Bill Duke
Biography
Bill Duke is an American actor and film director born on February 26, 1943. He is known for his physically imposing frame and has worked in various genres including action, crime, drama, and comedy. Duke's acting work has spanned a significant number of credits, with a total of 125 known credits. He is a male actor who was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, USA. Duke has been active in the entertainment industry, working both in front of and behind the camera, although the frequency of his work has decreased over time.
Career overview
Bill Duke is an American actor known for his physically imposing frame. His acting work frequently dwells within the action/crime and drama genres but also includes comedy. Duke has a long history in the entertainment industry, with a significant number of credits to his name.
Duke's acting career has spanned multiple genres, with a focus on action, crime, and drama. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a notable presence in the action and crime genres. Duke's versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a wide range of roles, showcasing his ability to adapt to different genres and styles.
Bill Duke has a total of 125 acting credits, indicating a prolific and varied career. His extensive experience in the entertainment industry has earned him recognition as a talented and versatile actor.
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Full Filmography
132 titles- The Journey (2024) Director
- Gaslit (2022) as Charles Anderson
- In Search of Tomorrow (2022) as Self - Interviewee
- Sweet Black Film: The Birth of the Black Hero in Hollywood (2022) as Self
- No Sudden Move (2021) as Aldrick Watkins
- The Vandal (2021) as Harold
- Hollow Point (2019) as Senior Guard James
- High Flying Bird (2019) as Spence
- In Search of the Last Action Heroes (2019) as Self
- Black Lightning (2018) as Agent Percy Odell
- Mandy (2018) as Caruthers
- Clipped Wings, They Do Fly (2018) as D.A. Adam Stevenson
- American Satan (2017) as Gabriel
- Created Equal (2017) Director
- Restored Me (2016) as Officer Brantley
- Light Girls (2015) Director
- Bad Country (2014) as John Nokes
- Preying for Mercy (2014) Executive Producer
- Preying for Mercy (2014) Director
- A Fuller Life (2013) as Self - Reader (segment "Freelance")
- Battledogs (2013) as President Donald Sheridan
- Freaky Deaky (2012) as Wendell Robinson
- Celebrity Crime Files (2012) as Self
- Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp (2012) as Self
- The Big Bang (2011) as Drummer
- Dark Girls (2011) Director
- Henry's Crime (2010) as Frank
- Not Easily Broken (2009) Director
- Not Easily Broken (2009) Producer
- Directors on Directing (2009) as Self
- Prince Among Slaves (2008) Director
- Cover (2007) Director
- Yellow (2006) as Miles Emory
- X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) as Trask
- The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success (2006) as Self
- The Boondocks (2005)
- Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2005) as Levar
- Deacons for Defense (2005) Director
- Miracle's Boys (2005) Director
- Lost (2004) as Warden Harris
- Battlestar Galactica (2004) as Phelan
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- Cold Case (2003) as Grover Boone
- National Security (2003) as Lieutenant Washington
- Karen Sisco (2003) as Amos Andrews
- Fastlane (2002) as Capt. Bob Parish
- Fastlane (2002) Director
- Love and a Bullet (2002) as Mysterious Voice on Phone
- Partners of the Heart (2002) Director
- Red Dragon (2002) as Police Chief
- Justice League (2001) as Detective (voice)
- Exit Wounds (2001) as Chief Hinges
- Predator: Character Design (2001) as Self
- Never Again (2001) as Earl
- Predator: The Life Inside (2001) as Self
- Predator: Old Painless (2001) as Self
- Predator: Classified Action (2001) as Self
- DMX: Angel (2001) Director
- Strong Medicine (2000) Director
- The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2000) Director
- Who Killed Atlanta's Children? (2000) as Sheriff Chirumenga Jenga
- If It Bleeds We Can Kill It: The Making of 'Predator' (2000) as Self
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Ed Pastrino
- Payback (1999) as Det. Hicks
- The Limey (1999) as Head DEA Agent (uncredited)
- Fever (1999) as Detective Glass
- Foolish (1999) as Studio Producer
- Susan's Plan (1998) as Detective Scott
- Always Outnumbered (1998) as Blackbird Wills
- Hoodlum (1997) Director
- Hoodlum (1997) Executive Producer
- Frank Capra's American Dream (1997) as Self
- America's Dream (1996) Director
- New York Undercover (1994) Director
- Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993) as Mr. Johnson
- Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993) Director
- Menace II Society (1993) as Detective
- The Cemetery Club (1993) Director
- Deep Cover (1992) Director
- A Rage in Harlem (1991) Director
- The Outsiders (1990) Director
- Bird on a Wire (1990) as Albert Diggs
- A Man Called Hawk (1989) Director
- A Raisin in the Sun (1989) Director
- Street of No Return (1989) as Lieutenant Borel
- Gideon Oliver (1989) Director
- The Meeting (1989) Director
- HeartBeat (1988) Director
- Action Jackson (1988) as Capt. Earl Armbruster
- Predator (1987) as Mac Eliot
- Tour of Duty (1987) Director
- No Man's Land (1987) as Malcolm
- Matlock (1986) Director
- Crime Story (1986) Director
- Amen (1986) Director
- Starman (1986) Director
- Johnnie Mae Gibson: FBI (1986) Director
- Dallas: The Early Years (1986) as Seth Foster
- The Twilight Zone (1985) Director
- Commando (1985) as Cooke
- Spenser: For Hire (1985) Director
- Hell Town (1985) Director
- Berrenger's (1985) Director
- Miami Vice (1984) Director
- Hunter (1984) Director
- Call to Glory (1984) Director
- The Killing Floor (1984) Director
- Maximum Security (1984) Director
- Trauma Center (1983) Director
- Emerald Point N.A.S. (1983) Director
- American Playhouse (1982) as FBI Agent #2
- American Playhouse (1982) Director
- Cagney & Lacey (1982) Director
- Fame (1982) Director
- Falcon Crest (1981) Director
- Hill Street Blues (1981) Director
- Flamingo Road (1981) Director
- American Gigolo (1980) as Leon James
- Palmerstown, U.S.A. (1980) as Luther Freeman
- Knots Landing (1979) Director
- Dallas (1978) Director
- Sergeant Matlovich vs. the U.S. Air Force (1978) as Sgt. Langford
- Love Is Not Enough (1978) as 'Happy' Jordan
- Charlie's Angels (1976) as David Pearl
- Car Wash (1976) as Duane – Abdullah
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) as Officer Dryden
- Santiago's America (1975) as Mr. Sands
- Kojak (1973) as Sylk
- Santiago's Ark (1972) as Mr. Sands
- Predator: The Unseen Arnold as Self
- Scavenger Hunt as Joe
- Redd Foxx Biopic Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bill Duke best known for?
Bill Duke is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including No Sudden Move (2021), Black Lightning (2018), Mandy (2018), Henry's Crime (2010).
When and where was Bill Duke born?
Bill Duke was born on February 26, 1943 in Poughkeepsie, New York, USA.
How many credits does Bill Duke have?
Bill Duke has accumulated over 132 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2024.
What is Bill Duke's background in cinema and television?
Bill Duke is an American actor and film director born on February 26, 1943. He is known for his physically imposing frame and has worked in various genres including action, crime, drama, and comedy. Duke's acting work has spanned a significant number of credits, with a total of 125 known credits. He is a male actor who...