Joe Pantoliano

Born:12. september 1951

Place of Birth:Hoboken, New Jersey, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Joseph Peter Pantoliano, widely known as Joe Pantoliano, is a versatile American actor whose career spans across various mediums including film, television, and theater. With an impressive portfolio of over 150 roles, Pantoliano has showcased his talent and versatility time and time again, captivating audiences with his memorable performances.

One of his most iconic roles was that of Ralph "Ralphie" Cifaretto in the acclaimed HBO crime drama series, The Sopranos. Pantoliano's portrayal of the complex and ruthless character earned him critical acclaim, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, solidifying his status as a seasoned actor in the industry.

Beyond his role in The Sopranos, Pantoliano has left his mark on the big screen with memorable performances in a wide range of films. From his role as Cypher in the groundbreaking sci-fi action film The Matrix to appearances in classics like Midnight Run, La Bamba, and Memento, Pantoliano has proven his ability to bring depth and authenticity to every character he embodies.

His collaboration with the visionary Wachowski siblings further showcased his talent, with roles in their directorial debut Bound, as well as appearances in The Matrix and the sci-fi series Sense8. Pantoliano's ability to immerse himself in diverse roles and genres speaks to his dedication to his craft and his willingness to take on challenging and dynamic characters.

Throughout his career, Pantoliano has established himself as a reliable and versatile actor, seamlessly transitioning between comedic roles in films like Risky Business to more intense and dramatic performances in projects like NYPD Blue and The Fugitive. His ability to bring a sense of authenticity and depth to his characters has endeared him to audiences and critics alike, making him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

In addition to his work on screen, Pantoliano has also made significant contributions to the world of theater, showcasing his range and talent in live performances. His dedication to his craft and his willingness to push boundaries as an actor have earned him a reputation as a consummate professional with a true passion for storytelling.

Off-screen, Pantoliano is known for his advocacy work surrounding mental health awareness, drawing from his own experiences with depression and using his platform to destigmatize mental health issues. His openness and honesty about his struggles have inspired many and further solidified his status as not only a talented actor but also a compassionate and empathetic individual.

With a career spanning decades and a legacy of memorable performances, Joe Pantoliano continues to captivate audiences with his unparalleled talent and commitment to his craft. Whether he's portraying a ruthless mobster, a comedic sidekick, or a conflicted anti-hero, Pantoliano's ability to bring authenticity and depth to every role sets him apart as a true master of his craft, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

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Bad Boys: Ride or Die

Captain Howard

2024

After their late former Captain is framed, Lowrey and Burnett try to clear his name, only to end up on the run themselves.

The Matrix

Cypher

1999

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Bad Boys for Life

Captain Howard

2020

Marcus and Mike are forced to confront new threats, career changes, and midlife crises as they join the newly created elite team AMMO of the Miami police department to take down the ruthless Armando Armas, the vicious leader of a Miami drug cartel.

Memento

Teddy

2000

Leonard Shelby is tracking down the man who raped and murdered his wife. The difficulty of locating his wife's killer, however, is compounded by the fact that he suffers from a rare, untreatable form of short-term memory loss. Although he can recall details of life before his accident, Leonard cannot remember what happened fifteen minutes ago, where he's going, or why.

Bad Boys

Captain Howard

1995

Marcus Burnett is a henpecked family man. Mike Lowrey is a footloose and fancy free ladies' man. Both Miami policemen, they have 72 hours to reclaim a consignment of drugs stolen from under their station's nose. To complicate matters, in order to get the assistance of the sole witness to a murder, they have to pretend to be each other.

The Goonies

Francis Fratelli

1985

Young teenager Mikey Walsh finds an old treasure map in his father's attic. Hoping to save their homes from demolition, Mikey and his friends Data, Chunk, and Mouth set off on a quest to find the secret stash of Pirate One-Eyed Willie.

Bad Boys II

Captain Howard

2003

Detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey of the Miami Narcotics Task Force are tasked with stopping the flow of the drug Ecstasy into Miami. They track the drugs to the whacked-out Cuban drug lord Johnny Tapia, who is also involved in a bloody war with Russian and Haitian mobsters. If that isn't bad enough, there's tension between the two detectives when Marcus discovers that playboy Mike is secretly romancing Marcus’ sister, Syd.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief

Gabe Ugliano

2010

Accident prone teenager, Percy discovers he's actually a demi-God, the son of Poseidon, and he is needed when Zeus' lightning is stolen. Percy must master his new found skills in order to prevent a war between the Gods that could devastate the entire world.

The Fugitive

Cosmo Renfro

1993

Wrongfully convicted of murdering his wife and sentenced to death, Richard Kimble escapes from the law in an attempt to find the real killer and clear his name.

Daredevil

Ben Urich

2003

A man blinded in a childhood accident fights crime using his superhumanly-elevated remaining senses.

Bound

Caesar

1996

Corky, a tough female ex-convict working on an apartment renovation in a Chicago building, meets a couple living next door, Caesar, a paranoid mobster, and Violet, his seductive girlfriend, who is immediately attracted to her.

Baby's Day Out

Norby

1994

Baby Bink couldn't ask for more: he has adoring (if somewhat sickly-sweet) parents, lives in a huge mansion, and he's just about to appear in the social pages of the paper. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world is as nice as Baby Bink's parents—especially the three enterprising kidnappers who pretend to be photographers from the newspaper. Successfully kidnapping Baby Bink, they have a harder time keeping hold of the rascal, who not only keeps one step ahead of them, but seems to be more than a little bit smarter than the three bumbling criminals.

Risky Business

Guido

1983

Meet Joel Goodson, an industrious, college-bound 17-year-old and a responsible, trustworthy son. However, when his parents go away and leave him home alone in the wealthy Chicago suburbs with the Porsche at his disposal he quickly decides he has been good for too long and it is time to enjoy himself. After an unfortunate incident with the Porsche Joel must raise some cash, in a risky way.

U.S. Marshals

Renfro

1998

U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard is accompanying a plane load of convicts from Chicago to New York. The plane crashes spectacularly, and Mark Sheridan escapes. But when Diplomatic Security Agent John Royce is assigned to help Gerard recapture Sheridan, it becomes clear that Sheridan is more than just another murderer.

La Bamba

Bob Keane

1987

Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.

Racing Stripes

Goose (voice)

2005

Shattered illusions are hard to repair -- especially for a good-hearted zebra named Stripes who's spent his life on a Kentucky farm amidst the sorely mistaken notion that he's a debonair thoroughbred. Once he faces the fact that his stark stripes mark him as different, he decides he'll race anyway. And with help from the young girl who raised him, he just might end up in the winner's circle.

Congo

Eddie Ventro (Uncredited)

1995

Eight people embark on an expedition into the Congo, a mysterious expanse of unexplored Africa where human greed and the laws of nature have gone berserk. When the thrill-seekers -- some with ulterior motives -- stumble across a race of killer apes.

Midnight Run

Eddie Moscone, Bail Bonder

1988

A bounty hunter pursues a former Mafia accountant who embezzled $15 million of mob money. He is also being chased by a rival bounty hunter, the F.B.I., and his old mob boss after jumping bail.

Wedding Daze

Smitty

2006

After losing the woman of his dreams, Anderson is convinced he'll never fall in love again. But at the urging of his best friend, he spontaneously proposes to a dissatisfied waitress named Katie and an innocent dare evolves into the kind of love that both have been looking for all along.

Empire of the Sun

Frank Demarest

1987

Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.

Unknown

Bound Man

2006

Five men wake up in a locked-down warehouse with no memory of who they are. They are forced to figure out who is good and who is bad to stay alive.

Amazon Women on the Moon

Sy Swerdlow (segment "Hairlooming")

1987

Centered around a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird specials, this lampoon of contemporary life and pop culture skewers some of the silliest spectacles ever created in the name of entertainment.

Just Getting Started

Joey

2017

Duke Diver is living the high life as the freewheeling manager of a luxurious resort in Palm Springs, Calif. He soon faces competition from Leo, a former military man who likes the same woman that Duke is interested in. When Diver's past suddenly catches up with him, he must put aside his differences and reluctantly team up with Leo to stop whoever is trying to kill him.

Running Scared

Snake

1986

Two street-wise Chicago cops have to shake off some rust after returning from a Key West vacation to pursue a drug dealer that nearly killed them in the past.

Ready to Rumble

Titus Sinclair

2000

Two slacker wrestling fans are devastated by the ousting of their favorite character by an unscrupulous promoter.