Brian Dennehy Actor Date of Birth: 09.07.1938 Country: USA

1. Biography of Brian Dennehy
2. Early Career
3. Notable Roles
4. Filmography

Biography of Brian Dennehy

Brian Dennehy was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and grew up in Brooklyn. He graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor's degree in History, where he also played American football. After his studies, Dennehy served five years in the Marine Corps.

Early Career

Dennehy made his debut in 1977 in the film "SEMI - TOUGH." However, his popularity came after the television series "To Catch a Killer." He then gained recognition as a film actor after starring in Peter Greenaway's "The Belly of an Architect" (1987).

Notable Roles

Dennehy's roles in detective films such as "Gorky Park," "Best Seller," and "The Presidio" did not go unnoticed. He also appeared in action films like "First Blood" (1982) and "F/X" (1986). Additionally, Dennehy showcased his versatility in genres such as westerns ("Silverado" in 1985), science fiction/fantasy ("Cocoon" in 1985), and thrillers ("F/X" in 1986).

Filmography

Dennehy's filmography includes a wide range of films spanning multiple genres:

1. 10 - 1979 (Comedy)


2. First Blood - 1982 (Action)


3. Gorky Park - 1983 (Detective)


4. Silverado - 1985 (Western)


5. Cocoon - 1985 (Science Fiction / Fantasy)


6. F/X - 1986 (Thriller)


7. Cocoon: The Return - 1988 (Science Fiction / Fantasy)


8. The Perfect Witness - 1989 (Action)


9. Presumed Innocent - 1990 (Detective)


10. Murder in a Small Town - 1990 (Drama)


11. The Big Time - 1990 (Drama)


12. F/X2 - 1991 (Thriller)


13. Foreign Affairs - 1992 (Drama)


14. Jack Reed: Badge of Honor - 1993 (Historical / Biographical)


15. The Last of the Blonde Bombshells - 2000 (Drama)