DiFranco

2018

When Erin Bell was a young cop, she was given an undercover assignment that ended badly and destroyed her life. Years later, she must face her demons in order to make peace with her past.

The Last Full Measure

Carlton Stanton

2020

The incredible true story of Vietnam War hero William H. Pitsenbarger, a U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen medic who personally saved over sixty men. Thirty-two years later, Pentagon staffer Scott Huffman investigates a Congressional Medal of Honor request for Pitsenbarger and uncovers a high-level conspiracy behind the decades-long denial of the medal, prompting Huffman to put his own career on the line to seek justice for the fallen airman.

Little Manhattan

Adam

2005

Ten-year-old Gabe was just a normal kid growing up in Manhattan until Rosemary Telesco walked into his life, actually into his karate class. But before Gabe can tell Rosemary how he feels, she tells him she will not be going to public school any more. Gabe has a lot more to learn about life, love, and girls.

Marvel One-Shot: Agent Carter

John Flynn

2013

The film takes place one year after the events of Captain America: The First Avenger, in which Agent Carter, a member of the Strategic Scientific Reserve, is in search of the mysterious Zodiac.

How It Ends

Kenny

2021

Liza scores an invite to one last wild party before the world ends. But making it there won't be easy, as her car has been stolen, and the clock is ticking on her plan to tie up loose ends with friends and family. Accompanied by her younger self, Liza embarks on a hilarious journey across Los Angeles, running into an eclectic cast of characters.

I'll Be Right There

Henry

2024

Wanda wants to take care of everyone in her life. She barely has time for herself, not that she would know what to do with it anyway.

The Muse

Hal

1999

With his career on the skids, a Hollywood screenwriter enlists the aid of a modern-day muse, who proves to test his patience.