Denis Leary
Acting
Biography
Denis Colin Leary (born August 18, 1957) is an American actor, comedian, writer, director and film producer. Leary is known for his biting, fast paced comedic style and chain smoking. He is the star and co-creator of the television show Rescue Me, which ended its seventh and final season on September 7, 2011. Leary has starred in many motion pictures, most recently as Captain George Stacy in Marc Webb's 2012 film The Amazing Spider-Man and the voice of Diego in the animated Ice Age series.
Born: August 18, 1957
Place of Birth: Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
E! True Hollywood Story
E! True Hollywood Story is an American documentary series on E! that deals with famous Hollywood celebrities, movies, TV shows and also well-known public figures. Among the topics covered on the program include salacious re-tellings of Hollywood secrets, show-biz scandals, celebrity murders and mysteries, porn-star biographies, and "where-are-they-now?" investigations of former child stars. It frequently features in-depth interviews, actual courtroom footage, and dramatic reenactments. When aired on the E! network, episodes will be updated to reflect the current life or status of the subject.
The Simpsons
Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.
Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!
This documentary praises comedian Richard Pryor by showing fragments of various shows Pryor made and having famous comedians talk about the importance and greatness of Pryor. Different themes are reviewed this way. Among others, they are the use of the word nigger, the way Pryor talked about racism, the fact Pryor talked openly about his own faults on-stage and the fact he didn't mince matters.
Law & Order: Organized Crime
The detectives of the Organized Crime Control Bureau work to dismantle New York City's most vicious and violent illegal enterprises.
Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist
From living with his deadbeat son, Ben, to his day-to-day dealings with his stunningly sarcastic secretary, Laura, join therapist Jonathan Katz as he picks the brains of your favorite stand-up comedians.
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
A cartoon superhero interacts with live guests via his television set in this parody talk show based on 1960s Hanna-Barbera cartoon character Space Ghost.
Animal Kingdom
17-year-old Joshua "J" Cody moves in with his freewheeling relatives in their Southern California beach town after his mother dies of a heroin overdose. Headed by boot-tough matriarch Janine "Smurf" Cody and her right-hand Baz, who runs the business and calls the shots, the clan also consists of Pope, the oldest and most dangerous of the Cody boys; Craig, the tough and fearless middle son; and Deran, the troubled, suspicious "baby" of the family.
Rescue Me
Rescue Me revolves around the lives of the men in a New York City firehouse, the crew of 62 Truck. Examining the fraternal nature and relationships of firefighters, the series tackles the daily drama of the life-and-death situations associated with being a firefighter, while exploring the ways the men use dark humor to protect their true emotions.
The Sandlot
During a summer of friendship and adventure, one boy becomes a part of the gang, nine boys become a team and their leader becomes a legend by confronting the terrifying mystery beyond the right field wall.
Patrice O'Neal: Killing Is Easy
A documentary about the life and career of controversial stand-up comedian, Patrice O'Neal, who released only one special before his death in 2011.
Filmography
as Diego (voice)
as Nick
as Colonel Patrick Quinn
as Mikey Morgan
as Self
as Frank Donnelly
as Sean Moody Sr.
as Self
as Self - Host
as Diego (voice)
as Billy
as Diego (voice)
as Diego (voice)
as Rick Wilson
as Johnny Rock
as Diego (voice)
as Captain Stacy (uncredited)
as Vince Penn
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Self - Guest
as Diego (voice)
as Captain Stacy
as Diego (voice)
as Diego (voice)
as Self
as Self
as Diego (voice)
as Self
as Michael Whouley
as Self (archive footage)
as Diego (voice)
as Self
as Self
as Chaz (voice)
as Tommy Gavin
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Slater
as Diego (voice)
as Douglas 'Dawg' Menford
as Self
as Ray Pluto
as Bill
as Mike McNeil
as Teddy
as Wayne
as Fireman
as Officer Fry
as Simon
as Self
as Det. Michael McCann
as Bob Findley
as Car Mechanic (voice)
as Francis (voice)
as Bobby O'Grady
as Gil Mars
as Mr. Beal
as Doug
as Fad King
as Vinnie Franco
as Himself
as Nick
as Lono Veccio
as Self
as Wheelchair Man (segment "The Red Shoes")
as Jack Hanaway
as Self
as Johnny Crown / Johnny Alt
as Francis 'Frank' O'Brien
as Frank
as Lt. David Poole
as Dennis (voice)
as Gus
as Fallon
as Edgar Friendly
as Self - Guest
as Armor O'Malley
as Sgt. Cooper
as Bill
as Himself
as Himself
as Mike McCracken
as Jake
as Denis Leary (voice)
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Diego (voice) (uncredited)