Peter MacNicol

Born:10 April 1954

Place of Birth:Dallas, Texas, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Peter MacNicol, a versatile American actor, was born on April 10, 1954, in Dallas, Texas. His journey into the world of entertainment began with a passion for theater, which led him to study the craft at the University of Dallas and the University of Minnesota. After honing his skills, he made the bold move to New York City to pursue his dream of becoming an actor.

In 1981, MacNicol made his Broadway debut in the play "Crimes of the Heart," a performance that earned him a prestigious Theatre World Award. This early success paved the way for a flourishing career on stage, with notable appearances in productions like "The Real Thing" (1984), "The Crucible" (1996), and "The Pillowman" (2005).

Transitioning seamlessly from stage to screen, MacNicol captivated audiences with his memorable film roles. From portraying the brave Galen in "Dragonslayer" (1981) to the quirky Janosz Poha in "Ghostbusters II" (1989) and the endearing David Langley in "Bean" (1997), he showcased his versatility and talent as an actor.

One of MacNicol's most iconic roles came in the form of the eccentric lawyer John Cage in the FOX comedy-drama "Ally McBeal" (1997–2002). His portrayal of this quirky character earned him critical acclaim, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 2001.

In addition to his success on the small screen, MacNicol has made notable appearances in various television shows, including "24" (2001), "Numbers" (2005), and "Veep" (2012-2019). His ability to inhabit diverse characters across different genres is a testament to his skill and dedication to his craft.

Off-screen, MacNicol leads a fulfilling personal life, being married to Martha Cumming and raising two children. As a member of esteemed associations like the Actors' Equity Association and the Screen Actors Guild, he continues to make his mark in the entertainment industry with his exceptional talent and unwavering commitment to his art.

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The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie

The Invader (voice)

2024

Porky and Daffy, the classic animated odd couple, turn into unlikely heroes when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot. Against all odds, the two are determined to save their town (and the world!)...that is if they don't drive each other crazy in the process.

Addams Family Values

Gary Granger

1993

Siblings Wednesday and Pugsley Addams will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby boy adored by parents Gomez and Morticia. Things go from bad to worse when the new "black widow" nanny, Debbie Jellinsky, launches her plan to add Fester to her collection of dead husbands.

Ghostbusters II

Dr. Janosz Poha

1989

Having lost their status and credibility five years after covering New York City with gooey roasted marshmallows in Ghostbusters (1984), the city's former heroes and once-popular spirit-hunters struggle to keep afloat, forced to work odd jobs. However, when Dana and her baby have yet another terrifying encounter with the paranormal, it is up to Peter Venkman and his fearless team of supernatural crime fighters to step up and save the day. Once more, humankind is in danger, as rivers of slimy psycho-reactive ectoplasm, paired with the dreadful manifestation of evil sixteenth-century tyrant Vigo the Carpathian, threaten to plunge the entire city into darkness. Is the world ready to believe? Can the Ghostbusters save us for the second time?

Bean

David Langley

1997

Childlike Englishman, Mr. Bean, is an incompetent watchman at the Royal National Gallery. After the museum's board of directors' attempt to have him fired is blocked by the chairman, who has taken a liking to Bean, they send him to Los Angeles to act as their ambassador for the unveiling of a historic painting to humiliate him. Fooled, Mr. Bean must now successfully unveil the painting or risk his and a hapless Los Angeles curator's termination.

Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild

Troopmaster (voice)

2005

With school out for the summer, The Littles are vacationing in a cabin by the lake, and Stuart is so excited he could burst! But when Snowbell the cat is captured by a mean-spirited creature known simply as the Beast, it's up to Stuart and a skunk named Reeko to rescue him and a few other friends.

Dragonslayer

Galen

1981

A sorcerer and his apprentice are on a mission to kill an evil dragon to save the King’s daughter from being sacrificed according to a pact that the King himself made with the dragon to protect his kingdom.

Baby Geniuses

Dan

1999

BabyCo is the world's leading manufacturer in baby products. However, what the public doesn't know, is that Drs Kinder and Heep, two of its most brilliant scientists, are tirelessly working in complete secrecy to crack the indecipherable code to 'baby talk': a highly sophisticated language, and the key to the secrets of the universe. Before long, problems arise when mischievous Sly, the smartest of the toddlers, escapes confinement, bent on uniting all babies to free those trapped in the laboratory. Now, Kinder and Heep must find Sly before it is too late.

Game Change

Rick Davis

2012

During the Republican run of the 2008 Presidential election, candidate John McCain picks a relative unknown, Alaskan governor Sarah Palin, to be his running mate. As the campaign kicks into high gear, her lack of experience, in both political and media savvy, becomes a drain upon McCain and his strategists.

Dracula: Dead and Loving It

Thomas Renfield

1995

When a lawyer shows up at the vampire's doorstep, he falls prey to his charms and joins him in his search for fresh blood. Enter Professor Van Helsing, who may be the only one able to vanquish the Count.

Sophie's Choice

Stingo

1982

Stingo, a young writer, moves to Brooklyn in 1947 to begin work on his first novel. As he becomes friendly with Sophie and her lover Nathan, he learns that she is a Holocaust survivor. Flashbacks reveal her harrowing story, from pre-war prosperity to Auschwitz. In the present, Sophie and Nathan's relationship increasingly unravels as Stingo grows closer to Sophie and Nathan's fragile mental state becomes ever more apparent.