Harry Groener
Biography
Harry Groener is a German-born American actor and dancer born on September 10, 1951, in Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany. He emigrated to the United States with his family at a young age. Groener began his career in theater, making his Broadway debut in the 1979 production of "Oklahoma!" He went on to appear in shows including "Cats," "Crazy for You," and "Copenhagen." He earned several Tony nominations for musicals like "Oklahoma!" and "Cats." Groener transitioned successfully to television and film, becoming a known figure in the entertainment industry. He has accumulated 80 known credits in his acting career.
Career overview
Harry Groener began his career in theater, making his Broadway debut in the 1979 production of "Oklahoma!". He went on to appear in shows including "Cats", "Crazy for You", and "Copenhagen". Groener earned several Tony nominations for musicals like "Oklahoma!" and "Cats".
Groener successfully transitioned to television and film, expanding his acting credits beyond the stage. The breadth of his acting experience is reflected in his known credits, which total 80. His versatility as an actor has allowed him to work in a variety of roles and genres.
As a seasoned actor, Groener has accumulated a significant body of work. His extensive experience in theater, television, and film has solidified his position in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning multiple decades, Groener continues to be a respected figure in the acting community.
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- Such a Pretty Girl (2025) as Frank
- Oppenheimer (2023) as Senator McGee
- White House Plumbers (2023) as Senator Phillip Hart
- 9-1-1: Lone Star (2020) as Joe
- A Place Among the Dead (2020) as Dad
- The Rookie (2018) as Mr. Walker
- The Resident (2018) as Bartholomew McGainn
- Delirium (2018) as Psychiatrist
- A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) as Harry Kenney
- Young Sheldon (2017) as Elliot Douglas
- A Cure for Wellness (2017) as Pembroke
- Ghosted (2017) as Stafford Yates
- Diani and Devine Meet the Apocalypse (2016) as Hap
- The Atticus Institute (2015) as Lawrence Henault
- Kittens in a Cage (2015) as Judge Dodd
- Bread and Butter (2014) as Donald Karinsky
- Once Upon a Time (2011) as Martin
- The Selling (2011) as Auction Man
- Law & Order: LA (2010) as Attorney Spicer
- Modern Family (2009) as Joel L.L. Logan
- The Middle (2009) as Gene
- The Mentalist (2008) as Francisco Navarro
- Breaking Bad (2008) as Dr. Chavez
- The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2006) as Governor
- Supernatural (2005) as Professor Morrison
- Bones (2005) as Henry Atlas
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Clint
- Medium (2005) as Joe's Boss
- Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards (2005) as Bobby Child (segment "Crazy For You") (archive footage)
- Jack & Bobby (2004)
- Las Vegas (2003) as Gunther the Chef
- I'm with Her (2003) as Principal Marvin Talbot
- Broadway's Lost Treasures (2003) as Munkustrap (segment "Cats")
- Monk (2002) as John Ricca
- Less than Perfect (2002) as Dr. Lars Skaarsgard
- Road to Perdition (2002) as Mr. McDougal
- Watching Ellie (2002) as Robert
- About Schmidt (2002) as John Rusk
- Manna from Heaven (2002) as Tony
- Role of a Lifetime (2002) as Brad Collings
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) as Nathan Samuels
- The Bernie Mac Show (2001) as Dr. Lyons
- The Guardian (2001) as Fulton Trout
- The Day the World Ended (2001) as Sherrif Ken
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Peyton Tallman
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Rudy
- Boston Public (2000) as Mr. Jacobs
- Buddy Boy (2000)
- The West Wing (1999) as Roger Tribbey
- Judging Amy (1999) as Mike Holcombe
- Roswell (1999) as Burton Weiss
- Family Law (1999)
- Time of Your Life (1999)
- Charmed (1998) as Father Thomas
- Patch Adams (1998) as Dr. Prack
- Dance with Me (1998) as Michael
- King of the Hill (1997) as Dr. Tate / Larry (voice)
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) as Mayor Wilkins
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Headmaster Reilly
- Working (1997) as Alan Norman
- George & Leo (1997)
- Amistad (1997) as Tecora Captain
- 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) as Dr. Breen
- Profiler (1996) as Vincent Capobianco
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as The Magistrate
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Dr. Hershlag
- Caroline in the City (1995) as Henry
- Mad About You (1992) as Lance Brockwell
- Home Improvement (1991) as Fred
- Law & Order (1990) as Terrence Dwyer
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Detective Ward
- Dear John (1988) as Ralph Drang
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Tam Elbrun
- Leg Work (1987)
- Matlock (1986) as Rod Greenwood
- Kane & Abel (1985) as Lowell Kane
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Klaus Brinkmann
- Remington Steele (1982) as Preston Hayes
- Brubaker (1980) as Dr. Campbell
- Broadway: The Next Generation as Self