Peter Stormare
Biography
Peter Stormare, born on August 27, 1953, in Arbrå, Gävleborgs län, Sweden, is a versatile actor renowned for his contributions to film, television, stage, and music. He gained significant recognition for portraying John Abruzzi in the acclaimed series *Prison Break* and for his role as Gaear Grimsrud, one of the kidnappers in the Oscar-winning film *Fargo*.
Stormare's acting journey began at the Royal National Theatre of Sweden, where he honed his craft for over a decade. In 1990, he took on the role of Associate Artistic Director at the Tokyo Globe Theatre, directing notable productions of Shakespeare's works, including *Hamlet*. In 1993, he relocated to New York to expand his repertoire in English-language theater. Today, Stormare continues to thrive in both the United States and Sweden, currently residing in Los Angeles with his wife.
Filmography
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Dark Summer
2015 • Stokes
Strange Magic
2015 • Thang (voice)
Get the Gringo
2012 • Frank
The Zero Theorem
2013 • Doctor 2
Horsemen
2009
Tuesday Club
2022 • Henrik
Cryptozoo
2021 • Gustav (voice)
Hamilton
1998 • Carl Hamilton
Insanitarium
2008 • Dr. Gianetti
V.I.P.
2017 • Paul
The Last Stand
2013 • Burrell
I Am Here
2015 • The Russian
Off the Grid
2025 • Belcor
False Trail
2011 • Torsten
Day Shift
2022 • Troy
Janie Jones
2010 • Sloan
Witless Protection
2008 • Arthur Grimsley
Heatstroke
2013 • Mallick
Mall
2014 • Barry
Boot Camp
2008 • Norman Hail
Penguins of Madagascar
2014 • Corporal (voice)
Bang Bang Baby
2014 • George