Chad Rook
Biography
Chad Rook is a Canadian actor, director, writer, and producer born on March 29, 1982, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Also known as Chad E. Rook, he has accumulated 42 known credits in acting over a career spanning more than two decades in film and television. His television and film work includes portraying the weather-controlling super-villain Clyde Mardon in the television series The Flash, which premiered in 2014, and playing the hardened soldier Boyle in the 2017 film War for the Planet of the Apes. His other television credits include appearances in the series Siren, The 100, and Virgin River.
Career overview
Chad Rook is an award-winning Canadian actor, director, writer, and producer with over two decades of experience in film and television. Born in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada on March 29, 1982, he has built a distinguished career defined by range, authenticity, and a commanding on-screen presence. Rook continues to impress both audiences and critics through his versatility and commitment to creating compelling, memorable characters across a variety of genres.
His notable television credits include portraying the weather-controlling super-villain Clyde Mardon in the 2014 series The Flash, as well as standout performances in acclaimed series such as The 100 in 2014, Siren in 2018, and Virgin River in 2019. In film, Rook has demonstrated his remarkable adaptability by taking on roles such as the hardened soldier Boyle in the 2017 feature film War for the Planet of the Apes.
With a known credit total of 42, Chad Rook maintains an active presence in the entertainment industry. Also known as Chad E. Rook, he utilizes online platforms to share equipment resources used for auditions, editing, cameras, camera lenses, microphones, and photo editing software.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
48 titles- BROTHER (2026) as Nolan
- Prank Night (2026) as Rand
- IT: Welcome to Derry (2025) as Staff Sgt. Masters
- A Dickens of a Christmas (2025) as Rafe
- Billy the Kid (2022) as James Dolan
- Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) as Richard Aiken
- Joe Pickett (2021) as Deputy McLanahan
- Dangerous (2021) as Blanchard
- We Came Frome The Sea (2020) as Einar / Stranger
- Virgin River (2019) as Spencer
- A Million Little Things (2018) as Shelton
- The Terror (2018) as Dale Skaggs
- Siren (2018) as Chris Mueller
- Extremity (2018) as Bob / Red Skull
- The Perfect Pickup (2018) as Adam
- The Perfect Pickup (2018) Director
- The Perfect Pickup (2018) Screenplay
- The Perfect Pickup (2018) Producer
- The Perfect Pickup (2018) Editor
- War for the Planet of the Apes (2017) as Boyle
- A Midsummer's Nightmare (2017) as Blane Thomas
- Garage Sale Mystery: The Beach Murder (2017) as Jesse
- Lethal Weapon (2016) as Sean
- Timeless (2016) as Karl
- Colony (2016) as Montoya
- iZombie (2015) as Dylan Munson
- My Life as a Dead Girl (2015) as Jackson
- The Flash (2014) as Clyde Mardon
- The 100 (2014) as Hatch
- Irregardless (2014) as Zane
- Bates Motel (2013) as Johnny B
- Motive (2013) as Jason Irvin
- Played (2013) as Isaac Tibbs
- Alcatraz (2012) as Luke
- Once Upon a Time (2011) as Captain Ahab
- The Secret Circle (2011) as Samuel
- Texas Road (2010) as Mark
- Sanctuary (2008) as Chad Spencer
- Supernatural (2005) as Marshall Todd
- Supernatural (2005) as Desmond
- Supernatural (2005) as Zachariah
- Sleepover Nightmare (2005) as Dwight
- The Brotherhood IV: the Complex (2005) as Andy
- Killer Bash (2005) as Thomas Bradford
- Dreamcatcher (2003) as Soldier (uncredited)
- John Doe (2002) as Spiked Hair
- Heritage Minutes (1991) as Jackie Parker
- Witches X as Stalker
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chad Rook best known for?
Chad Rook is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Prank Night (2026), IT: Welcome to Derry (2025), Billy the Kid (2022), Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021).
When and where was Chad Rook born?
Chad Rook was born on March 29, 1982 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
How many credits does Chad Rook have?
Chad Rook has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1991 to 2026.
What is Chad Rook's background in cinema and television?
Chad Rook is a Canadian actor, director, writer, and producer born on March 29, 1982, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Also known as Chad E. Rook, he has accumulated 42 known credits in acting over a career spanning more than two decades in film and television. His television and film work includes portraying the weathe...