Marc McClure
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 31, 1957 in San Mateo, California, USA
- Active Years
- 1951–2021 (71 Years)
- Total Credits
- 80 credits in database
Biography
Marc A. McClure is an American actor born on March 31, 1957, in San Mateo, California. He is known for playing the character Jimmy Olsen in the Superman series of films released between 1978 and 1987. Additionally, he is recognized for his role as Dave McFly in the Back to the Future films. His professional career in acting includes seventy-eight known credits on the Movie Database platform.
Career overview
Marc A. McClure is an American actor born on March 31, 1957, in San Mateo, California. He is recognized for his work in film, holding a known credit total of 78 entries in his acting career.
McClure is widely known for portraying the character Jimmy Olsen in the Superman series of films that were released between 1978 and 1987. In addition to his role in the Superman franchise, he is known for playing Dave McFly in the Back to the Future films.
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80 titles- Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) as Jerry
- Justice League (2017) as Officer Ben Sadowsky
- Powerless (2017) as Emily's Father
- Imaginary Friend (2012) as Dr. McQueen
- Hercules Saves Christmas (2011) as Mr. Rosco
- Tales from the Future (2010) as Self
- Looking Back to the Future (2009) as Self
- Looking Back to the Future (2009) Thanks
- Frost/Nixon (2008) as Network Executive
- Proud American (2008) as Sam
- Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut (2006) as Jimmy Olsen
- Driftwood (2006) as Rich Forrester
- You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman (2006) as Self
- Coach Carter (2005) as Susan's Dad
- Cold Case (2003) as Father Declan (1980)
- Freaky Friday (2003) as Boris
- The Shield (2002) as Jamison
- Little John (2002) as Mr. Davidson
- Landspeed (2002) as Granger
- Gale Force (2002) as Moran
- Venomous (2002) as Dr. Dutton
- Smallville (2001) as Dax-Ur
- The Division (2001) as George Pope
- Epoch (2001) as German Scientist
- Taking Flight: The Development of 'Superman' (2001) as Self
- Making 'Superman': Filming the Legend (2001) as Self
- The Magic Behind the Cape (2001) as Himself
- Deep Core (2000) as Mac (uncredited)
- Python (2000) as Co-Pilot
- Daybreak (2000) as Samuel White
- Storm (1999) as Dr. Brian Newmeyer
- Menno's Mind (1997) as Bennett
- That Thing You Do! (1996) as Hollywood Showcase Director
- Goode Behavior (1996) as Harry Danielson
- Murder One (1995) as Charles Galbraith
- Apollo 13 (1995) as Glynn Lunney
- Sleepstalker (1995) as Dad
- ER (1994) as Paul Huffner
- Sister, Sister (1994) as Mr. Woodman
- The Vagrant (1992) as Chuck
- The Commish (1991)
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as UFO Lecturer
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Teacher
- Back to the Future Part III (1990) as Dave McFly
- Grim Prairie Tales (1990) as Tom
- Back to the Future Part II (1989) as Dave McFly (uncredited)
- Chances Are (1989) as Richard
- After Midnight (1989) as Kevin (segment "The Old Dark House")
- Monsters (1988) as Nash
- The Perfect Match (1988) as Tim Wainwright
- Amazon Women on the Moon (1987) as Ray (segment "Video Date")
- Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987) as Jimmy Olsen
- Scary Tales: Night Elevator (1986) as Howard
- Back to the Future (1985) as Dave McFly
- The Making of 'Superman III' (1985) as Self
- Hunter (1984) as Ralph Skinner
- Supergirl (1984) as Jimmy Olsen
- Superman III (1983) as Jimmy Olsen
- The Making of 'Superman II' (1983) as Self
- Pandemonium (1982) as Randy
- The Making of 'Superman: The Movie' (1982) as Self
- Strange Behavior (1981) as Oliver Myerhoff
- Superman II (1980) as Jimmy Olsen
- Used Cars (1980) as Heavy Duty Dubois
- California Fever (1979)
- The Sky Trap (1979) as Grant Stone
- Superman (1978) as Jimmy Olsen
- I Wanna Hold Your Hand (1978) as Larry Dubois
- Coming Home (1978) as High School Class Pres.
- The Fitzpatricks (1977) as Howard
- Mulligan's Stew (1977)
- James at 15 (1977) as Richie Gammons
- The Phone Call (1977) as Scott
- Once an Eagle (1976) as Red
- Freaky Friday (1976) as Boris Harris
- State Fair (1976) as Boy at Fair
- Bronk (1975)
- Happy Days (1974)
- The Waltons (1972)
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Mr. Davidson
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Marc McClure best known for?
Marc McClure is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021), Justice League (2017), Frost/Nixon (2008), Cold Case Files (2017).
When and where was Marc McClure born?
Marc McClure was born on March 31, 1957 in San Mateo, California, USA.
How many credits does Marc McClure have?
Marc McClure has accumulated over 80 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2021.
What is Marc McClure's background in cinema and television?
Marc A. McClure is an American actor born on March 31, 1957, in San Mateo, California. He is known for playing the character Jimmy Olsen in the Superman series of films released between 1978 and 1987. Additionally, he is recognized for his role as Dave McFly in the Back to the Future films. His professional career in a...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Mr. Davidson — aged about 5
- Back to the Future (1985) as Dave McFly — aged about 28
- The Shield (2002) as Jamison — aged about 45
- Smallville (2001) as Dax-Ur — aged about 44
- Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) as Jerry — aged about 64
- Mulligan's Stew (1977) — aged about 20
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