Paul Scherrer
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 16, 1968 in Rochester, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1984–2002 (19 Years)
- Total Credits
- 23 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Paul Scherrer (Acting).
Goal: Factual identity profile.
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Full Name: Paul Gallagher Scherrer [2, 5, 6].
Born: December 16, 1968 [1, 2, 6].
Place of Birth: Rochester, New York, USA [1].
Profession: Realtor and former American stage, film, and television actor [2, 5, 6].
Career Start: Began as a child actor on the stage [2, 5, 6].
Early Career Details: Fourth grade teacher advised drama classes; auditioned for "A Christmas Carol" and played Peter Cratchit; earned an Encore Award by age 13 [3].
Retirement: Retired from acting in 2001 [5, 6].
Current Location/Work: Lives and works in Indianapolis [5, 6].
Known Credits/Work: Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice, Running Against Time, Fall into Darkness, Standoff, Star Trek: Voyager, Widow's Kiss, Honor Thy Mother, and Rockets' Red Glare [4].
Paul Gallagher Scherrer was born on December 16, 1968, in Rochester, New York. He is a realtor and a former American stage, film, and television actor. Scherrer began his career as a child actor on the stage. After his fourth grade teacher suggested drama classes, he auditioned for A Christmas Carol and received the role of Peter Cratchit. By age 13, he had earned an Encore Award. His acting credits include Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice, Running Against Time, Fall into Darkness, Standoff, Star Trek: Voyager, Widow's Kiss, Honor Thy Mother, and Rockets' Red Glare. Scherrer retired from acting in
Career overview
Paul Gallagher Scherrer is a realtor and former American stage, film, and television actor. Born on December 16, 1968, in Rochester, New York, he began his professional journey as a child actor on the stage. His introduction to acting stemmed from his fourth-grade teacher, who advised his parents to enroll him in a drama class due to his high energy. Following this advice, Scherrer successfully auditioned for a production of A Christmas Carol, securing the role of Peter Cratchit. By the time he reached thirteen years of age, his early theatrical work earned him an Encore Award, which is recognized as Central Indiana's version of a Tony.
Transitioning from the stage to screen work, Scherrer built a career spanning twenty-two known credits across film and television. His notable screen appearances include work in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice, Running Against Time, Fall into Darkness, Standoff, Star Trek: Voyager, Widow's Kiss, Honor Thy Mother, and Rockets' Red Glare. He is also recognized for his work in the television project Free Spirit.
Scherrer officially retired from his acting career in 2001. Following his departure from the entertainment industry, he transitioned into the real estate profession. Today, Scherrer lives and works in Indianapolis, where he continues his career as a realtor.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
23 titles- Rockets' Red Glare (2002) as Eddie
- Standoff (1998) as Ranger Barry
- Promised Land (1996) as Joel Corwin
- Widow's Kiss (1996) as Chuck Nyles
- Fall into Darkness (1996) as Paul Lear
- JAG (1995) as Petty Officer Second Class Ramsey Dill
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Voje
- ER (1994)
- Search and Rescue (1994)
- Sworn to Vengeance (1993)
- Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice (1992) as Danny Garrett
- Honor Thy Mother (1992) as Neal
- Silk Stalkings (1991) as Corey Gerschak
- Silk Stalkings (1991) as Tommy Brophy
- Sons and Daughters (1991) as Rocky Lincoln
- Fire in the Dark (1991) as Eric
- Running Against Time (1991) as Chris Rhodes
- Uncle Buck (1990) as Paul
- Daughter of the Streets (1990) as Brett
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Jack
- Free Spirit (1989) as Robb Harper
- The Van Dyke Show (1988) as Eric Olander
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Ben Peterson
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Paul Scherrer best known for?
Paul Scherrer is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Asterix and Cleopatra (1968), Fall into Darkness (1996), JAG (1995), Star Trek: Voyager (1995).
When and where was Paul Scherrer born?
Paul Scherrer was born on December 16, 1968 in Rochester, New York, USA.
How many credits does Paul Scherrer have?
Paul Scherrer has accumulated over 23 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2002.
What is Paul Scherrer's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Paul Scherrer (Acting). Goal: Factual identity profile. Constraints: 90-130 words, plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. Source material: Provided sources [1] through [6]. Rules: Only verifiable facts from sources. No guessing. Neutral, encyclopedic tone. Full...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Fire in the Dark (1991) as Eric — aged about 22
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Jack — aged about 20
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Voje — aged about 26
- ER (1994) — aged about 25
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Ben Peterson — aged about 15
- JAG (1995) as Petty Officer Second Class Ramsey Dill — aged about 26
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