Brad Dourif

Born:18 Maret 1950

Place of Birth:Huntington, West Virginia, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Brad Dourif, born Bradford Claude Dourif, is a versatile American actor known for his captivating performances on both film and television screens. While many recognize him for his breakout role as the vulnerable Billy Bibbit in the classic film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," Dourif's career has been marked by a diverse range of memorable characters that showcase his immense talent and depth as an actor.

One of Dourif's most iconic roles is that of the menacing and cunning voice of Chucky in the beloved "Child's Play" franchise, where he brought the infamous killer doll to life with his chilling voice work. His ability to infuse characters with a sense of complexity and darkness has made him a sought-after actor in both mainstream and independent cinema.

In addition to his work in film, Dourif has left a lasting impact on television audiences with his portrayals of intriguing and often morally ambiguous characters. From the enigmatic Gríma Wormtongue in "The Lord of the Rings" to the troubled Doc Cochran in the critically acclaimed series "Deadwood," Dourif's performances have consistently captivated viewers and critics alike.

Known for his collaboration with visionary director Werner Herzog, Dourif has showcased his acting prowess in a variety of Herzog's films, including "Scream of Stone," "The Wild Blue Yonder," "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans," and "My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done?" His ability to embody complex and enigmatic characters has made him a standout presence in Herzog's distinctive cinematic universe.

Dourif's talent extends beyond traditional live-action roles, as he has also lent his voice to animated characters and video game projects, further showcasing his versatility as a performer. Whether he's portraying a troubled soul, a diabolical villain, or a tormented anti-hero, Dourif brings a level of intensity and authenticity to his roles that sets him apart in the world of acting.

With a career spanning decades and a diverse body of work that continues to impress audiences around the world, Brad Dourif remains a respected and admired figure in the entertainment industry. His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring depth and complexity to every character he embodies have solidified his status as a true acting talent with a lasting legacy in film and television.

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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Wormtongue (Extended Edition)

2003

As armies mass for a final battle that will decide the fate of the world--and powerful, ancient forces of Light and Dark compete to determine the outcome--one member of the Fellowship of the Ring is revealed as the noble heir to the throne of the Kings of Men. Yet, the sole hope for triumph over evil lies with a brave hobbit, Frodo, who, accompanied by his loyal friend Sam and the hideous, wretched Gollum, ventures deep into the very dark heart of Mordor on his seemingly impossible quest to destroy the Ring of Power.

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Wormtongue

2002

Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring--but on separate paths. Their destinies lie at two towers--Orthanc Tower in Isengard, where the corrupt wizard Saruman awaits, and Sauron's fortress at Barad-dur, deep within the dark lands of Mordor. Frodo and Sam are trekking to Mordor to destroy the One Ring of Power while Gimli, Legolas and Aragorn search for the orc-captured Merry and Pippin. All along, nefarious wizard Saruman awaits the Fellowship members at the Orthanc Tower in Isengard.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Billy Bibbit

1975

A petty criminal fakes insanity to serve his sentence in a mental ward rather than prison. He soon finds himself as a leader to the other patients—and an enemy to the cruel, domineering nurse who runs the ward.

Alien Resurrection

Gediman

1997

Two hundred years after Lt. Ripley died, a group of scientists clone her, hoping to breed the ultimate weapon. But the new Ripley is full of surprises … as are the new aliens. Ripley must team with a band of smugglers to keep the creatures from reaching Earth.

Dune

Piter De Vries

1984

In the year 10,191, the most precious substance in the universe is the spice Melange. The spice extends life. The spice expands consciousness. The spice is vital to space travel. The spice exists on only one planet in the entire universe, the vast desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. Its native inhabitants, the Fremen, have long held a prophecy that a man would come, a messiah who would lead them to true freedom.

Child's Play

Chucky (voice) / Charles Lee Ray

1988

An innocent-looking doll is inhabited by the soul of a serial killer who refuses to die.

Seed of Chucky

Chucky (voice)

2004

This time around, Chucky and his homicidal honey, Tiffany, are brought back to life by their orphan offspring, Glen. Then the horror goes Hollywood as Chucky unleashes his own brand of murderous mayhem!

Priest

Salesman

2011

In an alternate world, humanity and vampires have warred for centuries. After the last Vampire War, the veteran Warrior Priest lives in obscurity with other humans inside one of the Church's walled cities. When the Priest's niece is kidnapped by vampires, the Priest breaks his vows to hunt them down. He is accompanied by the niece's boyfriend, who is a wasteland sheriff, and a former Warrior Priestess.

Bride of Chucky

Chucky (voice)

1998

Chucky is reborn when his old flame, Tiffany, rescues his battered doll parts from a police impound.

Blue Velvet

Raymond

1986

The discovery of a severed human ear found in a field leads a young man on an investigation related to a beautiful, mysterious nightclub singer and a group of psychopathic criminals who have kidnapped her child.

Cult of Chucky

Chucky (voice)

2017

Confined to an asylum for the criminally insane for the past four years, Nica is wrongly convinced that she, not Chucky, murdered her entire family... until a string of grisly deaths occur after her psychiatrist introduces a new group therapy tool -- a "Good Guy" doll.

Child's Play 2

Chucky (voice)

1990

Chucky is reconstructed by a toy factory to dispel the negative publicity surrounding the doll, and tracks young Andy Barclay to a foster home where the chase begins again.

Mississippi Burning

Deputy Clinton Pell

1988

Two FBI agents investigating the murder of civil rights workers during the 60s seek to breach the conspiracy of silence in a small Southern town where segregation divides black and white. The younger agent trained in FBI school runs up against the small town ways of his partner, a former sheriff.

Curse of Chucky

Chucky (voice) / Charles Lee Ray

2013

After her mother's mysterious death, Nica begins to suspect that the talking, red-haired doll her visiting niece has been playing with may be the key to the mounting bloodshed and chaos.

Senseless

Dr. Thomas Wheedon

1998

A student gets his senses enhanced by an experimental drug. But abuse is not an option.

Child's Play 3

Chucky (voice)

1991

Eight years after seemingly destroying the killer doll, teen Andy Barclay is placed in a military school, and the spirit of Chucky returns to renew his quest and seek vengeance after being recreated from a mass of melted plastic.

Halloween

Sheriff Leigh Brackett

2007

The early years of young Michael Myers and the events leading up to his fateful Halloween night murder rampage in the quiet town of Haddonfield, Illinois.

Urban Legend

Michael McDonnell, Gas Station Attendant

1998

A college campus is plagued by a vicious serial killer murdering students in ways that correspond to various urban legends.

Halloween II

Sheriff Lee Brackett

2009

Laurie Strode struggles to come to terms with her brother Michael's deadly return to Haddonfield, Illinois. Meanwhile, Michael prepares for another reunion with his sister.

Color of Night

Clark

1994

A color-blind psychiatrist is stalked by an unknown killer after taking over his murdered friend's therapy group and becomes embroiled in an intense affair with a mysterious woman who may be connected to the crime.

Deadwood: The Movie

Amos Cochran

2019

Follow the 10-year reunion of the Deadwood camp to celebrate South Dakota's statehood. Former rivalries are reignited, alliances are tested and old wounds are reopened, as all are left to navigate the inevitable changes that modernity and time have wrought.

Murder in the First

Byron Stamphill

1995

A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars.

Pulse

Thin Bookish Guy

2006

When the dead discover a means to contact the living through electronic devices, cellphones and computers become open gateways to monstrosities and destruction.

Jungle Fever

Leslie

1991

A successful and married black man contemplates having an affair with a white girl from work. He's quite rightly worried that the racial difference would make an already taboo relationship even worse.

The Exorcist III

James Venamun / The Gemini Killer

1990

On the fifteenth anniversary of the exorcism that claimed Father Damien Karras' life, Police Lieutenant Kinderman's world is once again shattered when a boy is found decapitated and savagely crucified.

Ragtime

Younger Brother

1981

A young black pianist becomes embroiled in the lives of an upper-class white family set among the racial tensions, infidelity, violence, and other nostalgic events in early 1900s New York City.

Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans

Ned Schoenholtz

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.

Doc of Chucky

Self

2024

The story of the cult horror empire through interviews with cast, crew, and horror icons such as Don Mancini, Brad Dourif, Jennifer Tilly, Catherine Hicks, Chris Sarandon, John Waters, Fiona Dourif, Perrey Reeves, Gerrit Graham, David Kirschner, and dozens more.

Eyes of Laura Mars

Tommy Ludlow

1978

A famous fashion photographer develops a disturbing ability to see through the eyes of a serial killer.

Critters 4

Al Bert

1992

A super strain of genetically engineered mutants are designed to take over the universe, hungry to conquer the galaxy, with an appetite for mankind.

Body Parts

Remo Lacey

1991

A criminal psychologist loses his arm in a car crash, and becomes one of three patients to have their missing limbs replaced by those belonging to an executed serial killer. One of them dies violently, and disturbing occurrences start happening to the surviving two.

Heaven's Gate

Mr. Eggleston

1980

Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyo., standing at the center of a conflict between impoverished immigrants and affluent cattle farmers. Politically connected ranchers enlist mercenary Nathan Champion—who is also vying for the affections of local madam Ella Watson—to combat the immigrant uprising. As tensions escalate, both Averill and Champion start to question their decisions.

Graveyard Shift

The Exterminator

1990

John Hall is a drifter who wanders into a small town in Maine. He needs a job and decides to seek employment at the community's top business: a large textile mill. He is hired to work the "graveyard shift" -- from around midnight to dawn -- and, along with a few others, he is charged with cleaning out the basement. This task strikes the workers as simple enough, but then, as they proceed deeper underground, they encounter an unspeakable monstrosity intent on devouring them all.