Jim Beaver
Biography
Jim Beaver is an American actor. He was born on August 12, 1950, in Laramie, Wyoming, USA. Beaver has appeared in numerous film and television productions. He portrayed Bobby Singer in the series Supernatural. He also played Whitney Ellsworth in the HBO Western drama series Deadwood, Sheriff Shelby Parlow on the FX series Justified, and Robert "Dakota Bob" Singer on the Amazon Prime Video series The Boys. Beaver's acting credits include over 100 roles. He has written a memoir titled Life's That Way, which was published in April 2009.
Career overview
Jim Beaver is an American actor known for his work in television and film. He has appeared in numerous roles throughout his career, with a notable presence in several notable series. One of his most recognizable roles is as Bobby Singer in the television series Supernatural. He has also played Whitney Ellsworth in the HBO Western drama series Deadwood, earning him a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination for Ensemble Acting. In addition to his work in television, Beaver has also appeared in various films.
Beaver's acting credits span multiple genres and platforms, with a notable presence in Western dramas and crime series. He has also appeared in other notable series, including Justified, where he played the role of Sheriff Shelby Parlow. His work in television has garnered attention and recognition within the industry. Beaver has also expanded his reach into film, with appearances in various movies.
Throughout his career, Jim Beaver has demonstrated his versatility as an actor, taking on a wide range of roles in different genres and mediums. His work continues to be recognized and celebrated within the industry, with a notable presence in television and film.
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112 titles- Outer Range (2022) as Harrison Farber
- The Winchesters (2022) as Bobby Singer
- No More Time (2022) as Radio Host
- Nightmare Alley (2021) as Sheriff Jedediah Judd
- B Positive (2020) as Spencer
- Blindfire (2020) as Sergeant Ward
- The Boys (2019) as Secretary of Defense Robert A. Singer
- Watchmen (2019) as Andy
- Deadwood: The Movie (2019) as Whitney Ellsworth (archive footage)
- Mama Bear (2019) as Doctor
- Remember the Sultana (2018) as Joseph Taylor Elliott / First Engineering Officer Nathaniel Wintringer (voice)
- Hospitality (2018) as The Boss
- Billy Boy (2018) as Crabtree
- Young Sheldon (2017) as Kenneth
- Timeless (2016) as NSA Agent Jake Neville
- The Ranch (2016) as Chuck
- The Frontier (2016) as Lee
- Injection (2016) as Pops
- Better Call Saul (2015) as Lawson
- Crimson Peak (2015) as Carter Cushing
- The Adventures of Biffle and Shooster (2015) as The Captain
- Nikki & Nora: The N&N Files (2014) as Arliss Fontenot
- Night Riders (2013) Writer
- Night Riders (2013) Director
- Night Riders (2013) Screenplay
- Night Riders (2013) Executive Producer
- Major Crimes (2012) as Donald Beckwith
- Longmire (2012) as Lee Rosky
- Revolution (2012) as John Franklin Fry
- Love Bites (2011) as Trucker
- The Legend of Hell's Gate: An American Conspiracy (2011) as J. Wright Mooar
- Justified (2010) as Shelby Parlow
- Justified (2010) as Drew Thompson
- Justified (2010) as Shelby Parlow / Drew Thompson
- Law & Order: LA (2010) as Frank Loomis
- The Middle (2009) as Eddie Stokes
- Lie to Me (2009) as Gus Sloan
- Harper's Island (2009) as Charlie Mills
- Dark and Stormy Night (2009) as Jack Tugdon
- The Mentalist (2008) as Cobb Holwell
- Breaking Bad (2008) as Lawson
- Reflections (2008) as Franck
- Next (2007) as Wisdom
- John from Cincinnati (2007) as Vietnam Joe
- Dexter (2006) as Hannah’s father
- Psych (2006) as Pete Dillingham
- The Unit (2006) as Lloyd Cole
- Big Love (2006) as Carter Reese
- Day Break (2006) as 'Uncle' Nick Vukovic
- Supernatural (2005) as Bobby Singer
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Sheriff Williams
- Bones (2005) as George Gibbons
- Care Bears: Big Wish Movie (2005) Music Coordinator
- Wheelmen (2005) as Agent Hammond
- Deadwood (2004) as Whitney Ellsworth
- NCIS (2003) as Captain Tom O'Rourke
- Tremors (2003) as Sheriff Sam Boggs
- The Lyon's Den (2003) as Hank Ferris
- The Life of David Gale (2003) as Duke Grover
- Monk (2002) as Sheriff Ronald Mathis
- Adaptation. (2002) as Ranger Tony
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) as Daniel Leonard
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Ranger Diggory
- Six Feet Under (2001) as Prison Officer
- The Division (2001) as Fred Zito
- Joy Ride (2001) as Sheriff Ritter
- Warden of Red Rock (2001) as Jefferson Bent
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Stanley Tanner
- The Trouble with Normal (2000) as Gary
- The West Wing (1999) as Carl
- Magnolia (1999) as Smiling Peanut Patron #1
- That '70s Show (1998) as Tony
- Mr. Murder (1998) as Agent Jason Reiling
- Total Security (1997) as Detective McKissick
- Divided by Hate (1997) as Danny Leland
- Wounded (1997) as Agent Eric Ashton
- 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) as Happy Doug
- Bone Chillers (1996) as Edgar Allan Poe
- Murder One (1995) as Donald Cleary
- Thunder Alley (1994) as Leland DuParte
- Bad Girls (1994) as Pinkerton Detective Graves
- Blue Chips (1994) as Ricky's Father
- The X-Files (1993) as Coroner
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Henry Barnes
- Sliver (1993) as Detective Ira
- Geronimo: An American Legend (1993) as Proclamation Officer
- Gunsmoke: The Long Ride (1993) as Traveling Blacksmith
- Melrose Place (1992) as Ranger Virgil
- Sister Act (1992) as Clarkson
- Twogether (1992) as Oscar
- Gunsmoke: To the Last Man (1992) as Deputy Willie Rudd
- Home Improvement (1991) as Duke Miller
- Reasonable Doubts (1991) as Detective Earl Gaddis
- Nasty Boys (1990) as Wetstone
- El Diablo (1990) as Spivey Irick
- Follow Your Heart (1990) as Craig Hraboy
- The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson (1990) as Maj. Trimble
- Turner & Hooch (1989) as Plant Manager
- Mothers, Daughters and Lovers (1989) as Sheriff Jack Edzard
- In Country (1989) as Earl Smith
- Perry Mason: The Case of the Lady in the Lake (1988) as Motel Manager
- Defense Play (1988) as FBI Man
- Jake and the Fatman (1987) as Defense Attorney
- Tour of Duty (1987) Writer
- Sweet Revenge (1987) as Smuggler (uncredited)
- Sweet Revenge (1987) Additional Dialogue
- Matlock (1986) as Barney Sutler
- The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985) Writer
- Girls of the White Orchid (1983) as Pedestrian
- Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (1979) as Cowboy Player (uncredited)
- The Seniors (1978) as Client (uncredited)
- Semi-Tough (1977) as B.E.A.T. Member (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jim Beaver best known for?
Jim Beaver is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Outer Range (2022), The Winchesters (2022), Nightmare Alley (2021), B Positive (2020).
When and where was Jim Beaver born?
Jim Beaver was born on August 12, 1950 in Laramie, Wyoming, USA.
How many credits does Jim Beaver have?
Jim Beaver has accumulated over 112 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2022.
What is Jim Beaver's background in cinema and television?
Jim Beaver is an American actor. He was born on August 12, 1950, in Laramie, Wyoming, USA. Beaver has appeared in numerous film and television productions. He portrayed Bobby Singer in the series Supernatural. He also played Whitney Ellsworth in the HBO Western drama series Deadwood, Sheriff Shelby Parlow on the FX ser...