Brian Thompson
Biography
Brian Thompson is an American actor born on August 28, 1959, in Ellensburg, Washington, and raised in Longview. He stands six-foot-four and is known for his distinctive square-jaw profile, powerful voice, and imposing stature. He attended Central Washington University, where he studied business management, played football, and appeared in school productions, before earning a Master of Fine Arts from the University of California, Irvine. He initially trained and pursued a career in musical theater, performing at Riverside. Known for playing both positive and negative roles, Thompson has starred in numerous action films and comedies, including Joe Dirt, The Three Amigos, Weird Science, Key West, Life Stinks, Terminator, and Californication.
Career overview
Brian Thompson is an American actor born on August 28, 1959, in Ellensburg, Washington, and raised in Longview. Standing six-foot-four with a distinctive square-jaw profile and powerful voice, he has starred in numerous action films and comedies, including Joe Dirt, The Three Amigos, Weird Science, Key West, and Life Stinks. He is also known for his work in projects such as Terminátor and Californication, and is recognized for playing both positive and negative roles.
Before beginning his screen career, Thompson attended Central Washington University, where he studied business management, played football, and performed in school productions. He later moved to California and earned a Master of Fine Arts from the University of California, Irvine. Initially, he trained and pursued a career in musical theater, performing at Riverside. With 97 known acting credits on his record, he continues his career in film and television.
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Full Filmography
103 titles- Fallout (2024) as Coronado Elder
- Ba (2024) as Token Man
- The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) as Murderer
- Finding Love in Quarantine: The Movie (2021) as Roger Grandstand
- I Am That Man (2019) as CIA Agent Gregory Halpin
- Disappearance (2019) as Captain Cody
- Hoax (2019) as John Singer
- 9-1-1 (2018) as Capt. Vincent Gerrard
- The Orville (2017) as Drogen
- Trafficked (2017) as Max
- Made Vicious (2017) as Al
- Big Muddy (2017) as Wyatt Cooper
- You're So Cool, Brewster! The Story of Fright Night (2016) as Himself
- The Extendables (2014) as Vardell Duseldorfer
- The Extendables (2014) Director
- The Extendables (2014) Writer
- The Extendables (2014) Producer
- Beyond the Game (2014) as Hunter
- An American Terror (2013) as The Junker
- Perception (2012) as Vernon Hill
- Spirit of a Denture (2012) as Jasper Crow
- Put Up Your Dux: The True Story of Bloodsport (2012) as Himself
- Love's Christmas Journey (2011) as Cass
- The Arcadian (2011) as Agmundr
- Dark Games (2011) as Detective Joe Grimes
- Hawaii Five-0 (2010) as IA Detective Nicholas Cruz
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as CIA Officer Steven Erdnase
- Dragonquest (2009) as Kirill
- The Last of the Just (2008) as Shein
- Californication (2007) as Mr. Scary
- Chuck (2007) as Cliff
- Fist of the Warrior (2007) as Max
- Flight of the Living Dead (2007) as Kevin
- The Legend of Tillamook's Gold (2006) as Jimmy Kimbell
- Monsters Gone Wild (2005)
- NCIS (2003) as Vince Nutter
- Epoch: Evolution (2003) as Tower
- Birds of Prey (2002) as The Crawler
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) as Admiral Valdore
- Joe Dirt (2001) as Buffalo Bob
- Epoch (2001) as Captain Tower
- The Order (2001) as Cyrus
- Jason and the Argonauts (2000) as Hercules
- If Tomorrow Comes (2000) as Sergio
- Crusade (1999) as Robert Black
- Charmed (1998) as War
- Charmed (1998) as Cronus
- V.I.P. (1998) as Thomas Binford Shaklee
- Seven Days (1998)
- Inside The X-Files (1998) as Self
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) as Luke
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) as The Judge
- Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997) as Shao Kahn
- Bouncers (1997) as Victor
- Perfect Target (1997) as Major Oxnard
- The Guardian (1997) as Chester Calvado
- DragonHeart (1996) as Brok
- Kindred: The Embraced (1996) as Eddie Fiori
- Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995) as Goth the Barbarian
- Weird Science (1994)
- Star Trek: Generations (1994) as Klingon Helm
- The X-Files (1993) as Alien Bounty Hunter
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Inglatu
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Toman'torax
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Leo Cale
- Key West (1993) as Sheriff Cody Jeremiah Jefferson
- Doctor Mordrid (1992) as Kabal
- The Naked Truth (1992) as Bruno
- Rage and Honor (1992) as Conrad Drago
- Ted & Venus (1991) as Herb
- Life Stinks (1991) as Mean Victor
- The Owl (1991) as Barkeeper
- Lionheart (1990) as Russell
- Hired to Kill (1990) as Frank Ryan
- Moon 44 (1990) as Jake O'Neal
- In the Cold of the Night (1990) as Phil
- After the Shock (1990) as Tom
- Baywatch (1989)
- Alien Nation (1989) as Peter Rabbit
- Miracle Mile (1989) as Power Lifter
- Three Fugitives (1989) as Second Thug
- Nightwish (1989) as Dean
- Superboy (1988)
- Fright Night Part 2 (1988) as Bozworth
- Alien Nation (1988) as Trent Porter
- Pass the Ammo (1988) as Kenny Hamilton
- Something Is Out There (1988)
- Favorite Son (1988) as Peterson
- Martini Ranch: Reach (1988) as Coffin Maker #2
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Second Officer Klag
- Werewolf (1987) as Nicholas Remy
- Catch the Heat (1987) as Danny Boy
- You Talkin' to Me? (1987) as James
- Commando Squad (1987) as Clint Jensen
- Cobra (1986) as Night Slasher
- ¡Three Amigos! (1986) as German's Other Friend
- Moonlighting (1985) as Simon's Man
- Street Hawk (1985) as Punk #1
- The Terminator (1984) as Punk
- Fatal Vision (1984) as Lt. Harrison
- Firefight (1983)
- Knight Rider (1982) as Kurt
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Hopkins
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Brian Thompson best known for?
Brian Thompson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fallout (2024), The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021), 9-1-1 (2018), The Orville (2017).
When and where was Brian Thompson born?
Brian Thompson was born on August 28, 1959 in Ellensburg, Washington, USA.
How many credits does Brian Thompson have?
Brian Thompson has accumulated over 103 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2024.
What is Brian Thompson's background in cinema and television?
Brian Thompson is an American actor born on August 28, 1959, in Ellensburg, Washington, and raised in Longview. He stands six-foot-four and is known for his distinctive square-jaw profile, powerful voice, and imposing stature. He attended Central Washington University, where he studied business management, played footb...
Brian Thompson by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Werewolf (1987) as Nicholas Remy — aged about 27
- The X-Files (1993) as Alien Bounty Hunter — aged about 33
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Second Officer Klag — aged about 27
- 9-1-1 (2018) as Capt. Vincent Gerrard — aged about 58
- Charmed (1998) as War — aged about 38
- Charmed (1998) as Cronus — aged about 38
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