Jason Clarke

Born:July 17, 1969

Place of Birth:Winton, Queensland, Australia

Known For:Acting

Biography

Jason Clarke, born on July 17, 1969, in Australia, is a versatile actor who has left a lasting impact on both the small and big screens. With a career spanning over two decades, Clarke has showcased his talent in various TV series and films, earning a reputation for his ability to portray complex characters with depth and authenticity.

One of Clarke's most notable roles was as Tommy Caffee in the television series "Brotherhood," where he captivated audiences with his compelling performance. However, it was his portrayal of antagonist characters in films that truly solidified his presence in Hollywood. From his intense role in "Zero Dark Thirty" to his chilling performance in "Pet Sematary," Clarke has consistently delivered powerful and memorable performances.

In addition to his television and film work, Clarke has ventured into different genres, showcasing his range as an actor. Whether he is navigating the treacherous slopes of Mount Everest in the film "Everest" or delving into the complexities of historical events in "Chappaquiddick," Clarke's dedication to his craft is evident in every role he undertakes.

One of Clarke's standout performances was in the critically acclaimed film "Mudbound," where he portrayed a conflicted and troubled character with nuance and depth. His ability to convey the emotional complexities of his characters has earned him praise from critics and audiences alike, establishing him as a respected and sought-after actor in the industry.

In 2022, Clarke took on the role of former Los Angeles Lakers player turned coach Jerry West in the HBO sports drama series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty." His portrayal of the legendary basketball figure showcased his versatility as an actor, further solidifying his status as a powerhouse performer in both television and film.

With a diverse and impressive body of work, Jason Clarke continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and ability to bring characters to life on screen. As he continues to take on challenging and dynamic roles, Clarke remains a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impression with each new project he undertakes.

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Oppenheimer

Roger Robb

2023

The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

Terminator Genisys

John Connor

2015

The year is 2029. John Connor, leader of the resistance continues the war against the machines. At the Los Angeles offensive, John's fears of the unknown future begin to emerge when TECOM spies reveal a new plot by SkyNet that will attack him from both fronts; past and future, and will ultimately change warfare forever.

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Malcolm

2014

A group of scientists in San Francisco struggle to stay alive in the aftermath of a plague that is wiping out humanity, while Caesar tries to maintain dominance over his community of intelligent apes.

Zero Dark Thirty

Dan

2012

A chronicle of the decade-long hunt for al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden after the September 2001 attacks, and his death at the hands of the Navy S.E.A.L. Team 6 in May, 2011.

The Great Gatsby

George Wilson

2013

An adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's Long Island-set novel, where Midwesterner Nick Carraway is lured into the lavish world of his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Soon enough, however, Carraway will see through the cracks of Gatsby's nouveau riche existence, where obsession, madness, and tragedy await.

Death Race

Guard Ulrich

2008

Terminal Island, New York: 2020. Overcrowding in the US penal system has reached a breaking point. Prisons have been turned over to a monolithic Weyland Corporation, which sees jails full of thugs as an opportunity for televised sport. Adrenalized inmates, a global audience hungry for violence and a spectacular, enclosed arena come together to form the 'Death Race', the biggest, most brutal event.

The Devil All the Time

Carl Henderson

2020

In Knockemstiff, Ohio and its neighboring backwoods, sinister characters converge around young Arvin Russell as he fights the evil forces that threaten him and his family.

White House Down

Emil Stenz

2013

Capitol Policeman John Cale has just been denied his dream job with the Secret Service protecting President James Sawyer. Not wanting to let down his little girl with the news, he takes her on a tour of the White House, when the complex is overtaken by a heavily armed paramilitary group. Now, with the nation's government falling into chaos and time running out, it's up to Cale to save the president, his daughter, and the country.

First Man

Ed White

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.

Everest

Rob Hall

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.

Public Enemies

'Red' Hamilton

2009

Depression-era bank robber John Dillinger's charm and audacity endear him to much of America's downtrodden public, but he's also a thorn in the side of J. Edgar Hoover and the fledgling FBI. Desperate to capture the elusive outlaw, Hoover makes Dillinger his first Public Enemy Number One and assigns his top agent, Melvin Purvis, the task of bringing him in dead or alive.

Lawless

Howard Bondurant

2012

In 1931, the Bondurant brothers of Franklin County, Virginia, run a multipurpose backwoods establishment that hides their true business — bootlegging. Middle brother Forrest is the brain of the operation; older Howard is the brawn, and younger Jack, the lookout. Though the local police have taken bribes and left the brothers alone, a violent war erupts when a sadistic lawman from Chicago arrives and tries to shut down the Bondurants operation.

Pet Sematary

Louis Creed

2019

Dr. Louis Creed and his wife, Rachel, move from Boston to Ludlow, in rural Maine, with their two young children. Hidden in the woods near the new family home, Ellie, their eldest daughter, discovers a mysterious cemetery where the pets of community members are buried.

Child 44

Anatoly Brodsky

2015

Set in Stalin-era Soviet Union, a disgraced MGB agent is dispatched to investigate a series of child murders -- a case that begins to connect with the very top of party leadership.

The Aftermath

Lewis Morgan

2019

In the aftermath of World War II, a British colonel and his wife are assigned to live in Hamburg during the post-war reconstruction, but tensions arise with the German widower who lives with them.

Black Site

Hatchet

2022

A group of officers based in a labyrinthine top-secret prison must fight for their lives against Hatchet, a brilliant and infamous high-value detainee. When he escapes, his mysterious and deadly agenda has far reaching and dire consequences.

Serenity

Frank Zariakas

2019

The quiet life of Baker Dill, a fishing boat captain who lives on the isolated Plymouth Island, where he spends his days obsessed with capturing an elusive tuna while fighting his personal demons, is interrupted when someone from his past comes to him searching for help.

Trust

FBI Agent Doug Tate

2010

A suburban family is torn apart when fourteen-year-old Annie meets her first boyfriend online. After months of communicating via online chat and phone, Annie discovers her friend is not who he originally claimed to be. Shocked into disbelief, her parents are shattered by their daughter's actions and struggle to support her as she comes to terms with what has happened to her once innocent life.

Knight of Cups

Johnny

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.

Winchester

Dr. Eric Price

2018

San Jose, California, 1906. Isolated in her labyrinthine mansion, eccentric firearm heiress Sarah Winchester believes that she is being haunted by the souls of those killed by the guns manufactured by her company.

Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps

Jack Schwietzer

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.

The Man with the Iron Heart

Reinhard Heydrich

2017

With the Third Reich at its peak in 1942, the Czech resistance in London plans the most ambitious military operation of WWII – Anthropoid. Two young recruits are sent to Prague to assassinate the most ruthless Nazi leader – Reinhard Heydrich, head of the Reich Security Main Office, the Gestapo and the architect of the Final Solution.

Mudbound

Henry McAllan

2017

In the post–World War II South, two families are pitted against a barbaric social hierarchy and an unrelenting landscape as they simultaneously fight the battle at home and the battle abroad.

Rabbit-Proof Fence

Constable Riggs

2002

In 1931, three Aboriginal girls escape after being plucked from their homes to be trained as domestic staff, and set off on a trek across the Outback.

All I See Is You

James

2017

After a successful experimental surgery restores her eyesight, a young woman sees her marriage spiral in a disturbing direction.