Courtney B. Vance

Courtney B. Vance

Born:1960年3月12日

Place of Birth:Detroit, Michigan, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Courtney Bernard Vance, born on March 12, 1960, is a highly acclaimed American actor whose career has spanned across Broadway, film, and television. With a commanding presence and versatile acting skills, Vance has left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

Vance's journey to stardom began on the Broadway stage, where he showcased his talent in iconic productions such as August Wilson's Fences and Nora Ephron's Lucky Guy, earning him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. His ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters quickly caught the attention of audiences and critics alike.

Transitioning seamlessly to the big screen, Vance delivered memorable performances in films like "The Hunt for Red October," "The Preacher's Wife," and "Isle of Dogs." His on-screen presence exudes a magnetic charm that captivates viewers and elevates every project he is a part of.

In addition to his film work, Vance has made a significant impact on television, with standout roles in shows like "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" and "The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story." His portrayal of Johnnie Cochran in the latter earned him a Primetime Emmy Award, showcasing his remarkable talent and dedication to his craft.

Off-screen, Vance is not only a devoted husband to fellow actress Angela Bassett but also a philanthropist and advocate for the arts. His involvement with organizations like The Actors Center and Boys & Girls Clubs of America demonstrates his commitment to supporting aspiring talent and giving back to the community.

In 2019, Vance's contributions to the entertainment industry were further recognized when he was appointed as the President of the Screen Actors Guild Foundation, solidifying his status as a respected figure in Hollywood. His passion for storytelling and commitment to excellence continue to inspire both his peers and audiences worldwide.

Courtney B. Vance's legacy as a consummate actor and humanitarian is a testament to his enduring talent and unwavering dedication to his craft. Whether gracing the stage, screen, or television, Vance's performances leave a lasting impression and showcase the depth of his artistry.

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Final Destination 5

Final Destination 5

Agent Block

2011

Death is just as omnipresent as ever, and is unleashed after one man’s premonition saves a group of coworkers from a terrifying suspension bridge collapse. But this group of unsuspecting souls was never supposed to survive, and, in a terrifying race against time, the ill-fated group frantically tries to discover a way to escape Death’s sinister agenda.
Terminator Genisys

Terminator Genisys

Miles Dyson

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.
The Mummy

The Mummy

Colonel Greenway

2017

Though safely entombed in a crypt deep beneath the unforgiving desert, an ancient queen whose destiny was unjustly taken from her is awakened in our current day, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension.
Isle of Dogs

Isle of Dogs

Narrator (voice)

2018

In the future, an outbreak of canine flu leads the mayor of a Japanese city to banish all dogs to an island used as a garbage dump. The outcasts must soon embark on an epic journey when a 12-year-old boy arrives on the island to find his beloved pet.
The Hunt for Red October

The Hunt for Red October

Petty Officer Ronald 'Jonesy' Jones (USS Dallas)

1990

A new technologically-superior Soviet nuclear sub, the Red October, is heading for the U.S. coast under the command of Captain Marko Ramius. The American government thinks Ramius is planning to attack. Lone CIA analyst Jack Ryan has a different idea: he thinks Ramius is planning to defect, but he has only a few hours to find him and prove it - because the entire Russian naval and air commands are trying to find Ramius, too. The hunt is on!
Dangerous Minds

Dangerous Minds

Mr. George Grandey

1995

Former Marine Louanne Johnson lands a gig teaching in a pilot program for bright but underachieving teens at a notorious inner-city high school. After having a terrible first day, she decides she must throw decorum to the wind. When Johnson returns to the classroom, she does so armed with a no-nonsense attitude informed by her military training and a fearless determination to better the lives of her students -- no matter what the cost.
Project Power

Project Power

Captain Craine

2020

An ex-soldier, a teen and a cop collide in New Orleans as they hunt for the source behind a dangerous new pill that grants users temporary superpowers.
Space Cowboys

Space Cowboys

Roger Hines

2000

Frank Corvin, ‘Hawk’ Hawkins, Jerry O'Neill and ‘Tank’ Sullivan were hotdog members of Project Daedalus, the Air Force's test program for space travel, but their hopes were dashed in 1958 with the formation of NASA and the use of trained chimps. They blackmail their way into orbit when Russia's mysterious ‘Ikon’ communications satellite's orbit begins to degrade and threatens to crash to Earth.
Office Christmas Party

Office Christmas Party

Walter Davis

2016

When Carol Vanstone, CEO of the technology company Zenotek, expresses her intention to close the Chicago branch, run by her brother Clay, he and his co-workers organize a Christmas party in an effort to impress a potential client and save their jobs. But the party gets out of control…
The Photograph

The Photograph

Louis Morton

2020

When famed photographer Christina Eames dies unexpectedly, she leaves her estranged daughter, Mae, hurt, angry and full of questions. When Mae finds a photograph tucked away in a safe-deposit box, she soon finds herself delving into her mother's early life -- an investigation that leads to an unexpected romance with a rising journalist.
Ben Is Back

Ben Is Back

Mr. Beeby

2018

19-year-old Ben Burns unexpectedly returns home to his family's suburban home on Christmas Eve morning. Ben's mother, Holly, is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son staying clean. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother's undying love for her son is tested as she does everything in her power to keep him safe.
The Preacher's Wife

The Preacher's Wife

Reverend Henry Biggs

1996

Good-natured Reverend Henry Biggs finds that his marriage to choir mistress Julia is flagging, due to his constant absence caring for the deprived neighborhood they live in. On top of all this, his church is coming under threat from property developer Joe Hamilton. In desperation, Biggs prays to God for help – which arrives in the form of an angel named Dudley.
12 Angry Men

12 Angry Men

Foreman

1997

During the trial of a man accused of his father's murder, a lone juror takes a stand against the guilty verdict handed down by the others as a result of their preconceptions and prejudices.
Hamburger Hill

Hamburger Hill

Spc. Abraham 'Doc' Johnson

1987

The men of Bravo Company are facing a battle that's all uphill… up Hamburger Hill. Fourteen war-weary soldiers are battling for a mud-covered mound of earth so named because it chews up soldiers like chopped meat. They are fighting for their country, their fellow soldiers and their lives. War is hell, but this is worse. Hamburger Hill tells it the way it was, the way it really was. It's a raw, gritty and totally unrelenting dramatic depiction of one of the fiercest battles of America's bloodiest war. This happened. Hamburger Hill - war at its worst, men at their best.
The Divide

The Divide

Delvin

2012

Survivors of a nuclear attack are grouped together for days in the basement of their apartment building, where fear and dwindling supplies wear away at their dynamic.
Joyful Noise

Joyful Noise

Pastor Dale

2012

G.G. Sparrow faces off with her choir's newly appointed director, Vi Rose Hill, over the group's direction as they head into a national competition.
Beyond the Law

Beyond the Law

Conroy Price

1993

Dan Saxon is an undercover cop who infiltrates a biker gang to nail the scum behind a drug-smuggling operation. In order to maintain the trust of the gang's leader, he must commit ever more dangerous and heinous crimes. Just how far 'beyond the law' will Saxon go?
D-Tox

D-Tox

Reverend Jones

2002

A disgraced FBI agent with a drinking problem joins nine other troubled law enforcement officers at an isolated detox clinic in the wilds of Wyoming. But the therapeutic sanctuary becomes a nightmarish hellhole when a major snowstorm cuts off the clinic from the outside world and enables a killer on the inside to get busy.
Panther

Panther

Bobby Seale

1995

Panther is a semi-historic film about the origins of The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. The movie spans about 3 years (1966-68) of the Black Panther's history in Oakland. Panther also uses historical footage (B/W) to emphasize some points.
Let It Shine

Let It Shine

Jacob

2012

A young teenage rapper must use his musical talent to help his friend out and win the girl of his dreams by going through several events of betrayal, trust and agreement while his religious parents have strictly dislike his interests.
Nothing But the Truth

Nothing But the Truth

Agent O'Hara

2008

When reporter Rachel Armstrong writes a story that reveals the identity of a covert CIA operative, the government demands that Rachel reveal her source. She defies the special prosecutor and is thrown in jail. Meanwhile, her attorney, Albert Burnside argues her case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.
The Last Supper

The Last Supper

Luke

1995

A group of idealistic, but frustrated, liberals succumb to the temptation of murdering rightwing pundits for their political beliefs.

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