Dennis Farina
Biography
Dennis Farina was an American actor. Born on February 29, 1944, he is known for typecast roles as a mobster or police officer. He appeared in various films and television shows, including Manhunter, Midnight Run, Get Shorty, Snatch, New Girl, Crime Story, and Law & Order. Farina also hosted and narrated the television program Unsolved Mysteries on Spike TV from 2008 to 2010. His last major television role was in HBO's Luck, which premiered on January 29, 2012. Farina passed away on July 22, 2013. Throughout his career, he accumulated 91 known credits.
Career overview
Dennis Farina was an American actor known for his roles in various films and television shows. He often played characters typecast as mobsters or police officers. Farina appeared in several notable films, including Manhunter, Midnight Run, Get Shorty, and Snatch. He also had significant roles in television series such as Crime Story and Law & Order.
In addition to his film and television work, Farina hosted and narrated the television program Unsolved Mysteries on Spike TV from 2008 to 2010. His last major television role was in HBO's Luck, which premiered on January 29, 2012. Farina's acting credits span multiple genres and formats, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Throughout his career, Farina demonstrated a range of acting abilities, taking on various roles that showcased his talent. His performances in films and television shows have contributed to his lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
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- Authors Anonymous (2014) as John K. Butzin
- Lucky Stiff (2014) as Luigi
- Luck (2012) as Gus Demitriou
- New Girl (2011) as Walt Miller
- The Looney Tunes Show (2011) as Frank Russo (voice)
- The Last Rites of Joe May (2011) as Joe May
- Knucklehead (2010) as Memphis Earl
- What Happens in Vegas (2008) as Richard Banger
- Bottle Shock (2008) as Maurice Cantavale
- Purple Violets (2007) as Gilmore
- The Grand (2007) as L.B.J. Deuce Fairbanks
- You Kill Me (2007) as Edward O'Leary
- Bagboy (2007) as Marty
- Wait 'Til Next Year: The Saga of the Chicago Cubs (2006) as Narrator
- Law & Order: Trial by Jury (2005) as Joe Fontana
- Empire Falls (2005) as Walt Comeau
- The Making of 'Heat' (2005) as Self
- Justice League Unlimited (2004) as Wildcat (voice)
- Paparazzi (2004) as Detective Burton
- This Old Cub (2004) as Himself
- In-Laws (2002) as Victor Pellet
- Big Trouble (2002) as Henry Desalvo
- Stealing Harvard (2002) as Mr. Warner
- Sidewalks of New York (2001) as Carpo
- Dinner for Five (2001)
- Making 'Snatch' (2001) as Self
- Snatch (2000) as Avi
- Reindeer Games (2000) as Jack Banks
- Bad Seed (2000) as Dick Muller
- Family Guy (1999) as Dennis Farina (voice)
- The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn (1999) as Self
- The Mod Squad (1999) as Captain Adam Greer
- Saving Private Ryan (1998) as Lieutenant Colonel Anderson
- Out of Sight (1998) as Marshall Sisco
- Buddy Faro (1998) as Buddy Faro
- That Old Feeling (1997) as Dan De Mora
- Bella Mafia (1997) as Don Roberto Luciano
- Eddie (1996) as John Bailey
- Get Shorty (1995) as Ray 'Bones' Barboni
- Bonanza: Under Attack (1995) as Charley Siringo
- Out of Annie's Past (1995) as Charlie Ingle
- Little Big League (1994) as George O'Farrell
- One Woman's Courage (1994) as Craig McKenna
- The Corpse Had a Familiar Face (1994) as Detective Harry Lindstrom
- Striking Distance (1993) as Nick Detillo
- Romeo Is Bleeding (1993) as Nick Gazzara (uncredited)
- Another Stakeout (1993) as Brian O'Hara
- A Stranger in the Mirror (1993)
- The Disappearance of Nora (1993) as Denton
- Cruel Doubt (1992) as Tom Brereton
- Drug Wars: The Cocaine Cartel (1992) as Mike Cerone
- Mac (1992) as Mr. Stunder
- We're Talkin' Serious Money (1992) as Sal
- Street Crimes (1992) as Brian
- The American Gangster (1992) as Narrator
- Drug Wars: The Cocaine Cartel (1992) as Mike Cerone
- Perfect Crimes (1991) as Armand Zaro
- Law & Order (1990) as Joe Fontana
- Men Of Respect (1990) as Bankie Como
- Havana (1990) as Joe Volpe's Assistant (uncredited)
- Blind Faith (1990) as Prosecutor Kelly
- People Like Us (1990) as Elias Renthall
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Antoine
- The Case of the Hillside Stranglers (1989) as Angelo Buono
- Unsolved Mysteries (1988) as Host
- China Beach (1988) as Lt. Colonel Edward Edward Vincent
- Midnight Run (1988) as Jimmy Serrano, Chicago mobster
- Open Admissions (1988) as Fred Carlson
- Six Against the Rock (1987) as Robert Stroud
- Crime Story (1986) as Lt. Mike Torello
- Crime Story: Pilot (1986) as Lt. Mike Torello
- Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling (1986) as Freddy
- Birthday Boy (1986) as Diner Owner
- Triplecross (1986) as Veteran Cop, Ernie
- Manhunter (1986) as Jack Crawford
- MacGruder and Loud (1985) as Bodyguard
- Code of Silence (1985) as Det. Dorato
- Lady Blue (1985)
- Final Jeopardy (1985) as Policeman #2
- Miami Vice (1984) as Albert Lombard
- Hunter (1984) as Vic Terranova
- The Toughest Man in the World (1984) as John
- The Killing Floor (1984) as Supervisor
- The Impostor (1984) as Detective
- Hard Knox (1984)
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983) as Ed Coley
- Through Naked Eyes (1983) as Patrolman
- American Playhouse (1982) as Supervisor
- Remington Steele (1982) as Uniform
- Thief (1981) as Carl
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self