Mark Margolis
Biography
Mark Margolis was an American actor born on November 26, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He studied drama with Stella Adler and at the Actors Studio in New York City. Margolis had a long career in film, appearing in movies since 1976. He is known for his supporting roles in films such as Scarface and the works of Darren Aronofsky, including π, Requiem for a Dream, The Fountain, The Wrestler, and Black Swan. Margolis also had recurring roles on various television shows, including The Equalizer, Oz, Law And Order, Crossing Jordan, Californication, and Breaking Bad. He passed away on August 3, 2023, at the age of 83.
Career overview
Mark Margolis began his acting career in 1976. He studied drama with Stella Adler and at the Actors Studio in New York City. Margolis' early work included supporting roles in notable films.
He appeared in several films directed by Darren Aronofsky, including π, Requiem for a Dream, The Fountain, The Wrestler, and Black Swan. Aronofsky wrote the role of Father Avila in The Fountain specifically for Margolis. Margolis also had recurring roles on various television shows.
These television shows include The Equalizer, HBO's Oz, Law And Order, Crossing Jordan, Showtime's Californication, and Breaking Bad. Margolis' acting credits span multiple genres, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
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137 titles- Every Last Secret (2022) as Grandpa
- Snowpiercer (2020) as Old Ivan
- Your Honor (2020) as Carmine Conti
- Minyan (2020) as Itzik
- Abe (2020) as Benjamin
- Prodigal Son (2019) as Rudolph Swann
- Baja (2018) as Don Primo
- Valley of Bones (2017) as El Papa
- My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016) as Panos
- One Fall (2016) as Walter Grigg Sr.
- A Remarkable Life (2016) as Landon
- Better Call Saul (2015) as Hector Salamanca
- 12 Monkeys (2015) as Mr. Werner
- Northern Borders (2015) as Whiskeyjack
- The Abandoned (2015) as Jim
- Nasty Baby (2015) as Richard
- You Bury Your Own (2015) as Smith
- Gotham (2014) as Paul Cicero
- The Affair (2014) as Arthur Solloway
- Constantine (2014) as Felix Faust
- Noah (2014) as Magog (voice)
- The Blacklist (2013) as Jakov Mitko
- Beneath (2013) as Mr. Parks
- Elementary (2012) as Abraham Misraki
- Stand Up Guys (2012) as Claphands
- The Courier (2012) as Stitch
- Dig (2012) as Heinrich Berger
- Person of Interest (2011) as Gianni Moretti
- American Horror Story (2011) as Sam Goodman
- Immortals (2011) as The New Priest (uncredited)
- Fairly Legal (2011) as Ian Saunders
- Carl(a) (2011) as Grandpa
- Blue Bloods (2010) as Whitey Brennan
- Black Swan (2010) as Mr. Fithian / Patron
- The Good Wife (2009) as Jim
- Kings (2009) as Premier Shaw
- Nobody (2009) as Professor Hagel
- Breaking Bad (2008) as Tío Salamanca
- The Wrestler (2008) as Lenny
- Defiance (2008) as Jewish Elder
- Haber (2008) as Bremer
- Californication (2007) as Al Moody
- Gone Baby Gone (2007) as Leon Trett
- The Girl Next Door (2007) as Homeless Man Hit By Car
- The Black Donnellys (2007) as Sal Minetta
- Inside The Fountain: Death and Rebirth (2007) as Himself
- Brotherhood (2006) as Jacob Weiss
- The Fountain (2006) as Father Avila
- Umney's Last Case (2006) as Vernon Klein
- Stay (2005) as Bookstore Owner
- Headspace (2005) as Boris Pavlovsky
- House of D (2004) as Mr. Pappass
- 2BPerfectlyHonest (2004) as Abrams
- Camp Hollywood (2004) as Himself
- Daredevil (2003) as Fallon (uncredited)
- Particles of Truth (2003) as Grandpa Black
- Hack (2002) as Nicolai Zosimov
- Infested (2002) as Father Morning
- Angela (2002)
- Bridget (2002) as Slim
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Mario Damiano
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Cahill
- 100 Centre Street (2001) as Merle Kiefer
- The Tailor of Panama (2001) as Rafi Domingo
- Hardball (2001) as Fink
- Hannibal (2001) as Perfume Expert
- Boss of Bosses (2001) as Piney Armone
- Queenie in Love (2001) as Spencer
- Starwater (2001)
- Requiem for a Dream (2000) as Mr. Rabinowitz
- Dinner Rush (2000) as Fitzgerald
- Fast Food Fast Women (2000) as Graham
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Rom-Baro
- End of Days (1999) as Pope
- The Thomas Crown Affair (1999) as Heinrich Knutzhorn
- Now and Again (1999) as Nicky Vodorgov
- Mickey Blue Eyes (1999) as Gene Morgansen
- Jakob the Liar (1999) as Fajngold
- Flawless (1999) as Vinnie
- 18 Shades of Dust (1999)
- Madonna: The Video Collection 93:99 (1999) as Bartender (segment "Bad Girl")
- Sex and the City (1998) as Jean Paul Sandal
- Pi (1998) as Sol Robeson
- Side Streets (1998) as Bartender
- Pants on Fire (1998) as Malcolm Preston
- Above Freezing (1998) as Mob Boss
- Oz (1997) as Antonio Nappa
- Oz (1997)
- The Practice (1997) as Richard D'Ambrosio
- Absolute Power (1997) as Red
- Trouble on the Corner (1997) as Mr. Borofsky
- The Pallbearer (1996) as Philip DeMarco
- I Shot Andy Warhol (1996) as Louis Solanas
- Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994) as Mr. Shickadance
- Squanto: A Warrior's Tale (1994) as Captain Hunt
- Where the Rivers Flow North (1993) as New York Money
- 1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992) as Bobadilla
- The Pit and the Pendulum (1991) as Mendoza
- Law & Order (1990) as George Lobrano
- Law & Order (1990) as Bronson
- Law & Order (1990) as Frankie Polito
- Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990) as Gen. Olmedo
- Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990) as Gage (segment ‘Cat From Hell’)
- Descending Angel (1990) as Bercovici
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Adriano
- Glory (1989) as 10th Connecticut Soldier
- White Hot (1989) as The Tin Man
- Memories of Manon (1989) as Jimmy
- Lady Mobster (1988) as Peter Colicos
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Dr. Nel Apgar
- Jake and the Fatman (1987) as Miracola
- The Secret of My Success (1987) as Maintenence Man
- The Rosary Murders (1987) as Father Max
- The Bedroom Window (1987) as Man in Phone Booth
- Almost Partners (1987) as Kristopholous
- The Equalizer (1985) as Jimmy
- Doubletake (1985) as Janitor
- I Want to Go Home (1985) as Cab Driver
- The Cotton Club (1984) as Charlie Workman (uncredited)
- Far from Poland (1984) as Adam Zarewski
- Scarface (1983) as Shadow
- Rage of Angels (1983) as Ricky
- Eddie Macon's Run (1983) as 5:00 Bar Owner
- Diner (1982) as Earl Mager
- Muggable Mary: Street Cop (1982) as Sgt. Meyers
- The Avenging (1982) as Pedro Quintana
- Arthur (1981) as Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Dressed to Kill (1980) as Patient at Bellvue Hospital (uncredited)
- A Jury of Her Peers (1980) as Mr. Hale
- Christmas Evil (1980) as Man #2
- Going in Style (1979) as Prison Guard
- The Other Side of Victory (1979) as Jemmy
- Short Eyes (1977) as Mr. Morrison
- The Opening of Misty Beethoven (1976) as Unhappy Guy on Plane (uncredited)
- Kojak (1973) as First Gunman
- Kojak (1973) as Gunman
- Columbo (1971) as Cosner
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mark Margolis best known for?
Mark Margolis is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Snowpiercer (2020), Your Honor (2020), Joy (1983), My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016).
When and where was Mark Margolis born?
Mark Margolis was born on November 26, 1939 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. They passed away on August 3, 2023.
How many credits does Mark Margolis have?
Mark Margolis has accumulated over 137 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2022.
What is Mark Margolis's background in cinema and television?
Mark Margolis was an American actor born on November 26, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He studied drama with Stella Adler and at the Actors Studio in New York City. Margolis had a long career in film, appearing in movies since 1976. He is known for his supporting roles in films such as Scarface and the works of ...