Shea Whigham

Born:January 5, 1969

Place of Birth:Tallahassee, Florida, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Shea Whigham, born on January 5, 1969, is a versatile American actor who has left a lasting impact on both the small and big screens. With a career spanning over decades, Whigham has showcased his talent in a wide array of roles, captivating audiences with his authentic portrayals.

One of Whigham's most notable roles was his portrayal of Elias "Eli" Thompson in the critically acclaimed drama series Boardwalk Empire. His nuanced performance as the complex character garnered him praise and solidified his reputation as a talented actor in the industry.

In addition to his work on television, Whigham has made a significant mark in the world of cinema. He has graced the big screen in a variety of films, including Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, and The Wolf of Wall Street. His ability to seamlessly transition between different genres and characters showcases his remarkable range as an actor.

Whigham's talent has not gone unnoticed, as he has been sought after by some of the most renowned directors in the industry. His collaborations with directors such as Martin Scorsese, David O. Russell, and Damien Chazelle have further solidified his status as a respected and versatile actor in Hollywood.

Not one to be typecast, Whigham has taken on a diverse range of roles, from gritty dramas to big-budget blockbusters. His ability to inhabit each character with depth and authenticity has earned him a loyal following of fans who appreciate his dedication to his craft.

In addition to his work in film and television, Whigham has also made memorable appearances in popular franchises such as Fast & Furious and Mission: Impossible. His versatility and ability to bring depth to even the most minor roles have made him a standout performer in ensemble casts.

Whigham's talent extends beyond acting, as he has also delved into producing projects that showcase his creative vision and passion for storytelling. His commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new creative avenues sets him apart as a multi-faceted artist in the entertainment industry.

With a career filled with memorable performances and a reputation for being a consummate professional on set, Shea Whigham continues to captivate audiences with his compelling portrayals and dedication to his craft. His body of work stands as a testament to his talent and versatility as an actor, earning him a well-deserved place among the industry's most respected performers.

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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

Briggs

2023

Ethan Hunt and his IMF team embark on their most dangerous mission yet: To track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of humanity before it falls into the wrong hands. With control of the future and the world's fate at stake and dark forces from Ethan's past closing in, a deadly race around the globe begins. Confronted by a mysterious, all-powerful enemy, Ethan must consider that nothing can matter more than his mission—not even the lives of those he cares about most.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

George Stacy (voice)

2023

After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most.

The Wolf of Wall Street

Captain Ted Beecham

2013

A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.

Joker

Detective Burke

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.

The Gray Man

Six's Father

2022

When a shadowy CIA agent uncovers damning agency secrets, he's hunted across the globe by a sociopathic rogue operative who's put a bounty on his head.

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Andy Wheeldon

2018

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

F9

Michael Stasiak

2021

Dominic Toretto and his crew battle the most skilled assassin and high-performance driver they've ever encountered: his forsaken brother.

Kong: Skull Island

Earl Cole

2017

Explore the mysterious and dangerous home of the king of the apes as a team of explorers ventures deep inside the treacherous, primordial island.

Star Trek Beyond

Teenaxi Leader (voice)

2016

The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.

The Lincoln Lawyer

DJ Corliss

2011

Mick Haller is a charismatic defense attorney who does business out of his Lincoln Continental sedan. Mick spends most of his time defending petty crooks and other bottom-feeders, so it comes as quite a surprise when he lands the case of a lifetime: defending a Beverly Hills playboy who is accused of attempted murder. However, what Mick initially thinks is an open-and-shut case with a big monetary reward develops into something more sinister.

Silver Linings Playbook

Jake Solatano

2012

After losing his job and wife, and spending time in an institution, a former teacher winds up living with his parents. He wants to rebuild his life and reconcile with his wife, but his father would be happy if he shared his obsession with the Philadelphia Eagles. Things get complicated when he meets Tiffany Maxwell who offers to help him reconnect with his wife if he will do something very important for her in exchange.

First Man

Gus Grissom

2018

A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.

Bad Times at the El Royale

Dr. Woodbury Laurence

2018

Lake Tahoe, 1969. Seven strangers, each one with a secret to bury, meet at El Royale, a decadent motel with a dark past. In the course of a fateful night, everyone will have one last shot at redemption.

Death Note

James Turner

2017

A young man comes to possess a supernatural notebook, the Death Note, that grants him the power to kill any person simply by writing down their name on the pages. He then decides to use the notebook to kill criminals and change the world, but an enigmatic detective attempts to track him down and end his reign of terror.

Savages

Chad

2012

Pot growers Ben and Chon face off against the Mexican drug cartel who kidnapped their shared girlfriend.

Machete

Sniper

2010

After being set-up and betrayed by the man who hired him to assassinate a Texas Senator, an ex-Federale launches a brutal rampage of revenge against his former boss.

Vice

Wayne Vincent

2018

George W. Bush picks Dick Cheney, the CEO of Halliburton Co., to be his Republican running mate in the 2000 presidential election. No stranger to politics, Cheney's impressive résumé includes stints as White House chief of staff, House Minority Whip and Defense Secretary. When Bush wins by a narrow margin, Cheney begins to use his newfound power to help reshape the country and the world.

Eileen

Jim Dunlop

2023

During a bitter 1964 Massachusetts winter, young secretary Eileen becomes enchanted by Rebecca, the glamorous new counselor at the prison where she works. Their budding friendship takes a twisted turn when Rebecca reveals a dark secret — throwing Eileen onto a sinister path.

Take Shelter

Dewart

2011

Plagued by a series of apocalyptic visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm, or from himself.

Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans

Justin

2009

Terrence McDonagh is a New Orleans Police sergeant, who receives a medal and a promotion to lieutenant for heroism during Hurricane Katrina. Due to his heroic act, McDonagh injures his back and becomes addicted to prescription pain medication. He then finds himself involved with a drug dealer who is suspected of murdering a family of African immigrants.

Pride and Glory

Kenny Dugan

2008

A saga centered on a multi-generational family of New York City Police officers. The family's moral codes are tested when Ray Tierney, investigates a case that reveals an incendiary police corruption scandal involving his own brother-in-law. For Ray, the truth is revelatory, a Pandora's Box that threatens to upend not only the Tierney legacy but the entire NYPD.

Lords of Dogtown

Drake Landon

2005

The radical true story behind three teenage surfers from Venice Beach, California, who took skateboarding to the extreme and changed the world of sports forever. Stacy Peralta, Tony Alva and Jay Adams are the Z-Boys, a bunch of nobodies until they create a new style of skateboarding that becomes a worldwide phenomenon. But when their hobby becomes a business, the success shreds their friendship.

Bad Company

Agent Wells (Uncredited)

2002

When a Harvard-educated CIA agent is killed during an operation, the secret agency recruits his twin brother.

Knight of Cups

Jim

2015

Rick is a screenwriter living in Los Angeles. While successful in his career, his life feels empty. Haunted and confused, he finds temporary solace in the decadent Hollywood excess that defines his existence. Women provide a distraction to his daily pain, and every encounter brings him closer to finding his place in the world.

Beirut

Gary Ruzak

2018

In 1980s Beirut, Mason Skiles is a former U.S. diplomat who is called back into service to save a colleague from the group that is possibly responsible for his own family's death. Meanwhile, a CIA field agent who is working under cover at the American embassy is tasked with keeping Mason alive and ensuring that the mission is a success.

Fast & Furious

Michael Stasiak

2009

When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner. But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmaneuver him. And the two men will find the best way to get revenge: push the limits of what's possible behind the wheel.

Fast & Furious 6

Michael Stasiak

2013

Hobbs has Dominic and Brian reassemble their crew to take down a team of mercenaries; Dominic unexpectedly gets sidetracked with facing his presumed deceased girlfriend, Letty.

Wheelman

Motherfucker

2017

A getaway driver for a bank robbery realizes he has been double crossed and races to find out who betrayed him.

Splinter

Dennis Farell

2008

When their plans for a nature trip go awry, Polly and boyfriend Seth decide to check into a motel. On their way, they're carjacked and kidnapped by low-rent crooks Dennis and Lacey, who take the victims and their SUV to a nearby gas station. Along the way, they encounter an increasingly terrifying horde of parasites, and if any of them intend to survive, they'll have to outsmart the deadly organisms.

Man of the House

Ranger Holt

2005

Texas Ranger Roland Sharp is assigned to protect the only witnesses to the murder of a key figure in the prosecution of a drug kingpin -- a group of University of Texas cheerleaders. Sharp must now go undercover as an assistant cheerleading coach and move in with the young women.

The Catcher Was a Spy

Joe Cronin

2018

Former major league baseball player Moe Berg lives a double life working for the Office of Strategic Services in World War II Europe.

Blood Creek

Luke Benny

2009

A man and his brother on a mission of revenge become trapped in a harrowing occult experiment dating back to the Third Reich.

This Must Be the Place

Ernie Ray

2011

A bored, retired rock star sets out to find his father's tormentor, an ex-Nazi war criminal who is a refugee in the U.S.

Cop Car

Man

2015

Two kids find themselves in the centre of a deadly game of cat and mouse after taking a sheriff's cruiser for a joy ride.

Tigerland

Pvt. Wilson

2000

A group of recruits go through Advanced Infantry Training at Fort Polk, Louisiana's infamous Tigerland, last stop before Vietnam for tens of thousands of young men in 1971.

Lake George

Don

2024

Newly released from prison, a white-collar criminal, used to dealing with numbers, is tasked with one last job by his boss: kill the boss’ girlfriend before she talks.