Shea Whigham
Biography
Shea Whigham, born on January 5, 1969, is a prominent American actor widely recognized for his role as Elias "Eli" Thompson in the acclaimed HBO series Boardwalk Empire. His impressive body of work also includes significant performances in the inaugural season of True Detective and the third season of Fargo. Whigham's film career features a diverse range of roles in several noteworthy movies, such as Wristcutters: A Love Story, Take Shelter, Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, The Wolf of Wall Street, Kong: Skull Island, First Man, Vice, Joker, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One. Additionally, he has portrayed Agent Michael Stasiak in the Fast & Furious franchise, appearing in Fast & Furious, Fast & Furious 6, and F9. Whigham's versatility as an actor has allowed him to seamlessly transition between television and film, garnering critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following. His continued contributions to the entertainment industry showcase his talent and dedication to the craft.
Filmography
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Faith of My Fathers
2005 • Norris Overly
Kong: Skull Island
2017 • Earl Cole
Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One
2023 • Briggs
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning
2025
City of Lies
2018 • Frank Lyga
Catch.44
2011 • Billy
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
2023
Vice (2018)
2018
Vampires vs. the Bronx
2020 • Frank Polidori
Radio Free Albemuth
2010 • Phil
Fast & Furious
2009 • Michael Stasiak
Lake George
2024 • Don
Man of the House (2005)
2005 • Ranger Holt
The Gray Man
2022
Splinter
2008 • Dennis Farell
Wristcutters: A Love Story
2007 • Eugene
All the Real Girls
2003 • Tip
Pride and Glory
2008 • Kenny Dugan
Term Life
2016 • Matty Miller
The Gateway (2021)
2021 • Parker
Sicario: Day of the Soldado
2018 • Andy Wheeldon
Take Shelter
2011 • Dewart