David Ismalone
- Known For
- Acting
- Active Years
- 2003–2023 (21 Years)
- Total Credits
- 18 credits in database
Biography
David Ismalone is known for work as an actor, stunts performer, director, writer, fight choreographer, and action director. Growing up, he developed a love for combat sports after watching fighters like Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Andre Panza. He fell in love with martial arts after watching Bruce Lee movies, started boxing at the age of fourteen, had his first Thai boxing match at fourteen, and turned professional at eighteen. In 1997, he relocated to Thailand to continue training and fighting, participating in a total of sixty-eight fights. His film and television credits include roles and work in Ong-Bak, The Protector 2, Vampires: The Turning, Last Resort, Brawl, Beautiful Boxer, Gumball 3000: Drivin' Me Crazy, Brutal A Taste of Violence, and Furious 7.
Career overview
David Ismalone is an actor, stunts professional, director, writer, fight choreographer, and action director. As a child, he grew up watching fighters such as Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Andre Panza, which led to a developing love for combat sports. Falling in love with martial arts after watching Bruce Lee movies, he began boxing at the age of 14, had his first Thai Boxing match at the age of 14, and turned professional at 18. In 1997, he traveled to Thailand to continue his training and fighting, participating in a total of 68 fights.
Throughout his career, Ismalone has worked across multiple roles in the film industry. Some of his film credits include Ong-Bak, The Protector 2, Vampires: The Turning, Last Resort, Brawl, Beautiful Boxer, Gumball 3000: Drivin' Me Crazy, Brutal A Taste of Violence, and Furious 7. His professional background spans acting, stunt work, writing, and action coordination.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
18 titles- Last Resort (2023)
- Wild Dog (2021) Action Director
- Brutal A Taste of Violence. (2016) as The Ukrainian
- Furious 7 (2015) Fight Choreographer
- Mystic Blade (2014) Director
- The Protector 2 (2013) as No. 24
- Down for the Count (2012) Director
- Down for the Count (2012) Writer
- Brawl (2012)
- Brawl (2012) Director
- Gumball 3000: Drivin' Me Crazy (2007) as Self
- Ultraviolet (2006) Stunts
- Vampires: The Turning (2005) as Boxer
- Vampires: The Turning (2005) Stunts
- Ong-Bak (2003) as Mad Dog
- Ong-Bak (2003) Stunts
- Belly of the Beast (2003) Stunts
- Beautiful Boxer (2003) as Foreigner in Patpong
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Ismalone best known for?
David Ismalone is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Wild Dog (2021), Furious 7 (2015), The Protector 2 (2013), Ultraviolet (2006).
How many credits does David Ismalone have?
David Ismalone has accumulated over 18 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2023.
What is David Ismalone's background in cinema and television?
David Ismalone is known for work as an actor, stunts performer, director, writer, fight choreographer, and action director. Growing up, he developed a love for combat sports after watching fighters like Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Andre Panza. He fell in love with martial arts after watching Bruce Lee movies, started b...
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