Rex Linn

Born:November 13, 1956

Place of Birth:Spearman, Texas, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Rex Linn, born on November 13, 1956, is a seasoned American actor with a remarkable career in both film and television. While he has appeared in a variety of roles throughout his acting journey, he is widely recognized for his portrayal of Frank Tripp in the popular television series, CSI: Miami. Linn's on-screen presence is commanding, often bringing a sense of gravitas to the characters he embodies.

Beyond his role in CSI: Miami, Linn has showcased his versatility as an actor by taking on a range of diverse characters in both television and film. His ability to immerse himself in different roles has earned him a reputation as a reliable and talented performer in the entertainment industry. With his distinctive voice and strong on-screen charisma, Linn has left a lasting impression on audiences.

Throughout his career, Linn has worked alongside some of the industry's biggest names, proving himself to be a valuable asset to any production he is a part of. His dedication to his craft and his commitment to bringing authenticity to his characters have garnered him respect from his peers and fans alike. Linn's work ethic and professionalism have solidified his status as a sought-after actor in Hollywood.

In addition to his work on television, Linn has also made a mark in the world of film, appearing in various movies that have showcased his range as an actor. Whether he is playing a tough law enforcement officer or a complex supporting character, Linn brings a level of depth and nuance to his performances that captivates audiences and elevates the projects he is involved in.

Off-screen, Linn is known for his down-to-earth personality and his dedication to his craft. He approaches each role with a sense of passion and commitment, always striving to deliver his best work. His professionalism and easygoing nature have made him a favorite among colleagues and collaborators in the entertainment industry.

As an actor, Linn continues to challenge himself with new and exciting projects, constantly pushing the boundaries of his abilities and exploring different facets of his talent. His willingness to take on diverse roles and his ability to bring depth to each character he portrays have cemented his reputation as a versatile and skilled performer.

With a career spanning several decades, Rex Linn has established himself as a respected and accomplished actor in the world of entertainment. His contributions to both television and film have left an indelible mark on the industry, and his work continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the world. As he continues to take on new challenges and showcase his talent, there is no doubt that Rex Linn's legacy in Hollywood will endure for years to come.

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Filmography

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Django Unchained

Tennessee Harry

2012

With the help of a German bounty hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mississippi plantation owner.

Rush Hour

Agent Whitney

1998

When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves.

A Million Ways to Die in the West

Sheriff / Narrator

2014

As a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage to the test when her husband, a notorious gun-slinger, announces his arrival.

Blast from the Past

Dave

1999

Following a bomb scare in the 1960s that locked the Webers into their bomb shelter for 35 years, Adam now ventures forth into Los Angeles to obtain food and supplies for his family, and a non-mutant wife for himself.

Cheaper by the Dozen

Coach Bricker

2003

The Baker brood moves to Chicago after patriarch Tom gets a job coaching football at Northwestern University, forcing his writer wife, Mary, and the couple's 12 children to make a major adjustment. The transition works well until work demands pull the parents away from home, leaving the kids bored -- and increasingly mischievous.

Cliffhanger

Richard Travers

1993

A year after losing his friend in a tragic 4,000-foot fall, former ranger Gabe Walker and his partner, Hal, are called to return to the same peak to rescue a group of stranded climbers, only to learn the climbers are actually thieving hijackers who are looking for boxes full of money.

Sniper

Colonel (uncredited)

1993

Tough guy Thomas Beckett is an US soldier working in the Panamanian jungle. His job is to seek out rebels and remove them using his sniper skills. Beckett is notorious for losing his partners on such missions. This time he's accompanied by crack marksman Richard Miller.

Breakdown

Sheriff Boyd

1997

On their cross-country drive, a married couple, Jeff and Amy Taylor, experience car trouble after their SUV breaks down. Stranded in the New Mexico desert, the two catch a break when a passing truck driver offers Amy a ride to a nearby café to call for help. Meanwhile, Jeff is able to fix the car and make his way to the café, but Amy isn't there. He tracks down the trucker -- who tells the police he's never seen Jeff or his wife before. Jeff then begins a desperate, frenzied search for Amy.

Under the Silver Lake

Manager

2018

Young and disenchanted Sam meets a mysterious and beautiful woman who's swimming in his building's pool one night. When she suddenly vanishes the next morning, Sam embarks on a surreal quest across Los Angeles to decode the secret behind her disappearance, leading him into the murkiest depths of mystery, scandal and conspiracy.

Clear and Present Danger

Washington Detective

1994

Agent Jack Ryan becomes acting Deputy Director of Intelligence for the CIA when Admiral Greer is diagnosed with cancer. When an American businessman, and friend of the president, is murdered on his yacht, Ryan starts discovering links between the man and drug dealers. As former CIA agent John Clark is sent to Colombia to kill drug cartel kingpins in retaliation, Ryan must fight through multiple cover-ups to figure out what happened and who's responsible.

Wyatt Earp

Frank McLaury

1994

From Wichita to Dodge City, to the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Wyatt Earp is taught that nothing matters more than family and the law. Joined by his brothers and Doc Holliday, Earp wages war on the dreaded Clanton and McLaury gangs.

Drop Zone

Bobby

1994

A daring prison break from an airliner at 30,000 feet leaves U.S. Marshal Pete Nessip mourning a brother and gunning for revenge. After being ordered to turn in his badge, he seeks out Jessie Crossman, a noted skydiver, and offers to sponsor her crew for the annual Independence Day parachuting show in Washington, D.C., if she trains him. Meanwhile, the mastermind behind the mid-air jailbreak is planning a daring computer theft on Independence Day.

The Postman

Mercer

1997

In 2013, there are no highways, no I-ways, no dreams of a better tomorrow, only scattered survivors across what was once the United States. Into this apocalyptic wasteland comes an enigmatic drifter with a mule, a knack for Shakespeare, and something yet undiscovered: the power to inspire hope.

Cutthroat Island

Mr. Blair

1995

Morgan Adams and her slave, William Shaw, are on a quest to recover the three portions of a treasure map. Unfortunately, the final portion is held by her murderous uncle, Dawg. Her crew is skeptical of her leadership abilities, so she must complete her quest before they mutiny against her. This is made yet more difficult by the efforts of the British crown to end her pirate raids.

The Long Kiss Goodnight

Man in Bed

1996

Samantha Caine is a small-town schoolteacher and mom with no memory of her life before washing up on a beach eight years ago. After a car accident and a violent home invasion trigger flashes of her past, she discovers she used to be a deadly CIA assassin. Teaming up with a wisecracking private investigator, Mitch, she uncovers a secret government plot to stage a terrorist attack in Niagara Falls. When her daughter is kidnapped, Samantha must return to her old ways to stop the attack, rescue her child, and take down the people who tried to erase her.

Ghosts of Mars

Yared

2001

In 2176, a Martian police unit is sent to pick up a highly dangerous criminal at a remote mining post. Upon arrival, the cops find the post deserted and something far more dangerous than any criminal — the original inhabitants of Mars, hellbent on getting their planet back.

The Hunted

Powell

2003

In the wilderness of British Columbia, two hunters are tracked and viciously murdered by Aaron Hallam. A former Special Operations instructor is approached and asked to apprehend Hallam—his former student—who has 'gone rogue' after suffering severe battle stress from his time in Kosovo.

Zombeavers

Smythe

2014

College friends find their weekend of sex and debauchery ruined when deadly zombie beavers swarm their riverside cabin.

Tin Cup

Dewey

1996

A washed up golf pro working at a driving range tries to qualify for the US Open in order to win the heart of his succesful rival's girlfriend.

Appaloosa

Clyde Stringer

2008

Two friends hired to police a small town that is suffering under the rule of a rancher find their job complicated by the arrival of a young widow.

The Salton Sea

Detective Bookman

2002

After the murder of his beloved wife, a man in search of redemption is set adrift in a world where nothing is as it seems. On his journey, he befriends slacker Jimmy "The Finn", becomes involved in rescuing his neighbor Colette from her own demons, and gets entangled in a web of deceit full of unexpected twists and turns.

Atlas Shrugged: Part II

Kip Chalmers

2012

Railroad owner Dagny Taggart and steel mogul Henry Rearden search desperately for the inventor of a revolutionary motor as the U.S. government continues to spread its control over the national economy.