Jeffrey Donovan
Jeffrey Donovan, born on May 11, 1968, is an American actor and director known for his compelling performances across film, television, and stage. With his versatility, nuanced portrayals, and commanding screen presence, Donovan has established himself as a highly respected and sought-after talent in the entertainment industry. Born in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Jeffrey Donovan developed an early passion for acting and storytelling. He honed his craft at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he studied drama and performed in various theater productions. After graduation, he furthered his training at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Donovan began his acting career in the late 1990s, making appearances in television shows such as "Homicide: Life on the Street" and "Law & Order." However, it was his breakthrough role as Michael Westen in the hit USA Network series "Burn Notice" (2007-2013) that brought him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan base. Donovan's portrayal of a former spy navigating the world of covert operations captivated audiences and showcased his talent for blending action, drama, and dry humor. In addition to his television success, Jeffrey Donovan has made notable contributions to film. He has appeared in a range of genres, from crime dramas to comedies. Some of his notable film credits include "Changeling" (2008), directed by Clint Eastwood, "Hitch" (2005), "J. Edgar" (2011), and "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018). Donovan's ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters has earned him critical acclaim and made him a sought-after actor in the industry. Jeffrey Donovan has also ventured into directing, further showcasing his talents behind the camera. He made his directorial debut with the film "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018), where he helmed the short film "La Camioneta: The Journey of One American School Bus" (2012). Beyond his acting and directing pursuits, Jeffrey Donovan has been involved in philanthropy, supporting various charitable causes. He has participated in fundraising events and campaigns to raise awareness and funds for organizations dedicated to causes such as cancer research and supporting veterans.
Wrath of Man
as JacksonA cold and mysterious new security guard for a Los Angeles cash truck company surprises his...
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Sicario
as Steve ForsingAn idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war...
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Agent Matt Graver teams up with operative Alejandro Gillick to prevent Mexican drug cartels from...
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A newly-released prison gangster is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major...
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R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned
as Sheriff Roy PulsipherWhen Sheriff Roy Pulsipher finds himself in the afterlife, he joins a special police force and...
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Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
as Utah Defense Attorney John O'ConnellA chronicle of the crimes of Ted Bundy, from the perspective of his longtime girlfriend,...
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Vegas Vacation
as Hotel Employee (uncredited)The Griswold family hits the road again for a typically ill-fated vacation, this time to the...
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A bank robber tries to turn himself in because he's falling in love and wants to live an honest...
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Sleepers
as AddisonTwo gangsters seek revenge on the state jail worker who during their stay at a youth prison...
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Extinction
as JackAnd suddenly, overnight, the world came to a halt. Two men, two survivors, one kid, and hatred...
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Hitch
as Vance MunsonDating coach Alex 'Hitch' Hitchens mentors a bumbling client, Albert, who hopes to win the heart...
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Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
as Steve Trevor (voice)Witness the legendary origin of renowned Justice League member Wonder Woman as she fights for...
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As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was...
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Los Angeles, 1928. When single mother Christine Collins leaves for work, her son vanishes...
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First Love
as Greg AlbrightA young man’s difficult entry into adulthood, who experiences the highs and lows of his first...
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Let Him Go
as Bill WeboyFollowing the loss of their son, a retired sheriff and his wife leave their Montana ranch to...
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Breaking
as Major RiddickDesperate for money and running out of options, Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley holds several...
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Surrounded
as WheelerAfter her stagecoach is ambushed, a woman is tasked with holding a dangerous outlaw captive and...
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Bait
as JulioLanding in jail for a petty theft crime, Alvin finds himself sharing a cell with John Jaster,...
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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2
as Jeffrey "Jeff" PattersonYoung adults become fascinated by the events of the three missing filmmakers in Maryland, so...
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Lucy in the Sky
as Jim HuntAstronaut Lucy Cola returns to Earth after a transcendent experience during a mission to space –...
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LBJ
as John F. KennedyThe story of U.S. President Lyndon Baines Johnson from his young days in West Texas to the White...
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When their car breaks down, a couple on the run headed southbound for a fresh start in the...
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When Trumpets Fade
as BobbyIn WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded...
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Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe
as Michael Westen (cameo)Before Sam Axe teamed up with Michael and Fiona, he was Commander Axe, U.S. Navy SEAL. The Fall...
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National Champions
as Mark TitusA star quarterback ignites a players’ strike hours before the biggest game of the year in order...
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Come Early Morning
as Cal PercellA thirty-something southern woman searches for love, despite the burdens she carries with her.
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Critical Choices
as RandyA Milwaukee Women's Health Clinic becomes the battleground between pro-choice activists and...
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Witness to the Mob
as Agent #1Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano was mafiosi. He started out as a soldier, but his talent for murder,...
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Purpose
as Robert JenningsA software developer becomes a billionaire and is distracted by fame, greed and power, then must...
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Catherine's Grove
as Thomas MasonUndercover cop Doyle is working on a serial killer case that's left a trail of dead...
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Believe in Me
as Clay DriscollIn a conservative small town, a young man's wish to coach high school basketball are tweaked by...
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Hindsight
as PaulUnexpectedly pregnant with no means to raise a child, Dina and Ronnie decide to sell their...
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Final Draft
as Pascal (as Jeff Donovan)Marty, an anti-social realist, and Harry, a passionate ideologist, are two young writers who...
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Sam & Joe
as Eric"Sam and Joe" tells the story of an abusive relationship that refuses to end. Eventually, they...
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Throwing Down
as Pete GulleyPete (Jeffrey Donovan) and A.J. (Kevin Pinassi) are a pair of low-level criminals who make their...
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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
as Frank CosgroveIn the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In...
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Monk
as Steve WagnerAdrian Monk was once a rising star with the San Francisco Police Department, legendary for using...
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Law & Order
as Frank CosgroveIn cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing...
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Law & Order
as Eddie NicodosIn cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing...
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Law & Order
as Jacob ReeseIn cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing...
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CSI: Miami
as Todd KendrickCSI: Miami follows Crime Scene Investigators working for the Miami-Dade Police Department as...
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Fargo
as Dodd GerhardtA close-knit anthology series dealing with stories involving malice, violence and murder based...
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Late Night with Seth Meyers
as SelfSeth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live’s" longest serving anchor on the show’s wildly popular...
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INVINCIBLE
as Machine Head (voice)Mark Grayson is a normal teenager except for the fact that his father is the most powerful...
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Law & Order: Organized Crime
as Detective Frank CosgroveThe detectives of the Organized Crime Control Bureau work to dismantle New York City's most...
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Crossing Jordan
as William IversCrossing Jordan is an American television crime/drama series that stars Jill Hennessy as Jordan...
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Burn Notice
as Michael WestenA formerly blacklisted spy uses his unique skills and training to help people in desperate...
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Spin City
as TomWorkaholic Mike Flaherty is the Deputy Mayor of New York City, serving as Mayor Randall...
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Millennium
as Bobby WebberA retired FBI serial-profiler joins the mysterious Millennium Group, a team of underground...
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The Beat
as Brad UrichThe Beat delves into the personal and professional lives of two young police recruits who patrol...
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Witchblade
as uncreditedSara "Pez" Pezzini searches for justice which brings her into contact with the Witchblade. An...
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Shut Eye
as Charlie HaverfordA darkly comedic look at the world of Los Angeles storefront psychics and the organized crime...
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Touching Evil
as Detective David CreeganReturning from a year-long psychological leave of absence after surviving an almost-fatal...
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