Matt Dillon

Born:February 18, 1964

Place of Birth:New Rochelle, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Matthew Raymond Dillon, known to the world as Matt Dillon, is a multi-talented American actor and filmmaker. Born on February 18, 1964, Dillon's journey in the entertainment industry began in the late 1970s. He quickly captured the hearts of audiences and became a teenage idol in the 1980s with his charismatic on-screen presence.

Dillon's early career saw him making a remarkable feature film debut in "Over the Edge" (1979), setting the stage for a series of memorable performances in films like "My Bodyguard" (1980), "Little Darlings" (1980), and "The Outsiders" (1983). His ability to portray a wide range of characters with depth and authenticity garnered him widespread recognition and praise.

As he evolved as an actor, Dillon ventured into more challenging and diverse roles, showcasing his talent in critically acclaimed films such as "Drugstore Cowboy" (1989), "Singles" (1992), "There's Something About Mary" (1998), and "Crash" (2004), which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His dedication to his craft and willingness to take on complex characters set him apart in the industry.

In addition to his acting prowess, Dillon expanded his creative horizons by stepping behind the camera as a director. His directorial debut with "City of Ghosts" (2002) demonstrated his skill and vision as a filmmaker. Dillon's passion for storytelling shines through in his work, both in front of and behind the lens, showcasing his versatility and artistic range.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dillon has continued to push boundaries and challenge himself, taking on a variety of roles that highlight his versatility in both dramatic and comedic genres. His magnetic presence on screen, coupled with his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters, has solidified his status as a respected and admired figure in the film industry.

In 2015, Dillon graced the small screen with his captivating performance in the series "Wayward Pines," further showcasing his talent and versatility as an actor. With a career spanning decades, Matt Dillon remains a prominent and enduring figure in Hollywood, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema with his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft.

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Asteroid City

The Mechanic

2023

In an American desert town circa 1955, the itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.

The Outsiders

Dallas Winston

1983

When two poor Greasers, Johnny and Ponyboy, are assaulted by a vicious gang, the Socs, and Johnny kills one of the attackers, tension begins to mount between the two rival gangs, setting off a turbulent chain of events.

There's Something About Mary

Pat Healy

1998

For Ted, prom night went about as bad as it’s possible for any night to go. Thirteen years later, he finally gets another chance with his old prom date, only to run up against other suitors including the sleazy detective he hired to find her.

The House That Jack Built

Jack

2018

Failed architect, engineer and vicious murderer Jack narrates the details of some of his most elaborately orchestrated crimes, each of them a towering piece of art that defines his life's work as a serial killer for twelve years.

Herbie Fully Loaded

Trip Murphy

2005

Maggie Peyton, the new owner of Number 53 - the free-wheelin' Volkswagen bug with a mind of its own - puts the car through its paces on the road to becoming a NASCAR competitor.

Crash

Officer John Ryan

2005

In post-Sept. 11 Los Angeles, tensions erupt when the lives of a Brentwood housewife, her district attorney husband, a Persian shopkeeper, two cops, a pair of carjackers and a Korean couple converge during a 36-hour period.

Wild Things

Sam Lombardo

1998

When teen-socialite Kelly Van Ryan and troubled bad girl Suzie Toller accuse guidance counselor Sam Lombardo of rape, he's suspended by the school, rejected by the town, and fighting to get his life back. One cop suspects conspiracy, but nothing is what it seems...

Going in Style

Arlen Hamer

2017

Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money.

Takers

Jack Welles

2010

A seasoned team of bank robbers, including Gordon Jennings, John Rahway, A.J., and brothers Jake and Jesse Attica successfully complete their latest heist and lead a life of luxury while planning their next job. When Ghost, a former member of their team, is released from prison he convinces the group to strike an armored car carrying $20 million. As the "Takers" carefully plot out their strategy and draw nearer to exacting the grand heist, a reckless police officer inches closer to apprehending the criminals.

To Die For

Larry Maretto

1995

Suzanne Stone wants to be a world-famous news anchor and she is willing to do anything to get what she wants. What she lacks in intelligence, she makes up for in cold determination and diabolical wiles. As she pursues her goal with relentless focus, she is forced to destroy anything and anyone that may stand in her way, regardless of the ultimate cost or means necessary.

Rumble Fish

Rusty James

1983

Rusty James, an absent-minded street thug, struggles to live up to his legendary older brother's reputation and longs for the days when gang warfare was going on.

Old Dogs

Yancy Devlin

2009

Charlie and Dan have been best friends and business partners for thirty years; their Manhattan public relations firm is on the verge of a huge business deal with a Japanese company. With two weeks to sew up the contract, Dan gets a surprise: a woman he married on a drunken impulse nearly nine years before (annulled the next day) shows up to tell him he's the father of her twins, now seven, and she'll be in jail for 14 days for a political protest. Dan volunteers to keep the tykes, although he's uptight and clueless. With Charlie's help is there any way they can be dad and uncle, meet the kids' expectations, and still land the account?

In & Out

Cameron Drake

1997

A midwestern teacher questions his sexuality after a former student makes a comment about him at the Academy Awards.

Drugstore Cowboy

Bob

1989

Portland, Oregon, 1971. Bob Hughes is the charismatic leader of a peculiar quartet, formed by his wife, Dianne, and another couple, Rick and Nadine, who skillfully steal from drugstores and hospital medicine cabinets in order to appease their insatiable need for drugs. But neither fun nor luck last forever.

Loverboy

Mark

2005

A neglected daughter becomes a possessive mother in an emotional journey into the heart and mind of a woman who loved too much.

Singles

Cliff Poncier

1992

A group of young adults in their twenties, who share an apartment in the city of Seattle, ponder on love and face all the challenges of adulthood.

Nothing But the Truth

Patton Dubois

2008

When reporter Rachel Armstrong writes a story that reveals the identity of a covert CIA operative, the government demands that Rachel reveal her source. She defies the special prosecutor and is thrown in jail. Meanwhile, her attorney, Albert Burnside argues her case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.

You, Me and Dupree

Carl

2006

After standing in as best man for his longtime friend Carl Petersen, Randy Dupree loses his job, becomes a barfly and attaches himself to the newlywed couple almost permanently -- as their houseguest. But the longer Dupree camps out on their couch, the closer he gets to Carl's bride, Molly, leaving the frustrated groom wondering when his pal will be moving out.

American Dreamer

Dell

2022

In this winsome comedy, an entitled Economics professor pursues a tactic to buy an ailing widow’s mansion for nothing, but he quickly realizes that his seemingly foolproof strategy won’t be as easy as he thought.

Haunted Heart

Max

2024

On a beautiful remote island in Greece, young and spirited Alex joins the team of a boutique seaside restaurant as their new waitress. Despite her femme-fatale charm quickly winning the heart of the charismatic Enrico, she instead falls for the enigmatic restaurant manager Max, a reclusive American who settled on the island decades ago. As the seasons pass, sexual tensions rise, and tourists come and go, Enrico begins to unearth disturbing clues about Max's dark and mysterious past.

Rock Dog

Trey (voice)

2016

When a radio falls from the sky into the hands of a wide-eyed Tibetan Mastiff, he leaves home to fulfill his dream of becoming a musician, setting into motion a series of completely unexpected events.

Beautiful Girls

Tommy "Birdman" Rowland

1996

During a snowy winter in the small fictional town of Knight's Ridge, Massachusetts, a group of lifelong buddies hang out, drink and struggle to connect with the women who affect their decisions, dreams and desires.

Employee of the Month

David Walsh

2004

"Employee of the Month" is about a guy whose day spirals from bad to worse when he gets fired from his dream job at the bank and is dumped by his fiancée Sara. David's best friend Jack tries to convince him it's for the best, but the opposite occurs when bank robberies and millions of dollars become part of his day from hell.

Pawn Shop Chronicles

Richard

2013

The stories of a missing wife, a couple of meth heads and an Elvis impersonator are connected by the items found in a small town's pawn shop.

A Kiss Before Dying

Jonathan Corliss

1991

Infatuated with the idea of becoming rich, college student Jonathan Corliss secretly dates Dorothy Carlsson to gain the approval of her wealthy father. When Dorothy tells Jonathan that she is pregnant and that her father will deny her inheritance if he finds out, Jonathan murders her, but he stages her death as a suicide. As Jonathan works his way onto Mr. Carlsson's payroll, Dorothy's twin sister, Ellen, investigates the apparent suicide.