William Fichtner

William Fichtner

1956-11-27 Mitchell Field Air Force Base, East Meadow, Long Island, New York, USA 80 Credits

Biography

William Edward Fichtner (born November 27, 1956) is an American actor. He has appeared in a number of notable film and TV series. His best known movie roles are as Dellrayne in Hypnotic, Colonel Mulholland in 12 Strong, Mike in The Neighbor, General Adams in Independence Day: Resurgence, Eric Sacks in the live action remake of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014), John Carlyle in Elysium, Butch Cavendish in The Lone Ranger, Guidry in Seal Team Six: The Raid on Osama Bin Laden, DA Frank Crenshaw i...

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The Gettysburg Address

The Gettysburg Address

2025

as John G. Nicolay (voice)

Acting

In the midst of the Civil War, President Lincoln went to Gettysburg. "The Gettysburg Address" investigates the five extant copies of Lincoln's famous ...

The Sound

The Sound

2025

as Conner

3.9
Acting

A group of climbers embarks on a dangerous climb that has been off-limits for years. What initially begins as an audacious expedition transforms into ...

French Girl

French Girl

2024

as Peter Kinski

6.4
Acting

Sweet Gordon, an affable English teacher in Brooklyn, has beaten the odds; a French Girl has fallen in love with him and he’s fallen even harder back....

Hypnotic

Hypnotic

2023

as Dellrayne

6.2
Acting

A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a string of reality-bend...

88

88

2023

as Ron Holt

5.7
Acting

The Financial Director for a democratic super PAC behind a frontrunner presidential candidate investigates donations, uncovering a conspiracy.

Six

2022

as Davis

5.8
Acting

A young female vampire is caught by a clandestine government organization tasked with eliminating vampires and is made an offer she can't refuse: join...

That Night

That Night

2021

as Narrator

Acting

A haunted veteran plagued by guilt and hallucinations struggles with the murder of an innocent civilian girl. Wishing to end it all as he tries to mak...

The Birthday Cake

The Birthday Cake

2021

as Uncle Ricardo

5.1
Acting

On the 10th anniversary of his father's death, Giovanni reluctantly accepts the task of bringing a cake to the home of his uncle, a mob boss, for a ce...

The Space Between

The Space Between

2021

as Donny Rumson

5.4
Acting

Micky Adams, an eccentric has-been rock musician, loses his grip on reality as his record label looks to drop him and his new "unique" albums. In hope...

The Neighbor

The Neighbor

2020

as Mike

4.9
Acting

A middle-aged man in a stagnant marriage, finds his life upended when an attractive young woman and her seemingly abusive husband move in next door.

Cold Brook

Cold Brook

2019

as Ted Markham

6.3
Acting

Two ordinary guys in a small town embark on an extraordinary adventure, risking everything for a stranger in need.

Cold Brook

Cold Brook

2019

Writer, Director

6.3
Writing Directing

Two ordinary guys in a small town embark on an extraordinary adventure, risking everything for a stranger in need.

Josie & Jack

Josie & Jack

2019

as Raeburn

4.4
Acting

Raised in a decaying old Pennsylvania mansion and home schooled by their tyrannical professor father, Josie and Jack Raeburn have never had anyone but...

Finding Steve McQueen

Finding Steve McQueen

2019

as Enzo Rotella

6.1
Acting

In 1972, a gang of close-knit thieves from Youngstown, Ohio attempt to steal $30 million in illegal contributions. Based on the true story of the bigg...

Armed

Armed

2018

as Richard

4.4
Acting

A former U.S. marshal discovers that all of the survivors of his old unit are experiencing the same symptoms simultaneously and there may be a larger ...

Hot Summer Nights

Hot Summer Nights

2018

as Shep

6.6
Acting

In 1991, a sheltered teenager comes of age during a wild summer on Cape Cod, getting rich from selling pot to gangsters, falling in love for the first...

All the Devil's Men

All the Devil's Men

2018

as Brennan

5.7
Acting

A battle-scarred War on Terror bounty hunter is forced to go to London on a manhunt for a disavowed CIA operative, which leads him into a deadly runni...

Traffik

Traffik

2018

as Mr. Waynewright

6.1
Acting

A couple off for a romantic weekend in the mountains are accosted by a biker gang. Alone in the mountains, Brea and John must defend themselves agains...

O.G.

O.G.

2018

as Danvers

6.0
Acting

Louis Menkins is five weeks away from being released after 26 years in prison. He is faced with the decision to put his own release at risk in order t...

Krystal

Krystal

2018

as Dr. Farley

5.1
Acting

A young man living a sheltered life develops a crush on a stripper and joins her Alcoholics Anonymous group just so he can be in the same room with he...

12 Strong

12 Strong

2018

as Colonel Mulholland

6.3
Acting

A team of special forces head into Afghanistan in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks in an attempt to dismantle the Taliban.

American Wrestler: The Wizard

American Wrestler: The Wizard

2017

as Coach Plyler

7.3
Acting

In 1980, a teenage boy escapes the unrest in Iran only to face more hostility in America, due to the hostage crisis. Determined to fit in, he joins th...

Porsche: Decades of Disruption

Porsche: Decades of Disruption

2017

as Narrator (voice)

6.0
Acting

Since World War II, Porsche has manufactured cars that have disrupted the automobile industry, like the 911.

Black Holes

Black Holes

2017

as Youston (voice)

5.8
Acting

Dave is about to lead the first mission to Mars when he’s teamed up with a sentient melon, who claims to be the reincarnation of a fashion designer, u...

The War of 1996: A United World News Special

The War of 1996: A United World News Special

2016

as General Adams

Acting

A faux news documentary about the 20 years that have passed between the first and second "Independence Day" movies.

Last Day in LA

Last Day in LA

2016

as Narrator (voice)

Acting

Exploring the complex history of football in Los Angeles through the lens of Christmas Eve 1994--the last regular season games of the Los Angeles Raid...

Independence Day: Resurgence

Independence Day: Resurgence

2016

as General Adams

5.3
Acting

We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protec...

Another Day: The Making of 'Independence Day: Resurgence'

Another Day: The Making of 'Independence Day: Resurgence'

2016

as Self

Acting

Interviews about the making of the film and behind the scenes footage

Four Falls of Buffalo

Four Falls of Buffalo

2015

as Narrator (voice)

7.7
Acting

In 1989, the Buffalo Bills were a talented team full of big personalities, including future Hall-of-Famers Jim Kelly, Bruce Smith, Thurman Thomas and ...

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

2014

as Eric Sacks

5.9
Acting

When a kingpin threatens New York City, a group of mutated turtle warriors must emerge from the shadows to protect their home.

The Homesman

The Homesman

2014

as Vester Belknap

6.5
Acting

When three women living on the edge of the American frontier are driven mad by harsh pioneer life, the task of saving them falls to the pious, indepen...

Hell on Earth

2014

as Satan

Acting

What if Satan had his own reality TV show? It would probably be a hilarious disaster.

Elysium

Elysium

2013

as John Carlyle

6.5
Acting

In the year 2159, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live o...

The Lone Ranger

The Lone Ranger

2013

as Butch Cavendish

6.1
Acting

The Texas Rangers chase down a gang of outlaws led by Butch Cavendish, but the gang ambushes the Rangers, seemingly killing them all. One survivor is ...

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's

2013

as Narrator (voice)

6.1
Acting

It's the most mythic of all American emporiums - and the scene of many an ultimate fashion fantasy. Now audiences get a rarified chance to peek behind...

Phantom

Phantom

2013

as Alex

5.9
Acting

The haunted Captain of a Soviet submarine holds the fate of the world in his hands. Forced to leave his family behind, he is charged with leading a co...

Seal Team Six: The Raid on Osama Bin Laden

Seal Team Six: The Raid on Osama Bin Laden

2012

as Guidry

5.9
Acting

When the rumored whereabouts of Osama bin Laden are revealed, the CIA readies a team of seasoned U.S. Navy SEALs for the mission of a lifetime. Despit...

Wrong

Wrong

2012

as Master Chang

6.3
Acting

Dolph Springer wakes up one morning to realize he has lost the love of his life, his dog, Paul. During his quest to get Paul (and his life) back, Dolp...

Drive Angry

Drive Angry

2011

as Accountant

5.5
Acting

Milton is a hardened felon who has broken out of Hell, intent on finding the vicious cult who brutally murdered his daughter and kidnapped her baby. H...

The Big Bang

The Big Bang

2011

as Poley

5.3
Acting

A private detective is hired to find a missing stripper but the job turns complicated when everyone he questions ends up dead. From the mean streets o...

Date Night

Date Night

2010

as DA Frank Crenshaw

6.1
Acting

Phil and Claire Foster fear that their mild-mannered relationship may be falling into a stale rut. During their weekly date night, their dinner reserv...

Prison Break: The Final Break

Prison Break: The Final Break

2009

as Alex Mahone

7.5
Acting

Prison Break: The Movie. Michael and Sara wed, but the happiness is short-lived when the Feds apprehend her for the murder of Michael's mother, Christ...

Starz Inside - Unforgettably Evil

2009

as Self

5.3
Acting

Documentary about evil heroes

The Dark Knight

The Dark Knight

2008

as Bank Manager

8.5
Acting

Batman raises the stakes in his war on crime. With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the rema...

Blades of Glory

Blades of Glory

2007

as Darren MacElroy

6.1
Acting

When a much-publicized ice-skating scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class athletes skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole...

UV Protection: The Making of 'Ultraviolet'

UV Protection: The Making of 'Ultraviolet'

2006

as Self - Actor

6.0
Acting

A short documentary about the making of Ultraviolet. It delves into castings, directing, visual effects and such.

First Snow

First Snow

2006

as Ed Jacomoi

6.1
Acting

A psychic's ominous reading sends a man into a tailspin.

The Amateurs

The Amateurs

2006

as Otis

5.6
Acting

Sex sells in America and these guys know it. The Amateurs follows a small town band of loveable losers who hit upon an idea that can make their dreams...

Ultraviolet

Ultraviolet

2006

as Garth

5.2
Acting

In the late 21st century, a subculture of humans have emerged who have been modified genetically by a vampire-like disease, giving them enhanced speed...

Nine Lives

Nine Lives

2005

as Andrew

6.1
Acting

Captives of the very relationships that define and sustain them, nine women resiliently meet the travails and disappointments of life.

The Chumscrubber

The Chumscrubber

2005

as Mr. Bill Stiffle

6.5
Acting

The Chumscrubber is a dark comedy about the lives of people who live in upper-class suburbia. It all begins when Dean Stiffle finds the body of his fr...

Mr. & Mrs. Smith

Mr. & Mrs. Smith

2005

as Dr. Wexler - Marriage Counselor (voice) (uncredited)

6.7
Acting

A husband and wife struggle to keep their marriage alive until they realize they are both secretly working as assassins. Now, their respective assignm...

The Longest Yard

The Longest Yard

2005

as Captain Knauer

6.7
Acting

Disgraced pro football quarterback Paul Crewe lands in a Texas federal penitentiary, where manipulative Warden Hazen recruits him to advise the instit...

Crash

Crash

2005

as Flanagan

7.2
Acting

In post-Sept. 11 Los Angeles, tensions erupt when the lives of a Brentwood housewife, her district attorney husband, a Persian shopkeeper, two cops, a...

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - The Introduction

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - The Introduction

2004

as Rosenberg (voice)

9.0
Acting

Tension builds as threats are carried out, stakes are raised and communication breaks down. In Los Santos a drive-by shooting in Grove Street Family's...

Equilibrium

Equilibrium

2002

as Jürgen

7.0
Acting

In a dystopian future, a totalitarian regime maintains peace by subduing the populace with a drug, and displays of emotion are punishable by death. A ...

Julie Walking Home

Julie Walking Home

2002

as Henry

5.6
Acting

Julie's son is dying of cancer and her marriage falling apart. She goes to Poland in search of a man who can heal using his hands. Julie finds not o...

Black Hawk Down

Black Hawk Down

2001

as SFC Jeff Sanderson

7.4
Acting

When U.S. Rangers and an elite Delta Force team attempt to kidnap two underlings of a Somali warlord, their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, and ...

What's the Worst That Could Happen?

What's the Worst That Could Happen?

2001

as Detective Alex Tardio

5.4
Acting

Thief Kevin Caffery attempts to rob from the home of rich businessman Max Fairbanks. But Fairbanks catches him and steals his cherished ring that his ...

Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor

2001

as Danny's Father

6.9
Acting

The lifelong friendship between Rafe McCawley and Danny Walker is put to the ultimate test when the two ace fighter pilots become entangled in a love ...

The Perfect Storm

The Perfect Storm

2000

as David "Sully" Sullivan

6.5
Acting

In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing b...

Drowning Mona

Drowning Mona

2000

as Phil Dearly

5.5
Acting

The recently deceased Mona Dearly was many things: an abusive wife, a domineering mother, a loud-mouthed neighbor and a violent malcontent. So when he...

Passion of Mind

Passion of Mind

2000

as Aaron Reilly

5.8
Acting

A psychological romantic thriller where fantasy and reality become indistinguishable for a woman leading a double life in her dreams.

Go

Go

1999

as Burke

7.0
Acting

A supermarket clerk decides to step in for an absent drug dealer, setting off an explosive, comedic chain of events.

The Settlement

The Settlement

1999

as Jerry

5.0
Acting

Swaggering, womanizing Jerry and his hen-pecked buddy Pat are in a bind: their clients aren't dying fast enough! They buy insurance policies from the ...

Armageddon

Armageddon

1998

as Colonel Willie Sharp

6.8
Acting

When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate ...

Switchback

Switchback

1997

as Chief Jack McGinnis

6.0
Acting

After FBI agent Frank Lacrosse believes his son was kidnapped by a notorious serial killer, he travels to Amarillo, Texas, where he believes the murde...

Contact

Contact

1997

as Kent

7.4
Acting

A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and ...

Albino Alligator

Albino Alligator

1997

as Law

5.7
Acting

While escaping from a foiled robbery attempt, three thieves find themselves surrounded by police at a New Orleans bar--only they're not the people the...

Heat

Heat

1995

as Roger Van Zant

7.9
Acting

Obsessive master thief Neil McCauley leads a top-notch crew on various daring heists throughout Los Angeles while determined detective Vincent Hanna p...

Reckless

Reckless

1995

as Rachel's Father

6.4
Acting

On Christmas Eve, a relentlessly cheerful woman escapes from the killers hired by her husband, and embarks on a series of strange encounters.

Strange Days

Strange Days

1995

as Dwayne Engelman

7.0
Acting

Former policeman Lenny Nero has moved into a more lucrative trade: the illegal sale of virtual reality-like recordings that allow users to experience ...

Virtuosity

Virtuosity

1995

as Wallace

5.5
Acting

The Law Enforcement Technology Advancement Centre (LETAC) has developed SID version 6.7: a Sadistic, Intelligent, and Dangerous virtual reality entity...

The Underneath

The Underneath

1995

as Tommy Dundee

5.6
Acting

A recovering gambling addict attempts to reconcile with his family and friends but finds trouble and temptation when caught between feelings for his e...

Quiz Show

Quiz Show

1994

as Stage Manager

7.3
Acting

Herbert Stempel's transformation into an unexpected television personality unfolds as he secures victory on the cherished American game show, 'Twenty-...

Malcolm X

Malcolm X

1992

as Cop at Harlem Station

7.5
Acting

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he b...

Cutman

N/A

Acting

A retired boxer grapples with a terminal illness while reluctantly serving as an enforcer for low-level mobsters. Haunted by the memory of his decease...

That's Amore!

N/A

Acting

Nick Venere has never been married and his best dating years are well behind him. He’s never heard the words "I love you” and figures he never will. P...

The Plastic Men

The Plastic Men

N/A

as The Narrator (voice)

Acting

Vietnam veteran Jonathan Teller suffers from guilt and paranoid delusions. He decides to take his own life, but as he struggles to come to terms with ...

The Embers and the Stars

N/A

Acting

An astrophysicist, after making an extraterrestrial discovery, is forced to flee with his family from their home and is chased through the countryside...