Nicky Katt
Biography
Nicky Katt was an American actor born on May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, United States, and passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 54. Known professionally under that name as well as Nick Katt, he was best recognized for his role as Harry Senate on the television show Boston Public and for playing unsympathetic villains. His film credits include Insomnia, The Limey, SubUrbia, Sin City, and Boiler Room. He was also recognized as a semi-regular collaborator of directors Richard Linklater, Steven Soderbergh, and Christopher Nolan. Throughout his career, he accumulated 66 known acting credits.
Career overview
Nicky Katt was an American actor born on May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, USA. He was known for his roles as unsympathetic villains and for his television work, notably playing Harry Senate on the television show Boston Public. Throughout his career, Katt appeared in numerous film and television projects, establishing himself as a recognizable presence on screen. His film credits included appearances in Insomnia, The Limey, SubUrbia, Sin City, and Boiler Room. He was also recognized as a semi-regular collaborator of prominent filmmakers Richard Linklater, Steven Soderbergh, and Christopher Nolan.
As a versatile performer with a substantial acting career, Katt accumulated numerous known credits in both film and television. His cinematic work ranged from crime dramas and thrillers to other notable motion pictures. Katt passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 54. His legacy remains defined by his distinctive portrayals of antagonists and his contributions to a wide variety of cinematic and television productions alongside acclaimed directors.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
69 titles- Richard Linklater: Dream Is Destiny (2016) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- 21 Years: Richard Linklater (2014) as Self - Actor
- Behind the Candelabra (2013) as Mr. Y
- The Sitter (2011) as Officer Petite
- The Dark Knight (2008) as Shotgun SWAT (uncredited)
- Harold (2008) as Police Officer
- Death Proof (2007) as Counter Guy
- Planet Terror (2007) as Joe
- Grindhouse (2007) as Joe (segment "Planet Terror")
- The Brave One (2007) as Detective Vitale
- Snow Angels (2007) as Nate Petite
- World Trade Center (2006) as Volunteer Fireman
- Love Monkey (2006) as Nathan Kitt
- Sin City (2005) as Stuka
- Riding the Bullet (2004) as Ferris
- The School of Rock (2003) as Razor
- Secondhand Lions (2003) as Stan
- I Love Your Work (2003) as Goateed Man
- Monk (2002) as Ryan Sharkey
- Insomnia (2002) as Fred Duggar
- Full Frontal (2002) as Hitler
- Speakeasy (2002) as Frank Marnikov
- The Guardian (2001) as Evan Piscarek
- Waking Life (2001) as One of Four Men
- Boston Public (2000) as Harry Senate
- Boiler Room (2000) as Greg Weinstein
- Rules of Engagement (2000) as Hayes Hodges III
- The Way of the Gun (2000) as Obecks
- The Limey (1999) as Stacy the Hitman
- Delivered (1999) as Barry
- Say You’ll Be Mine (1999) as Ben
- Phantoms (1998) as Deputy Steve Shanning
- One True Thing (1998) as Jordan Belzer
- Scotch and Milk (1998) as Ray
- King of the Hill (1997) as Artist / Voice on the Phone (voice)
- King of the Hill (1997) as Dr. Brown / Old Man (voice)
- King of the Hill (1997) as (voice)
- Batman & Robin (1997) as Spike
- SubUrbia (1997) as Tim
- A Time to Kill (1996) as Billy Ray Cobb
- Kindred: The Embraced (1996) as Starkweather
- Johns (1996) as Mix
- Strange Days (1995) as Joey Corto
- The Doom Generation (1995) as Carnoburger Cashier
- The Cure (1995) as Pony
- The Babysitter (1995) as Mark Holsten
- Friends (1994) as Arthur
- Knight Rider 2010 (1994) as Johnny
- Gang Boys (1994) as Slam
- Dazed and Confused (1993) as Clint
- American Yakuza (1993) as Vic
- Sister Act (1992) as Waiter
- Law & Order (1990) as Isaac Krantz
- The 'Burbs (1989) as Steve Kuntz
- Martians Go Home (1989) as Hippie
- Dear John (1988)
- Dear John (1988) as Amorous Male Student
- V (1984) as Sean Donovan
- Gremlins (1984) as Schoolchild
- The Get Along Gang (1984)
- Voyagers! (1982)
- Herbie, the Love Bug (1982) as Matthew MacLane
- Goldie and Kids: Listen to Us (1982) as Self
- Code Red (1981)
- Underground Aces (1981) as Son
- The Facts of Life (1979)
- Trapper John, M.D. (1979)
- CHiPs (1977) as Pat McGuire
- Quincy, M.E. (1976)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nicky Katt best known for?
Nicky Katt is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 21 Years: Richard Linklater (2014), Behind the Candelabra (2013), The Sitter (2011), The Dark Knight (2008).
When and where was Nicky Katt born?
Nicky Katt was born on May 11, 1970 in South Dakota, USA. They passed away on April 8, 2025.
How many credits does Nicky Katt have?
Nicky Katt has accumulated over 69 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2016.
What is Nicky Katt's background in cinema and television?
Nicky Katt was an American actor born on May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, United States, and passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 54. Known professionally under that name as well as Nick Katt, he was best recognized for his role as Harry Senate on the television show Boston Public and for playing unsympathetic vil...