Josh Brolin

Born:February 12, 1968

Place of Birth:Santa Monica, Los Angeles, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Josh Brolin, born on February 12, 1968, in Santa Monica, California, comes from a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. As the son of actor James Brolin, it seemed almost inevitable that Josh would find his calling in acting. His career took off at a young age when he starred in the beloved adventure film "The Goonies" in 1985, capturing the hearts of audiences with his charismatic performance.

Despite facing some career setbacks, Brolin experienced a remarkable resurgence with his compelling portrayal in the crime thriller "No Country for Old Men" in 2007. This role not only showcased his versatility as an actor but also earned him critical acclaim, setting the stage for a series of impressive performances in the years to come.

Brolin's filmography is a testament to his range and talent, with notable roles in a diverse array of films such as "W.," "True Grit," "Men in Black 3," and "Hail, Caesar!" His portrayal of the complex character Dan White in the biopic "Milk" in 2008 further solidified his reputation as a skilled actor, earning him a nomination for the prestigious Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

One of Brolin's most iconic roles came in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he brought the formidable villain Thanos to life in "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame." His commanding presence and nuanced performance as Thanos captivated audiences worldwide, establishing him as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of superhero films.

In addition to his work in the MCU, Brolin has collaborated with acclaimed filmmakers such as Denis Villeneuve, delivering standout performances in films like "Sicario" and "Dune." His role as Gurney Halleck in the epic sci-fi saga "Dune" further showcased his ability to inhabit complex and compelling characters, solidifying his status as a versatile and respected actor in the industry.

With a career spanning decades and a diverse range of roles under his belt, Josh Brolin continues to captivate audiences with his talent, dedication, and magnetic on-screen presence. Whether portraying a ruthless villain, a troubled lawman, or a seasoned warrior, Brolin's performances consistently leave a lasting impression, making him a true powerhouse in the world of cinema.

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Filmography

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Avengers: Infinity War

Thanos

2018

As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is to collect all six Infinity Stones, artifacts of unimaginable power, and use them to inflict his twisted will on all of reality. Everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment - the fate of Earth and existence itself has never been more uncertain.

Dune: Part Two

Gurney Halleck

2024

Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.

Dune

Gurney Halleck

2021

Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

Avengers: Endgame

Thanos

2019

After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the universe once and for all, no matter what consequences may be in store.

Deadpool 2

Cable

2018

Wisecracking mercenary Deadpool battles the evil and powerful Cable and other bad guys to save a boy's life.

Avengers: Age of Ultron

Thanos (uncredited)

2015

When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.

No Country for Old Men

Llewelyn Moss

2007

Llewelyn Moss stumbles upon dead bodies, $2 million and a hoard of heroin in a Texas desert, but methodical killer Anton Chigurh comes looking for it, with local sheriff Ed Tom Bell hot on his trail. The roles of prey and predator blur as the violent pursuit of money and justice collide.

Sicario

Matt Graver

2015

An idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico.

Guardians of the Galaxy

Thanos (uncredited)

2014

Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Matt Graver

2018

Agent Matt Graver teams up with operative Alejandro Gillick to prevent Mexican drug cartels from smuggling terrorists across the United States border.

Brothers

Moke Munger

2024

A reformed criminal's attempt at going straight is derailed when he reunites with his sanity-testing twin brother on a road trip for the score of a lifetime. Dodging bullets, the law, and an overbearing mother along the way, they must heal their severed family bond before they end up killing each other.

The Goonies

Brand Walsh

1985

Young teenager Mikey Walsh finds an old treasure map in his father's attic. Hoping to save their homes from demolition, Mikey and his friends Data, Chunk, and Mouth set off on a quest to find the secret stash of Pirate One-Eyed Willie.

American Gangster

Detective Trupo

2007

Following the death of his employer and mentor, Bumpy Johnson, Frank Lucas establishes himself as the number one importer of heroin in the Harlem district of Manhattan. He does so by buying heroin directly from the source in South East Asia and he comes up with a unique way of importing the drugs into the United States. Partly based on a true story.

Men in Black 3

Young Agent K

2012

Agents J and K are back...in time. J has seen some inexplicable things in his 15 years with the Men in Black, but nothing, not even aliens, perplexes him as much as his wry, reticent partner. But when K's life and the fate of the planet are put at stake, Agent J will have to travel back in time to put things right. J discovers that there are secrets to the universe that K never told him - secrets that will reveal themselves as he teams up with the young Agent K to save his partner, the agency, and the future of humankind.

True Grit

Tom Chaney

2010

Following the murder of her father by a hired hand, a 14-year-old farm girl sets out to capture the killer. To aid her, she hires the toughest U.S. Marshal she can find—a man with 'true grit'—Reuben J. 'Rooster' Cogburn.

Everest

Beck Weathers

2015

Inspired by the incredible events surrounding a treacherous attempt to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain, "Everest" documents the awe-inspiring journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their limits by one of the fiercest snowstorms ever encountered by mankind. Their mettle tested by the harshest of elements found on the planet, the climbers will face nearly impossible obstacles as a lifelong obsession becomes a breathtaking struggle for survival.

Only the Brave

Eric Marsh

2017

Members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots battle deadly wildfires to save an Arizona town.

Sin City: A Dame to Kill For

Dwight

2014

Some of Sin City's most hard-boiled citizens cross paths with a few of its more reviled inhabitants.

Oldboy

Joe Doucett

2013

A man has only three and a half days and limited resources to discover why he was imprisoned in a nondescript room for 20 years without any explanation.

Inherent Vice

Lt. Det. Christian F. "Bigfoot" Bjornsen

2014

In Los Angeles at the turn of the 1970s, drug-fueled detective Larry "Doc" Sportello investigates the disappearance of an ex-girlfriend.

Hollow Man

Matthew Kensington

2000

Cocky researcher Sebastian Caine is working on a project to make living creatures invisible. Determined to achieve the ultimate breakthrough, Caine pushes his team to move to the next phase — using himself as the subject. The test is a success, but when the process can't be reversed and Caine seems doomed to future without flesh, he starts to turn increasingly dangerous.

Into the Blue

Bates

2005

When they take some friends on an extreme sport adventure, the last thing Jared and Sam expect to see below the shark-infested waters is a legendary pirate ship rumored to contain millions of dollars in gold. But their good fortune is short-lived, as a ruthless gang of criminals gets word of what they have uncovered.

Labor Day

Frank

2013

Two two strangers are drawn together under incredible circumstances. What starts as an unforeseen encounter over a long holiday weekend soon becomes a second chance love story.

Planet Terror

Dr. William Block

2007

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.

Jonah Hex

2010

Gunslinger Jonah Hex is appointed by President Ulysses Grant to track down terrorist Quentin Turnbull, a former Confederate officer determined on unleashing hell on earth. Jonah not only secures freedom by accepting this task, he also gets revenge on the man who slayed his wife and child.

Gangster Squad

John O'Mara

2013

Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and — if he has his way — every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his control. It’s enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop… except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O’Mara and Jerry Wooters who come together to try to tear Cohen’s world apart.

Hail, Caesar!

Eddie Mannix

2016

When a Hollywood star mysteriously disappears in the middle of filming, the studio sends their fixer to get him back.

Mimic

Josh

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.

Once Upon a Deadpool

Cable

2018

A kidnapped Fred Savage is forced to endure Deadpool's PG-13 rendition of Deadpool 2, as a Princess Bride-esque story that's full of magic, wonder, and zero Fs.

Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps

Bretton James

2010

As the global economy teeters on the brink of disaster, a young Wall Street trader partners with disgraced former Wall Street corporate raider Gordon Gekko on a two tiered mission: To alert the financial community to the coming doom, and to find out who was responsible for the death of the young trader's mentor.

Milk

Dan White

2008

The true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man ever elected to public office. In San Francisco in the late 1970s, Harvey Milk becomes an activist for gay rights and inspires others to join him in his fight for equal rights that should be available to all Americans.

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.

Flirting with Disaster

Tony Kent

1996

Adopted as a child, new father Mel Colpin decides he cannot name his son until he knows his birth parents, and determines to make a cross-country quest to find them. Accompanied by his wife, Nancy, and an inept yet gorgeous adoption agent, Tina, he departs on an epic road trip that quickly devolves into a farce of mistaken identities, wrong turns, and overzealous and love-struck ATF agents.

Melinda and Melinda

Greg

2004

While dining out with friends, Sy suggests the difficulty of separating comedy from tragedy. To illustrate his point, he tells his guests two parallel stories about Melinda ; both versions have the same basic elements, but one take on her state of affairs leans toward levity, while the other is full of anguish. Each story involves Melinda coping with a recent divorce through substance abuse while beginning a romantic relationship with a close friend's husband.