David Rasche
Biography
David Rasche is an American theater, film, and television actor born on August 7, 1944, in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Some sources also indicate Belleville, Illinois, as his birthplace, where he graduated from high school. Active in his acting career with a total of known credits, Rasche has appeared in numerous films and television series. Among his recognized television and film projects are Sledge Hammer!, Succession, SCTV Network 90, Flight 93, L.A. Law, Monk, The West Wing, Veep, and Ugly Betty. He is known for playing various characters in both serious and comical roles, frequently portraying figures in positions of authority throughout his career.
Career overview
David Rasche is an American theater, film, and television actor who was born on August 7, 1944, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, he has accumulated numerous known acting credits across film and television.
He has appeared in a wide variety of television series and film projects. Among his recognized television and film work are appearances in Boj o moc, SCTV Network 90, and Let číslo 93. His extensive career spans decades, establishing him as a recognizable face in both television and cinematic productions.
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119 titles- The Hunting Party (2025) as Dr. Sidney Fairfax
- Dying for Sex (2025) as Dr. Pankowitz
- Elsbeth (2024) as Monsignor Frank
- About My Father (2023) as William 'Bill' Collins XII
- Theater Camp (2023) as Dr. Bill Rauch
- The Good House (2021) as Scott
- Paper Spiders (2021) as Bill Hoffman
- Swallow (2020) as Michael Conrad
- Father Figurine (2019) as Larry Berman
- Succession (2018) as Karl Muller
- Impastor (2015) as Alden Schmidt
- Madam Secretary (2014) as Ambassador Arlen Maxwell
- Black Box (2014) as Hunter Black
- The Discoverers (2014) as Cyrus Marshall
- Freedom (2014) as Jefferson Monroe
- Amira & Sam (2014) as Jack
- The Big Wedding (2013) as Barry O'Connor
- Kill Your Darlings (2013) as Dean
- Inside Amy Schumer (2013) as CEO
- The Strange Case of Wilhelm Reich (2013) as Public Prosecutor Mr. Hills
- Petunia (2013) as Percy Petunia
- Veep (2012) as Jim Marwood
- Men in Black 3 (2012) as Agent X
- Revenge for Jolly! (2012) as Eichelberger
- Remembrance (2011) as Daniel Levine
- Blue Eyes (2010) as Marshall
- Bored to Death (2009) as Bernard
- In the Loop (2009) as Linton Barwick
- Peter and Vandy (2009) as Alan
- Crimes of the Past (2009) as Thomas Sparrow
- Burn After Reading (2008) as CIA Officer
- Finding the Burn (2008) as Self / CIA Officer (archive footage)
- The Girl in the Park (2007) as Doug
- Ugly Betty (2006) as Calvin Hartley
- Flags of Our Fathers (2006) as Senator
- The Book of Daniel (2006)
- United 93 (2006) as Donald Freeman Greene
- The Sentinel (2006) as President Ballentine
- United 93: The Families and the Film (2006) as Self
- Final Approach (2005) as Gen. Perkins
- The L.A. Riot Spectacular (2005)
- Off the Lip (2004) as Dr. Martin Shutte
- Las Vegas (2003) as Tim Valentine
- Just Married (2003) as Mr. McNerney
- Exposed (2003) as Warren Ward
- Monk (2002) as Nick Patterson
- She Spies (2002) as Norton Andrews
- Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002) as Taylor Abbott
- Teddy Bears' Picnic (2001) as Elliot Chevron
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Lawyer
- DAG (2000) as President Whitman
- The West Wing (1999) as Carl Everett
- Providence (1999) as Doc Croc
- Grown Ups (1999) as Walter
- Friends & Lovers (1999) as Richard 'Richie' Wickham
- Hard Time: Hostage Hotel (1999) as Robert Sinclair
- The Big Tease (1999) as Stig
- The Settlement (1999) as Denny
- Pros & Cons (1999) as Jack Stanford
- Tourist Trap (1998) as Derek Early
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Michael Tenzer
- That Old Feeling (1997) as Alan
- Suddenly Susan (1996) as Evan
- Pie in the Sky (1996) as Amy's Dad
- High Society (1995) as Peter Thomas
- Magic in the Water (1995) as Phillip, Patient #4
- Lieberman in Love (1995) as M.C. at Luau
- Out There (1995) as Emmett Davis
- Signs and Wonders (1995) as Brother Nahum
- Dead Weekend (1995) as Payne
- Perry Mason: The Case of the Jealous Jokester (1995) as Ben Landry
- Duckman (1994) as Baron Von Dillweed (voice)
- Burke's Law (1994) as John Ramsey
- A Million to Juan (1994) as Jeff
- Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter (1994) as Chaz Frederick
- Hart to Hart: Old Friends Never Die (1994) as Alfred Raine
- Partners (1993) as "Grave Squad" Lawyer
- Twenty Bucks (1993) as Baker
- Barbarians at the Gate (1993) as Ted Forstmann
- Nurses (1991) as Jack Trenton
- Bingo (1991) as Hal Devlin
- Delirious (1991) as Dr. Paul Kirkwood / Dennis
- Law & Order (1990) as Joe Delaney
- Masters of Menace (1990) as Buddy Wheeler
- Wedding Band (1990) as Sloane Vaughn
- Silhouette (1990) as Sheriff Kyle Lauder
- An Innocent Man (1989) as Detective Mike Parnell LBPD
- Wicked Stepmother (1989) as Steve Fisher
- Empty Nest (1988) as Jack Trenton
- Secret Witness (1988) as Sandy
- Made in Heaven (1987) as Donald Summer
- Ray's Male Heterosexual Dance Hall (1987) as Cal McGinnis
- L.A. Law (1986) as David McCoy
- Sledge Hammer! (1986) as Sledge Hammer
- Cobra (1986) as Dan
- Native Son (1986) as Buckley
- Sara (1985)
- Code Name: Foxfire (1985) as Sam Rawlings
- Miami Vice (1984) as Surf
- Kate & Allie (1984)
- Best Defense (1984) as Jeff
- The Lost Honor of Kathryn Beck (1984) as Donald Catton
- Hellfire (1983) as Rev Howard Woode
- Special Bulletin (1983) as David McKeeson
- American Playhouse (1982) as Buckley
- American Playhouse (1982) as Cal McGinnis (segment 'Ray's Male Heterosexual Dance Hall')
- Fighting Back (1982) as Michael Taylor
- Honky Tonk Freeway (1981) as Eddie White
- Just Tell Me What You Want (1980) as Stopwatch Producer
- Mrs. Columbo (1979)
- Manhattan (1979) as Television Actor #3
- Something Short of Paradise (1979) as David Ritchie
- Sanctuary of Fear (1979) as Jack Collins
- An Unmarried Woman (1978) as Man who says, "Hello" (uncredited)
- The Andros Targets (1977) as Smitty
- Columbo (1971) as Patrick Kinsley
- Roker on the Road
- A Trace of Murder as Patrick Kinsley
- Elderwood
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Rasche best known for?
David Rasche is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Hunting Party (2025), Dying for Sex (2025), Elsbeth (2024), About My Father (2023).
When and where was David Rasche born?
David Rasche was born on August 7, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
How many credits does David Rasche have?
David Rasche has accumulated over 119 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2025.
What is David Rasche's background in cinema and television?
David Rasche is an American theater, film, and television actor born on August 7, 1944, in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Some sources also indicate Belleville, Illinois, as his birthplace, where he graduated from high school. Active in his acting career with a total of known credits, Rasche has appeared in numero...