Dan Hedaya
Biography
Dan Hedaya is an American actor born on July 24, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He began performing at the campus theater while a student at Tufts University. Hedaya often portrays sleazy villains or uptight, wisecracking individuals. Two of his notable roles are in the Coen brothers' crime thriller Blood Simple and the sitcom Cheers. Hedaya's acting career spans numerous credits, with a total of 123 known credits. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry, with a content score of 100.
Career overview
Dan Hedaya is an American actor born on July 24, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. While a student at Tufts University, he began performing at the campus theater. Hedaya's acting career has spanned various roles, often portraying characters as sleazy villains or uptight, wisecracking individuals.
He has appeared in notable works, including a role as a cuckolded husband in the Coen brothers' crime thriller Blood Simple. Hedaya is also known for his portrayal of a scheming character in the sitcom Cheers. These performances demonstrate his range as an actor and his ability to take on diverse roles.
Dan Hedaya's extensive acting credits include work in film and television, with a total of 123 known credits. His acting career has been marked by a consistent presence in the entertainment industry, with a focus on bringing complex characters to life on screen.
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130 titles- Influenced (2026)
- Slapface (2022) as Sheriff John Thurston
- Funny Face (2021) as Benj
- The God Committee (2021) as Emmett Granger
- The Big Take (2018) as Frank Maniscalpo
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) as Red
- Black Dog, Red Dog (2015) as Norman
- Gotham (2014) as Detective Dix
- Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014) as Dam Inspector
- The Humbling (2014) as Asa
- Golden Boy (2013) as Francis Diaco
- Clutter (2013) as Walter Bickford
- The Mindy Project (2012) as Alan Castellano
- The Normals (2012) as Ragnar
- Person of Interest (2011) as Bernie Sullivan
- Too Big to Fail (2011) as Congressman Barney Frank
- The Extra Man (2010) as Aresh
- Lipstick Jungle (2008) as Dimitri Pappademos
- The Warrior Class (2007) as Rand
- The Book of Daniel (2006)
- Strangers with Candy (2006) as Guy Blank
- The Good Student (2006) as Gabe
- Robots (2005) as Mr. Gunk (voice)
- Pizza My Heart (2005) as Vinnie Montebello
- Lucky (2003)
- New Suit (2003) as Muster Hansau
- American Cousins (2003) as Settimo
- Monk (2002) as Jack Monk
- Swimfan (2002) as Coach Simkins
- Quicksand (2002) as General Stewart
- Mulholland Drive (2001) as Vincenzo Castigliane
- Down (2001) as Lt. McBain
- The $treet (2000) as Randy Hoder
- Shaft (2000) as Jack Roselli
- The Crew (2000) as Mike 'The Brick' Donatelli
- The Extreme Adventures of Super Dave (2000) as Gil Ruston
- Judging Amy (1999) as Detective Tarnower
- The Hurricane (1999) as Della Pesca
- Locked in Silence (1999) as Dr. Rosenstock
- Dick (1999) as President Richard M. Nixon
- A Night at the Roxbury (1998) as Kamehl Butabi
- A Civil Action (1998) as John Riley
- Alien Resurrection (1997) as General Perez
- In & Out (1997) as Military Attorney
- A Life Less Ordinary (1997) as Gabriel
- The Second Civil War (1997) as Mel Burgess
- The Garden of Redemption (1997) as Capt. Zito
- Daylight (1996) as Frank Kraft
- Ransom (1996) as Jackie Brown
- The First Wives Club (1996) as Morton Cushman
- Marvin's Room (1996) as Robert "Bob" Carter
- Freeway (1996) as Detective Wallace
- The Usual Suspects (1995) as Jeff Rabin
- Clueless (1995) as Mel Horowitz
- The Home Court (1995) as Judge Walter Ragsdale
- Fair Game (1995) as Walter Hollenbach (uncredited)
- Nixon (1995) as Trini Cardoza
- To Die For (1995) as Joe Maretto
- Picture Windows (1995) as Carl
- Search and Destroy (1995) as Tailor
- Red Wind (1995) as Detective Copernik
- ER (1994) as Herb Spivak
- Maverick (1994) as Twitchy, Riverboat Poker Player
- Another Midnight Run (1994) as Eddie Moscone
- Midnight Run Around (1994) as Eddie Moscone
- Midnight Run for Your Life (1994) as Eddie Moscone
- Because Mommy Works (1994) as Judge (uncredited)
- Homicide: Life on the Street (1993) as Leslie Drake
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Lt. Calender
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Johnny Ralls
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Detective Copernik
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Auger
- For Love or Money (1993) as Gene Salvatore
- Rookie of the Year (1993) as Larry 'Fish' Fisher
- Benny & Joon (1993) as Thomas
- Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) as Tournament Director
- Boiling Point (1993) as Brady
- Mr. Wonderful (1993) as Harvey
- Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90's (1993) as Private Investigator
- Based on an Untrue Story (1993) as Caprawolski
- Four Eyes and Six-Guns (1992) as Lester Doom
- The Addams Family (1991) as Tully Alford
- Veronica Clare (1991)
- The Whereabouts of Jenny (1991) as Vinnie
- Law & Order (1990) as Detective Brian Torelli
- Law & Order (1990) as Leslie Drake
- Pacific Heights (1990) as Loan Officer
- Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) as Frank Waturi
- Tune in Tomorrow... (1990) as Robert Quince
- Double Your Pleasure (1989) as John
- One of the Boys (1989)
- The Tortellis (1987) as Nick Tortelli
- L.A. Law (1986) as Michael Roitman
- Courage (1986) as John Fosh
- Running Scared (1986) as Captain Logan
- A Smoky Mountain Christmas (1986) as Harry
- Wise Guys (1986) as Anthony Castelo
- That Secret Sunday (1986)
- Slow Burn (1986) as Simon Fleischer
- The Equalizer (1985) as Frank Donahue
- The Twilight Zone (1985) as Nick (segment "Dealer's Choice")
- Commando (1985) as Arius
- Blood Simple (1985) as Julian Marty
- Miami Vice (1984) as Ben Schroeder
- Miami Vice (1984) as Reuben Reydolfo
- The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984) as John Gomez
- Hot Pursuit (1984) as Jake Harper
- Tightrope (1984) as Det. Molinari
- The Dollmaker (1984) as Skyros
- Reckless (1984) as Peter Daniels
- The Hunger (1983) as Lieutenant Allegrezza
- Cheers (1982) as Nick Tortelli
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Joseph Keuhnelian
- Family Ties (1982) as Joe Moore
- Endangered Species (1982) as Peck
- Cassie & Co. (1982) as Sylvan Blunt
- I'm Dancing as Fast as I Can (1982) as Dr. Klein
- Hill Street Blues (1981)
- Hill Street Blues (1981) as Ralph Macafee
- Hill Street Blues (1981) as A Bum
- True Confessions (1981) as Howard Terkel
- Night of the Juggler (1980) as Sgt. Otis Barnes
- Death Penalty (1980) as Detective Ralph Corso
- Paris (1979)
- The Seduction of Joe Tynan (1979) as Alex Heller
- The Last Tenant (1978) as Gabe
- CHiPs (1977)
- The Prince of Central Park (1977) as Hot Dog Vendor
- The Passover Plot (1976) as Yaacov
- Kojak (1973) as Dan Hudson
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dan Hedaya best known for?
Dan Hedaya is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), Gotham (2014), Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014), Molly (1999).
When and where was Dan Hedaya born?
Dan Hedaya was born on July 24, 1940 in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
How many credits does Dan Hedaya have?
Dan Hedaya has accumulated over 130 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2026.
What is Dan Hedaya's background in cinema and television?
Dan Hedaya is an American actor born on July 24, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He began performing at the campus theater while a student at Tufts University. Hedaya often portrays sleazy villains or uptight, wisecracking individuals. Two of his notable roles are in the Coen brothers' crime thriller Blood Simple and...