John Cusack

Born:28 juni 1966

Place of Birth:Evanston, Illinois, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

John Cusack, born John Paul Cusack on June 28, 1966, is a versatile American actor who has left an indelible mark on the film industry. With a career spanning several decades, Cusack first gained recognition in the 1980s for his roles in iconic coming-of-age films such as "Sixteen Candles" and "Say Anything...". His ability to portray relatable and complex characters endeared him to audiences and critics alike.

Transitioning into the 1990s, Cusack delved into independent cinema, showcasing his range and talent in a diverse array of films. From the dark comedy "Grosse Pointe Blank" to the thought-provoking "Being John Malkovich", he proved his ability to excel in a variety of genres. His performance in "High Fidelity" earned him a Golden Globe nomination, solidifying his reputation as a skilled and charismatic leading man.

Beyond his on-screen achievements, Cusack comes from a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. As the son of filmmaker Dick Cusack and the sibling of actors Bill, Joan, and Ann Cusack, talent seems to run in his blood. This familial connection likely played a role in shaping his passion for acting and storytelling.

In 2012, John Cusack was honored with a star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame, a testament to his enduring contributions to cinema. This recognition further cements his status as a respected figure in the entertainment world. Throughout his career, Cusack has demonstrated a commitment to taking on challenging and diverse roles, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Not one to shy away from complex characters or unconventional narratives, Cusack has built a reputation for his willingness to push boundaries and explore the depths of human emotion on screen. His ability to bring nuance and authenticity to his performances has garnered him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.

From his early breakout roles to his more recent projects, John Cusack continues to captivate audiences with his magnetic on-screen presence and undeniable talent. Whether he's portraying a lovelorn romantic lead or a morally ambiguous anti-hero, Cusack's performances never fail to leave a lasting impression.

In addition to his acting prowess, Cusack is also a producer and screenwriter, further showcasing his multifaceted creativity and dedication to the craft of filmmaking. His passion for storytelling shines through in every project he undertakes, making him a respected and admired figure in the industry.

As he continues to evolve as an artist and take on new challenges, John Cusack remains a beloved and influential figure in Hollywood. With a filmography that spans a wide range of genres and styles, he has solidified his status as a versatile and enduring talent in the world of cinema.

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Stand by Me

Denny Lachance

1986

After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four Oregon boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie, Vern, Chris and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as they also learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.

2012

Jackson Curtis

2009

Dr. Adrian Helmsley, part of a worldwide geophysical team investigating the effect on the earth of radiation from unprecedented solar storms, learns that the earth's core is heating up. He warns U.S. President Thomas Wilson that the crust of the earth is becoming unstable and that without proper preparations for saving a fraction of the world's population, the entire race is doomed. Meanwhile, writer Jackson Curtis stumbles on the same information. While the world's leaders race to build "arks" to escape the impending cataclysm, Curtis struggles to find a way to save his family. Meanwhile, volcanic eruptions and earthquakes of unprecedented strength wreak havoc around the world.

Anastasia

Dimitri (voice)

1997

Ten years after she was separated from her family, an eighteen-year-old orphan with vague memories of the past sets out to Paris in hopes of reuniting with her grandmother. She is accompanied by two con men, who intend to pass her off as the Grand Duchess Anastasia to the Dowager Empress for a reward.

Con Air

Agent Vince Larkin

1997

Newly-paroled former US Army ranger Cameron Poe is headed back to his wife, but must fly home aboard a prison transport flight dubbed "Jailbird" taking the “worst of the worst” prisoners, a group described as “pure predators”, to a new super-prison. Poe faces impossible odds when the transport plane is skyjacked mid-flight by the most vicious criminals in the country led by the mastermind — genius serial killer Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom, and backed by black militant Diamond Dog and psychopath Billy Bedlam.

1408

Mike Enslin

2007

A man who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel. Soon after settling in, he confronts genuine terror.

Being John Malkovich

Craig Schwartz

1999

One day at work, unsuccessful puppeteer Craig finds a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. The portal soon becomes a passion for anybody who enters its mad and controlling world of overtaking another human body.

The Raven

Edgar Allan Poe

2012

A fictionalized account of the last days of Edgar Allan Poe's life, in which the poet is in pursuit of a serial killer whose murders mirror those in the writer's stories.

Runaway Jury

Nick Easter

2003

After a workplace shooting in New Orleans, a trial against the gun manufacturer pits lawyer Wendell Rohr against shady jury consultant Rankin Fitch, who uses illegal means to stack the jury with people sympathetic to the defense. But when juror Nicholas Easter and his girlfriend Marlee reveal their ability to sway the jury into delivering any verdict they want, a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game begins.

Serendipity

Jonathan Trager

2001

Although strangers Sara and Jonathan are both already in relationships, they realize they have genuine chemistry after a chance encounter – but part company soon after. Years later, they each yearn to reunite, despite being destined for the altar. But to give true love a chance, they have to find one another again.

The Thin Red Line

Capt. John Gaff

1998

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.

Hot Tub Time Machine

Adam

2010

Four pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal, Nick is a henpecked husband, and Jacob does nothing but play video games in his basement. But they get a chance to brighten their future by changing their past after a night of heavy drinking in a ski-resort hot tub results in their waking up in 1986.

The Paperboy

Hillary Van Wetter

2012

As investigative reporter Ward Jansen and his partner Yardley Acheman chase a sensational, career-making story with the help of Ward's younger brother Jack and sultry death-row groupie Charlotte Bless, the pair tries to prove violent swamp-dweller Hillary Van Wetter was framed for the murder of a corrupt local sheriff.

Sixteen Candles

Bryce

1984

With the occasion all but overshadowed by her sister's upcoming wedding, angst-ridden Samantha faces her 16th birthday with typical adolescent dread. Samantha pines for studly older boy Jake, but worries that her chastity will be a turnoff for the popular senior. Meanwhile, she must constantly rebuff the affections of nerdy Ted, who is unfortunately the only boy in school who seems to take an interest in her.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

John Kelso

1997

A visiting city reporter's assignment suddenly revolves around the murder trial of a local millionaire, whom he befriends.

Dragon Blade

Lucius

2015

Huo An, the commander of the Protection Squad of the Western Regions, was framed by evil forces and becomes enslaved. On the other hand, a Roman general escapes to China after rescuing the Prince. The heroic duo meet in the Western Desert and a thrilling story unfolds.

High Fidelity

Rob Gordon

2000

After his long-time girlfriend dumps him, a thirty-year-old record store owner seeks to understand why he is unlucky in love while recounting his "top five breakups of all time".

Grosse Pointe Blank

Martin Q. Blank

1997

Martin Blank is a hitman for hire. When he starts to develop a conscience, he botches a couple of routine jobs. On the advice of his secretary and his psychiatrist, he decides to attend his ten-year high school reunion in Grosse Pointe, Michigan.

Say Anything...

Lloyd Dobler

1989

Lloyd, an eternal optimist, seeks to capture the heart of Diane, an unattainable high school beauty and straight-A student. He surprises just about everyone-including himself-when she returns the sentiment. But Diane's over-possessive, divorced Dad disapproves and it's going to take more than just the power of love to conquer all.

Adaptation.

John Cusack (uncredited)

2002

Charlie Kaufman is a confused L.A. screenwriter overwhelmed by feelings of inadequacy, sexual frustration, self-loathing, and by the screenwriting ambitions of his freeloading twin brother Donald. While struggling to adapt "The Orchid Thief," by Susan Orlean, Kaufman's life spins from pathetic to bizarre. The lives of Kaufman, Orlean's book, become strangely intertwined as each one's search for passion collides with the others'.

The Frozen Ground

Robert Hansen

2013

An Alaska State Trooper partners with a young woman who escaped the clutches of serial killer Robert Hansen to bring the murderer to justice. Based on actual events.

The Player

John Cusack

1992

A Hollywood studio executive is being sent death threats by a writer whose script he rejected - but which one?

The Sure Thing

Walter "Gib" Gibson

1985

Gib, a beer-guzzling slob, and Alison, an uptight Ivy-Leaguer, are an unlikely duo stuck together on a cross-country trip during Christmas break. At first they get on each other's nerves but, as time passes, they find their divergent natures complement each other. Now they need to realize what they've already found before it's too late.

Better Off Dead...

Lane Meyer

1985

High school student Lane Meyer sinks into suicidal depression when his girlfriend dumps him for jock Roy Stalin, the high school ski racing champion. Meanwhile, he has to deal with his eccentric family, a tenacious paperboy and an obnoxious neighbor whose mother is hosting a beautiful French exchange student named Monique.

Cradle Will Rock

Nelson Rockefeller

1999

A true story of politics and art in the 1930s USA, centered around a leftist musical drama and attempts to stop its production.

Chi-Raq

Fr. Mike Corridan

2015

A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.

Fat Man and Little Boy

Michael Merriman

1989

Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."

Eight Men Out

Buck Weaver

1988

Buck Weaver and Hap Felsch are young idealistic players on the Chicago White Sox, a pennant-winning team owned by Charles Comiskey - a penny-pinching, hands-on manager who underpays his players and treats them with disdain. And when gamblers and hustlers discover that Comiskey's demoralized players are ripe for a money-making scheme, one by one the team members agree to throw the World Series. But when the White Sox are defeated, a couple of sports writers smell a fix and a national scandal explodes, ripping the cover off America's favorite pastime.

Broadcast News

Angry Messenger

1987

Basket-case network news producer Jane Craig falls for new reporter Tom Grunnick, a pretty boy who represents the trend towards entertainment news she despises. Aaron Altman, a talented but plain correspondent, carries an unrequited torch for Jane. Sparks fly between the three as the network prepares for big changes, and both the news and Jane must decide between style and substance.

Must Love Dogs

Jake

2005

Sarah Nolan is a newly divorced woman cautiously rediscovering romance with the enthusiastic but often misguided help of her well-meaning family. As she braves a series of hilarious disastrous mismatches and first dates, Sarah begins to trust her own instincts again and learns that, no matter what, it's never a good idea to give up on love.

Maps to the Stars

Dr. Stafford Weiss

2014

Driven by an intense need for fame and validation, members of a dysfunctional Hollywood family are chasing celebrity, one another and the relentless ghosts of their pasts.

The Grifters

Roy Dillon

1990

A small-time conman has his loyalties torn between his estranged mother and his new girlfriend, both of whom are high-stakes grifters with their own angles to play.

Grand Piano

Clem

2013

Tom Selznick, the most talented pianist of his generation, stopped performing in public because of his stage fright. Years after a catastrophic performance, he reappears in public in a long awaited concert in Chicago. Just moments after starting his performance in the packed theater, in front of an expectant audience, Tom finds a threatening message written on the score: 'Play one wrong note and you die'. Without leaving the piano, Tom must discover the anonymous sniper's motives and look for help without anyone realizing.

Bullets Over Broadway

David Shayne

1994

After young playwright, David Shayne obtains funding for his play from gangster Nick Valenti, Nick's girlfriend Olive miraculously lands the role of a psychiatrist—but not only is she a bimbo who could never pass for a psychiatrist—she's a dreadful actress. David puts up with the leading man who is a compulsive eater, the grand dame who wants her part jazzed up, and Olive's interfering hitman/bodyguard—but, eventually he must decide whether art or life is more important.

Pushing Tin

Nick Falzone

1999

Two air traffic controllers who thrive on living dangerously compete to outdo each other on several levels.

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Hot Tub Time Machine

Producer

2010

High Fidelity

Music Supervisor

2000

After his long-time girlfriend dumps him, a thirty-year-old record store owner seeks to understand why he is unlucky in love while recounting his "top five breakups of all time".