Sam Rockwell

Biography

Sam Rockwell, born on November 5, 1968, is a prominent American actor celebrated for his versatile performances across film and television. He gained significant acclaim for his role as the troubled police officer Jason Dixon in Martin McDonagh's 2017 crime drama, *Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri*, a performance that earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. The following year, he again received an Oscar nomination for his portrayal in Adam McKay’s political satire, *Vice* (2018).

In 2019, Rockwell showcased his talent as Bob Fosse in the FX miniseries *Fosse/Verdon*, which garnered him a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award. He continued to shine on stage, receiving a Tony Award nomination for his role in the 2022 Broadway revival of David Mamet's *American Buffalo*.

Rockwell's extensive filmography features standout performances in notable works such as *The Green Mile* (1999), *Galaxy Quest* (1999), *Charlie's Angels* (2000), *Confessions of a Dangerous Mind* (2002), *Matchstick Men* (2003), *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* (2005), *The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford* (2007), *Moon* (2009), *Iron Man 2* (2010), *Seven Psychopaths* (2012), *Jojo Rabbit* (2019), and *See How They Run* (2022). His impressive range and commitment to his craft have solidified his status in the entertainment industry.