Michael Emerson
Biography
Michael Emerson is an American actor born on September 7, 1954, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry, with a focus on acting. Emerson has appeared in a significant number of projects, with 56 known credits to his name. He has also been recognized for his work in various languages, with alternative names listed as 마이클 에머슨, 迈克尔·爱默生, and 麥可·愛默生. Emerson's early education included studying theater at Drake University, where he received training in the performing arts. His career has spanned multiple mediums, including film and television, with a content score of 100 indicating his popularity and influence in the industry.
Career overview
Michael Emerson is an American actor known for his work in the entertainment industry. He has been involved in various projects throughout his career, with a total of 56 known credits. Emerson's acting credits span multiple categories, including film and television.
Emerson's notable roles include his portrayal of Benjamin Linus on Lost, as well as his character William Hinks in The Practice. These roles demonstrate his versatility as an actor and his ability to take on diverse characters. Emerson's work has been recognized and appreciated by audiences and critics alike.
As a professional actor, Emerson has honed his craft through extensive training. He studied theater at Drake University, where he developed his skills and prepared himself for a career in the performing arts. Emerson's dedication to his craft is evident in his numerous credits and his ability to bring complex characters to life. With a career spanning multiple decades, Emerson continues to be a respected and accomplished actor in the entertainment industry.
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- Elsbeth (2024) as Milton Crawford
- Fallout (2024) as Wilzig
- Man and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand Steps (2024) as The Evil Wizard
- Getting LOST (2024) as Self
- My Adventures with Superman (2023) as Brainiac (voice)
- My Adventures with Superman (2023) as Braniac / Chief Steward (voice)
- Glimpse (2022) as Reg
- Dead Talk Live (2020) as Self - Guest
- Evil (2019) as Dr Leland Townsend
- The Name of the Rose (2019) as Abo of Fossanova - The Abbot
- The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements (2015) as Narrator
- Mozart in the Jungle (2014) as Morton Norton
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (2013) as Joker (voice)
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 (2013) as Joker (voice)
- In Bloom (2013) Co-Producer
- Arrow (2012) as Cayden James
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 (2012) as Joker (voice)
- Person of Interest (2011) as Harold Finch
- Ben 10 / Generator Rex: Heroes United (2011) as Alpha Nanite (voice)
- Parenthood (2010) as Andy Fitzgerald
- G.I. Joe: Renegades (2010) as Dr. Archibald Monev/Dr. Venom (voice)
- Saw 3D (2010) as Zep Hindle (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The New Man in Charge (2010) as Benjamin Linus
- Goldstar, Ohio (2010) as Steve Harper
- Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009) as Self
- Ready? OK! (2008) as Charlie New
- Rachael Ray (2006) as Self
- Jumping Off Bridges (2006) as Frank Nelson
- The Legend of Zorro (2005) as Harrigan
- The Inside (2005) as Marty Manning
- Full Disclosure Report (2005) as Zep Hindle
- 29th and Gay (2005) as Gorilla
- Lost (2004) as Benjamin Linus
- Lost (2004) as Henry Gale
- Saw (2004) as Zep Hindle
- Best Week Ever (2004) as Self
- Straight-Jacket (2004) as Victor
- Whoopi (2003) as F. Thomas Erickson
- Without a Trace (2002) as Stuart Wesmar
- Unfaithful (2002) as Josh
- The Laramie Project (2002) as Reverend
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Gerry Rankin
- The Education of Max Bickford (2001)
- The Concert for New York City (2001)
- Sounds from a Town I Love (2001)
- The District (2000) as Man in Bar
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Allan Shaye
- Stark Raving Mad (1999) as Mr. Putnam
- For Love of the Game (1999) as Gallery Doorman
- I'll Take You There (1999) as Tom
- Playing by Heart (1998) as Bosco
- Grace & Glorie (1998) as Arnold Dudley
- The Impostors (1998) as Burtom's Assistant
- The Practice (1997) as William Hinks
- The Practice (1997) as William Hinks (voice)
- The Journey (1997) as Michael
- The X-Files (1993) as Oliver Martin
- Orpheus Descending (1990) as Clown
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Arnold Dudley