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Bruce Greenwood

Known For
Acting
Born
August 12, 1956 in Noranda, Québec, Canada
Active Years
1979–2024 (46 Years)
Total Credits
165 credits in database
Acting Born Aug 12, 1956 Noranda, Québec, Canada 165 credits
165
Total Credits
1979–2024
46 Years Career Span
104
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Stuart Bruce Greenwood is a Canadian actor and producer born on August 12, 1956, in Noranda, Quebec. Known for his work in both film and television, he has established a long-standing career with 154 known credits. Beyond his professional acting pursuits, he is married to Susan Devlin, with whom he has one child. Greenwood has been recognized for his performances throughout his career, including receiving a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of John F. Kennedy. He has also received three nominations for Canadian Screen Awards for his roles in Elephant Song, The Sweet Hereafter, and Being Julia.

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Career

Career overview

Greenwood has appeared in a diverse range of film roles, gaining recognition for portraying U.S. presidents in Thirteen Days and National Treasure: Book of Secrets. He is also widely known for his role as Captain Christopher Pike in the 2009 Star Trek film and its sequel. His filmography includes appearances in Double Jeopardy as Nick Parsons, Passenger 57 as Stuart Ramsey, Father's Day as Bob Andrews, Here on Earth as Earl Cavanaugh, and The Core. Additionally, he has collaborated extensively with Canadian filmmaker Atom Egoyan, appearing in five of the director's films. His work also includes the role of Ben Stevenson in Mao's Last Dancer and a performance as National Security Advisor Bill Sokal in Rules of Engagement. Throughout his career, Greenwood has demonstrated versatility by taking on roles in various genres, ranging from historical dramas to science fiction reboots. His contributions to the industry have been acknowledged through multiple award nominations, including recognition for his work in both leading and supporting capacities. He continues to be a recognizable figure in cinema, maintaining a consistent presence in both film and television projects.

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Career timeline

The Fabulous FourThe Invisibles
The Fall of the House of UsherWhat Ever Happened to Jonny Faith
Dark Winds
The Eisen Hour
I Know This Much Is TrueDC Showcase - Batman: Death in the FamilyLie ExposedSpark: A Systemic Racism Story
Doctor SleepJett
The ResidentBatman: Gotham by GaslightSorry For Your Loss
The PostKingsman: The Golden CircleDirty DancingGerald's GameMark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House
American Crime StoryGoldSpectral
Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of CampFathers and DaughtersTruthGood KillElephant Song
Endless LoveThe Captive
Star Trek Into DarknessThe Place Beyond the PinesDevil's KnotThe Challenger DisasterAnd Now a Word from Our Sponsor
FlightThe RiverOutlaws - For Greater Glory
Super 8Meek's CutoffDonovan's EchoDonovan's Echo · ProducerCell 213
Young JusticeYoung JusticeYoung JusticeYoung JusticeYoung Justice
Star TrekStarz Inside - Unforgettably EvilMao’s Last DancerA Dog Named Christmas
The SummitCyborg Soldier
Mad MenNational Treasure: Book of SecretsI'm Not ThereJohn from CincinnatiFirehouse Dog
Déjà VuEight BelowClass of the TitansThe Mermaid Chair
American Dad!Racing StripesThe World's Fastest IndianCapoteMee-Shee: The Water Giant
I, RobotAmerican MeltdownBeing JuliaThe RivermanThe Republic Of Love
The CoreHollywood Homicide
Swept AwayAraratBelowThe Magnificent Ambersons
HavenA Girl ThingHaven
Thirteen DaysRules of EngagementHere on EarthHide and Seek
Double JeopardyThick as ThievesThe Color of CourageThe Lost SonThe Soul Collector
Disturbing Behavior
The Sweet HereafterSleepwalkersFathers' DayTell Me No SecretsThe Absolute Truth
Nowhere ManDazzleMixed BlessingsDream ManDazzle
ExoticaTreacherous BeautiesHardballThe CompanionBitter Vengeance

Full Filmography

165 titles

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Bruce Greenwood best known for?

Bruce Greenwood is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Fall of the House of Usher (2023), Dark Winds (2022), I Know This Much Is True (2020), DC Showcase - Batman: Death in the Family (2020).

When and where was Bruce Greenwood born?

Bruce Greenwood was born on August 12, 1956 in Noranda, Québec, Canada.

How many credits does Bruce Greenwood have?

Bruce Greenwood has accumulated over 165 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2024.

What is Bruce Greenwood's background in cinema and television?

Stuart Bruce Greenwood is a Canadian actor and producer born on August 12, 1956, in Noranda, Quebec. Known for his work in both film and television, he has established a long-standing career with 154 known credits. Beyond his professional acting pursuits, he is married to Susan Devlin, with whom he has one child. Green...

Bruce Greenwood by the numbers

165credits
121films
44TV series
1979–2024active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • The Resident (2018) as Randolph Bell — aged about 61
  • Young Justice (2010) as Bruce Wayne (voice) — aged about 53
  • Young Justice (2010) as Batman / Eduardo Dorado Sr. (voice) — aged about 53
  • Young Justice (2010) as Batman / Pieter Cross (voice) — aged about 53
  • Young Justice (2010) as Batman / Rumaan Harjavti (voice) — aged about 53
  • Young Justice (2010) as Batman / Wotan (voice) — aged about 53

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