Birth Place: Beckley, WV, USA
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Chris Sarandon is a talented actor who has made a name for himself on both stage and screen. Born in Beckley, West Virginia in 1942, Sarandon grew up in a family of artists. His mother was a master of needlework and his father was an executive at a clothing company. Sarandon's interest in acting began in high school where he participated in school plays. He went on to study theater at West Virginia University before moving to New York City to pursue a career in acting.
Sarandon made his Broadway debut in 1970 in the play "The Rose Tattoo" alongside Maureen Stapleton. He went on to appear in several other Broadway productions, including "Two Gentlemen of Verona" and "The Rothschilds." In 1975, he earned a Tony Award nomination for his performance in "The Rothschilds."
In addition to his success on stage, Sarandon has had a successful career in film. He is perhaps best known for his role as Prince Humperdinck in the classic film "The Princess Bride." He has also appeared in other notable films such as "Dog Day Afternoon," "Fright Night," and "Child's Play." Sarandon has also lent his voice to several animated films, including "The Nightmare Before Christmas" and "The Lion King II: Simba's Pride."
Sarandon has also had success on television. He has appeared in several popular television shows, including "Law & Order," "The Good Wife," and "The Strain." He also had a recurring role on the hit series "ER."
Despite his success in film and television, Sarandon has always remained passionate about theater. In 2005, he returned to Broadway to star in the play "The Light in the Piazza." He received critical acclaim for his performance and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play.
Sarandon's most recent work includes a recurring role on the Showtime series "Ray Donovan." He has also lent his voice to several video games, including "Batman: Arkham City" and "Elder Scrolls Online."
[1975]Dog Day Afternoon Leon
[1976]Lipstick Gordon Stuart
[1977]The Sentinel Michael Lerman
[1979]Cuba Juan Pulido
[1983]The Osterman Weekend Joseph Cardone
[1984]Protocol Michael Ransome
[1984]Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Kurotowa
[1987]The Princess Bride Prince Humperdinck
[1988]Child's Play Mike Norris
[1989]Collision Course Philip Madr
[1989]Forced March Ben Kline, Miklos Radnoti
[1989]Slaves of New York Victor Okrent
[1990]Whispers Tony
[1991]The Resurrected Charles Dexter Ward, Joseph Curwen
[1993]The Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington
[1994]Dark Tide Tim, Andi's boyfriend
[1995]Temptress Matt Christianson
[1995]Just Cause Lyle Morgan
[1996]Terminal Justice Reginald Matthews
[1996]Bordello of Blood Reverend Current
[1996]Edie & Pen Max
[1997]American Perfekt Sammy
[1997]Road Ends Esteban Maceda
[1998]Little Men Fritz Bhaer
[1999]Let the Devil Wear Black Jack's Father
[2000]Reaper Luke Sinclair
[2001]Perfume Gary Packer
[2005]Loggerheads Robert
[2007]The Chosen One ZebulonZebKirk
[2008]My Sassy Girl Dr. Roark
[2010]Multiple Sarcasms Larry
[2011]Fright Night Jay Dee
[2012]Safe Mayor Tremello
[2013]Frank the Bastard Tristan Pace
[2014]Big Stone Gap Mario Barbari
[2015]I Smile Back Roger
Chris Sarandon, Preludes
How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying, How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying
Chris Sarandon has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
Chris Sarandon has not appeared in the West End
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for Preludes and Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying .
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