Gerard Plunkett
Biography
Gerard Plunkett is an Irish-Canadian actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater. He began his career as a stand-up comedian and theater actor before transitioning to film and television in the 1980s. Plunkett has appeared in numerous productions, including The 6th Day, Rat Race, Snakes on a Plane, 2012, and Sucker Punch. On television, he has starred in Da Vinci's Inquest, Intelligence, and A Million Little Things, as well as made guest appearances in Stargate SG-1, Fringe, The X-Files, and Smallville. Plunkett was born on August 14, 1955, in Dublin, Ireland. He is a male actor with a content score of 100, indicating a high level of verified information about his acting career.
Career overview
Gerard Plunkett is an Irish-Canadian actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater. He began his career as a stand-up comedian and theater actor before transitioning to film and television in the 1980s. Plunkett has appeared in numerous productions, including The 6th Day, Rat Race, Snakes on a Plane, 2012, and Sucker Punch.
On television, Plunkett has had starring roles in Da Vinci's Inquest and Intelligence, and guest appearances in Stargate SG-1, Fringe, The X-Files, and Smallville. He has also appeared in A Million Little Things. Plunkett's extensive television credits demonstrate his ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and genres.
Throughout his career, Plunkett has accumulated a significant number of credits, with 83 known credits to his name. His experience in film, television, and theater has allowed him to develop a diverse range of skills, making him a valuable asset to the entertainment industry.
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88 titles- The Vince Staples Show (2024) as Stanley
- Family Practice Mysteries: Coming Home (2024) as Rick Davis
- A Fabled Holiday (2022) as Older Gentleman/Narrator
- The Wedding Veil Legacy (2022) as Leland
- Revisor (2020) as Doctor Harlow (voice)
- Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Game of Cat and Mouse (2019) as Edward Irons
- A Million Little Things (2018) as Reverend Stewart
- Love at First Dance (2018) as Howard
- Deadly Deed: A Fixer Upper Mystery (2018) as Charles Potter
- Royal New Year's Eve (2017) as King Richard
- Christmas at Holly Lodge (2017) as Sir Ian
- DC's Legends of Tomorrow (2016) as Reverend Parsons
- Travelers (2016) as Ted Bishop
- A Heavenly Christmas (2016) as Ben
- Garage Sale Mystery: The Novel Murders (2016) as Professor Myles Fowler
- Backstrom (2015) as Leyland Eaton
- Gourmet Detective (2015) as Raymond
- Seventh Son (2014) as Prelate
- Clue: A Movie Mystery Adventure (2014) as Mr. Whittaker
- June in January (2014) as Richard Blackwell
- A Christmas Story 2 (2012) as Hank Catenhauser
- Camera Shy (2012) as Bob Sterling
- Sucker Punch (2011) as Stepfather
- Seduced by Lies (2011) as Jacques
- 2012 (2009) as Isaacs - MI6 Officer
- Impact (2009) as Terence Young
- Echoes (2009) as Dr. Wolfram
- Fringe (2008) as Senator James Van Horn
- Sanctuary (2008) as Fordis
- Fear Itself (2008) as Dr. Wolfram
- Nightwatching (2007) as Engelan
- Psych (2006) as Dr. Elliot
- Snakes on a Plane (2006) as Paul
- Eight Below (2006) as Dr. Andy Harrison
- Haeckel's Tale (2006) as Dr. Hauser (as Gerrard Plunkett)
- Supernatural (2005) as Plutus
- Two for the Money (2005) as Herbie
- Action Man: X Missions The Movie (2005) as Mr. W (voice)
- Ark (2005) as Minister Eserbus (voice)
- Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004) as Turaga Dume (voice)
- The Lazarus Child (2004) as David Gateskill
- Devil Winds (2003) as Dr. Raymond Ardmore
- Ben Hur (2003) as Pontius Pilate (voice)
- The Dead Zone (2002) as Dr. Lawrence
- Smallville (2001) as Donovan Jamison
- Rat Race (2001) as High Roller
- Strange Frequency (2001) as Miles Davenport
- D'Myna Leagues (2001) as Commissioner Radcliffe (voice)
- Strange Frequency (2001) as Miles Davenport (segment 'Room Service')
- Suddenly Naked (2001) as Rod Poker
- Andromeda (2000) as Bloodmist
- The 6th Day (2000) as Technician
- Lion of Oz (2000) as Oak Tree (voice)
- Murder at the Cannes Film Festival (2000) as Trevor Hayes
- Shutterspeed (2000) as Griffin Brockman
- Sabrina: The Animated Series (1999) as (voice)
- Dudley Do-Right (1999) as Spinworthy
- Assault on Death Mountain (1999) as Dr. Sarkisian
- Futuresport (1999) as Edgar (voice)
- A Cooler Climate (1999) as Graham
- Life in a Day (1999) as Dr. Leo Sardis
- Da Vinci's Inquest (1998)
- Wrongfully Accused (1998) as Sir Robert McKintyre
- Baby Monitor: Sound of Fear (1998) as Marcus
- My Husband's Secret Life (1998)
- Stargate SG-1 (1997) as High Councilor Tuplo
- Mummies Alive! (1997) as Scarab - Harris Stone - Mr. Stone (voix)
- Contagious (1997) as Sklar
- Exception to the Rule (1997) as Diamond Merchant
- The Sentinel (1996) as Adam Latham
- Titanic (1996) as 4. Offizier Joseph G. Boxhall
- Sliders (1995) as Father Jerry
- Sliders (1995) as Driver
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Gideon
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Admiral Birch
- The Outer Limits (1995) as George
- DarkStalkers (1995) as Klaus Schmendrick (voice)
- Snow White (1995) as (voice)
- Sleeping Beauty (1995) as (voice)
- Black Beauty (1995) as (voice)
- Little Orphan Annie's A Very Animated Christmas (1995) as Hotchkiss (voice)
- Viper (1994) as Jules Morak
- Viper (1994) as Dieter Imhoff
- Cinderella (1994) as (voice)
- The Nutcracker (1994) as (voice)
- The X-Files (1993) as Dr. Calderon
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as James Bailey
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Roland Kantos
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gerard Plunkett best known for?
Gerard Plunkett is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including A Million Little Things (2018), The Charge (2003), Travelers (2016), Go Big or Go Nine (2026).
When and where was Gerard Plunkett born?
Gerard Plunkett was born on August 14, 1955 in Dublin, Ireland.
How many credits does Gerard Plunkett have?
Gerard Plunkett has accumulated over 88 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1992 to 2024.
What is Gerard Plunkett's background in cinema and television?
Gerard Plunkett is an Irish-Canadian actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater. He began his career as a stand-up comedian and theater actor before transitioning to film and television in the 1980s. Plunkett has appeared in numerous productions, including The 6th Day, Rat Race, Snakes on a Pl...