Justin Theroux

Born:August 10, 1971

Place of Birth:Washington, D.C., USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Justin Theroux, born on August 10, 1971, is a versatile American actor and filmmaker known for his captivating performances on both the big and small screens. With a career spanning over two decades, Theroux has showcased his talent in a diverse range of roles that have left a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

One of Theroux's notable collaborations was with acclaimed director David Lynch in films like "Mulholland Drive" (2001) and "Inland Empire" (2006), where he demonstrated his ability to embody complex and enigmatic characters with depth and nuance. His on-screen presence in movies such as "American Psycho" (2000) and "The Girl on the Train" (2016) further solidified his reputation as a skilled actor capable of tackling various genres with ease.

In addition to his acting prowess, Theroux has also made significant contributions behind the scenes as a screenwriter and director. His work on projects like "Tropic Thunder" (2008) and "Iron Man 2" (2010) showcased his creative vision and storytelling abilities, earning him recognition for his multifaceted talents in the entertainment industry.

One of Theroux's most celebrated roles was as Kevin Garvey in the HBO series "The Leftovers" (2014–2017), where he delivered a powerful and emotionally resonant performance that garnered critical acclaim and accolades. His portrayal of complex characters like Dr. James Mantleray in the Netflix miniseries "Maniac" (2018) further highlighted his range as an actor capable of navigating both drama and comedy with finesse.

In recent years, Theroux has continued to captivate audiences with his compelling performances, including his role as Allie Fox in the Apple TV+ adaptation of "The Mosquito Coast" (2021–2023) and his appearance in the HBO miniseries "White House Plumbers" (2023). Through his dedication to his craft and his ability to bring authenticity to every character he portrays, Theroux has established himself as a respected and versatile talent in the entertainment industry.

Off-screen, Theroux's passion for storytelling and his commitment to his craft shine through in his work, reflecting his deep love for the art of filmmaking and acting. With a career marked by memorable performances and creative endeavors, Justin Theroux continues to leave a lasting impression on audiences and peers alike, solidifying his status as a dynamic force in the world of entertainment.

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Filmography

Acting

Joker

Ethan Chase (uncredited)

2019

During the 1980s, a failed stand-up comedian is driven insane and turns to a life of crime and chaos in Gotham City while becoming an infamous psychopathic crime figure.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Master Codebreaker

2017

Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Rory

2024

After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Betelgeuse, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.

American Psycho

Timothy Bryce

2000

A wealthy New York investment banking executive hides his alternate psychopathic ego from his co-workers and friends as he escalates deeper into his illogical, gratuitous fantasies.

Megamind

Megaminds's Father (voice)

2010

After Megamind, a highly intelligent alien supervillain, defeats his long-time nemesis Metro Man, Megamind creates a new hero to fight, but must act to save the city when his "creation" becomes an even worse villain than he was.

Bumblebee

Dropkick (voice)

2018

On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. Charlie, on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken. When Charlie revives him, she quickly learns this is no ordinary yellow VW bug.

Mulholland Drive

Adam

2001

Blonde Betty Elms has only just arrived in Hollywood to become a movie star when she meets an enigmatic brunette with amnesia. Meanwhile, as the two set off to solve the second woman's identity, filmmaker Adam Kesher runs into ominous trouble while casting his latest project.

Tropic Thunder

UH-1 Huey Gunner (uncredited)

2008

A group of self-absorbed actors set out to make the most expensive war film ever. After ballooning costs force the studio to cancel the movie, the frustrated director refuses to stop shooting, leading his cast into the jungles of Southeast Asia, where they encounter real bad guys.

The Girl on the Train

Tom Watson

2016

Rachel Watson, devastated by her recent divorce, spends her daily commute fantasizing about the seemingly perfect couple who live in a house that her train passes every day, until one morning she sees something shocking happen there and becomes entangled in the mystery that unfolds.

Zoolander

Evil DJ

2001

Clear the runway for Derek Zoolander, VH1's three-time male model of the year. His face falls when hippie-chic Hansel scooters in to steal this year's award. The evil fashion guru Mugatu seizes the opportunity to turn Derek into a killing machine. It's a well-designed conspiracy and only with the help of Hansel and a few well-chosen accessories like Matilda can Derek make the world safe for male models everywhere.

Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle

Seamus O'Grady

2003

The Angels are charged with finding a pair of missing rings that are encoded with the personal information of members of the Witness Protection Program. As informants are killed, the ladies target a rogue agent who might be responsible.

The Lego Ninjago Movie

Garmadon (voice)

2017

Six young ninjas are tasked with defending their island home of Ninjago. By night, they’re gifted warriors using their skill and awesome fleet of vehicles to fight villains and monsters. By day, they’re ordinary teens struggling against their greatest enemy....high school.

Miami Vice

Det. Larry Zito

2006

A case involving drug lords and murder in South Florida takes a personal turn for undercover detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs. Unorthodox Crockett gets involved romantically with the Chinese-Cuban wife of a trafficker of arms and drugs, while Tubbs deals with an assault on those he loves.

The Spy Who Dumped Me

Drew

2018

A couple of thirtysomething best friends unwittingly become entangled in an international conspiracy when one’s ex-boyfriend shows up at their apartment with a team of deadly assassins on his trail.

Zoolander 2

Evil DJ

2016

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.

Lady and the Tramp

Tramp (voice)

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.

Duplex

Coop

2003

When a young couple buys their dream home, they have no idea what the sweet little old lady upstairs is going to put them through!

On the Basis of Sex

Mel Wulf

2018

Young lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg teams with her husband Marty to bring a groundbreaking case before the U.S. Court of Appeals and overturn a century of sex discrimination.

Inland Empire

Devon Berk / Billy Side

2006

As a Hollywood actress begins to adopt the persona of her character in a film, her world becomes nightmarish and surreal.

Wanderlust

Seth

2012

Rattled by sudden unemployment, a Manhattan couple surveys alternative living options, ultimately deciding to experiment with living on a rural commune where free love rules.

Mute

Duck Teddington

2018

A mute man with a violent past is forced to take on the teeming underworld of a near-future Berlin as he searches for his missing girlfriend.

Your Highness

Leezar

2011

A fantasy movie about an arrogant, lazy prince and his more heroic brother who must complete a quest in order to save their father's kingdom.

Mulholland Dr.

Adam

1999

Initially, "Mulholland Dr." was to mark David Lynch's return to television. It is a retooling of a script originally shot as a 94-minute pilot for a TV series (co-written with TV screenwriter Joyce Eliason) for the channel ABC, which had approved the script, but chose not even to air the pilot once it was done in 1999, despite Lynch's labours to cut the project to their liking. It was left in limbo until 18 month later French company Studio Canal Plus (also producer of 'The Straight Story') agreed to pay ABC $7 million for the pilot, and budget a few million more to turn the pilot into a two-hour, 27-minute movie. The cost of the film doubled to $14 million as sets had to be reconstructed and actors recalled.

Romy and Michele's High School Reunion

Cowboy

1997

Two not-too-bright party girls reinvent themselves for their high school reunion. Armed with a borrowed Jaguar, new clothes and the story of their success as the inventors of Post-It notes, Romy and Michele descend on their alma mater, but their façade crumbles quickly.

The Ten

Jesus H. Christ

2007

Ten stories, each inspired by one of the ten commandments.

Production

Iron Man 2

Screenplay

2010

With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, with Pepper Potts and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances – and confront powerful enemies.

Megamind

Creative Consultant

2010

Tropic Thunder

Screenplay

2008

Zoolander 2

Writer

2016

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.

Rock of Ages

Screenplay

2012

A small town girl and a city boy meet on the Sunset Strip, while pursuing their Hollywood dreams.