F. Murray Abraham

Born:October 24, 1939

Place of Birth:Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

F. Murray Abraham, born Murray Abraham on October 24, 1939, is an American actor known for his remarkable performances on both stage and screen. His portrayal of Antonio Salieri in the drama film "Amadeus" (1984) catapulted him to fame, earning him an Academy Award for Best Actor, a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama, and a BAFTA Award nomination.

Abraham's illustrious career began on Broadway in 1968 with his debut in the play "Man in the Glass Booth." Throughout the years, he showcased his talent in various productions, including receiving the Obie Award for Outstanding Performance for his roles in Anton Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" (1984) and William Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" (2011). His return to Broadway in Terrence McNally's comedy "It's Only a Play" (2014) earned him a Drama Desk Award nomination.

In addition to his stage work, Abraham has left a lasting impact on the film industry with his diverse roles in movies such as "All the President's Men" (1976), "The Name of the Rose" (1986), "Inside Llewyn Davis" (2013), and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" (2014). His versatility as an actor is evident in his ability to seamlessly transition between leading and supporting roles, showcasing his range and depth as a performer.

Beyond his work in film and theater, Abraham has also made a mark on television. His appearances on the Showtime drama series "Homeland" (2012–2018) garnered him two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series. He continued to showcase his talent on the small screen with roles in "Mythic Quest" (2020–2021), "Moon Knight" (2022), and "The White Lotus" (2022), the latter earning him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series.

With a career spanning decades, F. Murray Abraham has solidified his status as a respected and accomplished actor in the entertainment industry. His dedication to his craft and ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Abraham's contributions to both stage and screen have left an indelible mark on the world of acting, cementing his legacy as a true talent in the field.

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Scarface

Omar

1983

After getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyone who stands in his way, Tony eventually becomes the biggest drug lord in the state, controlling nearly all the cocaine that comes through Miami. But increased pressure from the police, wars with Colombian drug cartels and his own drug-fueled paranoia serve to fuel the flames of his eventual downfall.

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

Grimmel (voice)

2019

As Hiccup fulfills his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless’ discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. When danger mounts at home and Hiccup’s reign as village chief is tested, both dragon and rider must make impossible decisions to save their kind.

The Grand Budapest Hotel

Mr. Moustafa

2014

The Grand Budapest Hotel tells of a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars and his friendship with a young employee who becomes his trusted protégé. The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting, the battle for an enormous family fortune and the slow and then sudden upheavals that transformed Europe during the first half of the 20th century.

Amadeus

Antonio Salieri

1984

Disciplined Italian composer Antonio Salieri becomes consumed by jealousy and resentment towards the hedonistic and remarkably talented young Viennese composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Robin Hood

Cardinal

2018

A war-hardened Crusader and his Moorish commander mount an audacious revolt against the corrupt English crown.

Isle of Dogs

Jupiter (voice)

2018

In the future, an outbreak of canine flu leads the mayor of a Japanese city to banish all dogs to an island used as a garbage dump. The outcasts must soon embark on an epic journey when a 12-year-old boy arrives on the island to find his beloved pet.

Thir13en Ghosts

Cyrus Kriticos

2001

Arthur and his two children inherit his uncle's estate: a glass house that serves as a prison to twelve ghosts. When the family, accompanied by a nanny and an attorney, enter the house they find themselves trapped inside an evil machine 'designed by the Devil and powered by the dead' to open the Eye of Hell. Aided by a ghost hunter and his rival, a ghost rights activist out to set the ghosts free, the group must do what they can to get out of the house alive.

Serpico

Detective Partner (uncredited)

1973

New York cop Frank Serpico blows the whistle on the rampant corruption in the force only to have his comrades turn against him.

The Name of the Rose

Bernardo Gui

1986

14th-century Franciscan monk William of Baskerville and his young novice arrive at a conference to find that several monks have been murdered under mysterious circumstances. To solve the crimes, William must rise up against the Church's authority and fight the shadowy conspiracy of monastery monks using only his intelligence; which is considerable.

Last Action Hero

John Practice

1993

After his father's death, a young boy finds solace in action movies featuring an indestructible cop. Given a magic ticket by a theater manager, he is transported into the film and teams up with the cop to stop a villain who escapes into the real world.

Star Trek: Insurrection

Ad'har Ru'afo

1998

When an alien race and factions within Starfleet attempt to take over a planet that has "regenerative" properties, it falls upon Captain Picard and the crew of the Enterprise to defend the planet's people as well as the very ideals upon which the Federation itself was founded.

All the President's Men

Arresting Officer #1

1976

During the 1972 elections, two reporters' investigation sheds light on the controversial Watergate scandal that compels President Nixon to resign from his post.

Dead Man Down

Gregor

2013

In New York City, a crime lord's right-hand man is seduced by a woman seeking retribution.

Mimic

Dr. Gates

1997

A disease carried by common cockroaches is killing Manhattan children. In an effort to stop the epidemic an entomologist, Susan Tyler, creates a mutant breed of insect that secretes a fluid to kill the roaches. This mutant breed was engineered to die after one generation, but three years later Susan finds out that the species has survived and evolved into a large, gruesome monster that can mimic human form.

Lady and the Tramp

Tony

2019

The love story between a pampered Cocker Spaniel named Lady and a streetwise mongrel named Tramp. Lady finds herself out on the street after her owners have a baby and is saved from a pack by Tramp, who tries to show her to live her life footloose and collar-free.

Finding Forrester

Robert Crawford

2000

Gus Van Sant tells the story of a young African American man named Jamal who confronts his talents while living on the streets of the Bronx. He accidentally runs into an old writer named Forrester who discovers his passion for writing. With help from his new mentor Jamal receives a scholarship to a private school.

The Magic Flute

Dr. Longbow

2022

A seventeen year old travels from London to the Austrian Alps to attend the legendary Mozart boarding school. There, he discovers a centuries-old forgotten passageway into the fantastic world of Mozart's "The Magic Flute".

Things Heard & Seen

Floyd DeBeers

2021

Catherine Clare reluctantly trades life in 1980 Manhattan for a remote home in the tiny hamlet of Chosen, New York, after her husband George lands a job teaching art history at a small Hudson Valley college. Even as she does her best to transform the old dairy farm into a place where young daughter Franny will be happy, Catherine increasingly finds herself isolated and alone. She soon comes to sense a sinister darkness lurking both in the walls of the ramshackle property—and in her marriage to George.

The Bonfire of the Vanities

D.A. Abe Weiss (uncredited)

1990

After his mistress runs over a black teen, a Wall Street hotshot sees his life unravel in the spotlight; A down-and-out reporter breaks the story and opportunists clamber to use it to their advantage.

National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1

Harold Leacher

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.

Muppets from Space

Noah

1999

When Gonzo's breakfast cereal tells him that he's the descendant of aliens from another planet, his attempts at extraterrestrial communication get him kidnapped by a secret government agency, prompting the Muppets to spring into action. It's hard to believe Gonzo's story at first, but Kermit and friends soon find themselves on an epic journey into outer space filled with plenty of intergalactic misadventures.