Jeffrey Donovan
Jeffrey Donovan, born on May 11, 1968, is an American actor and director known for his compelling performances across film, television, and stage. With his versatility, nuanced portrayals, and commanding screen presence, Donovan has established himself as a highly respected and sought-after talent in the entertainment industry.
Born in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Jeffrey Donovan developed an early passion for acting and storytelling. He honed his craft at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he studied drama and performed in various theater productions. After graduation, he furthered his training at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University.
Donovan began his acting career in the late 1990s, making appearances in television shows such as "Homicide: Life on the Street" and "Law & Order." However, it was his breakthrough role as Michael Westen in the hit USA Network series "Burn Notice" (2007-2013) that brought him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan base. Donovan's portrayal of a former spy navigating the world of covert operations captivated audiences and showcased his talent for blending action, drama, and dry humor.
In addition to his television success, Jeffrey Donovan has made notable contributions to film. He has appeared in a range of genres, from crime dramas to comedies. Some of his notable film credits include "Changeling" (2008), directed by Clint Eastwood, "Hitch" (2005), "J. Edgar" (2011), and "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018). Donovan's ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters has earned him critical acclaim and made him a sought-after actor in the industry.
Jeffrey Donovan has also ventured into directing, further showcasing his talents behind the camera. He made his directorial debut with the film "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018), where he helmed the short film "La Camioneta: The Journey of One American School Bus" (2012).
Beyond his acting and directing pursuits, Jeffrey Donovan has been involved in philanthropy, supporting various charitable causes. He has participated in fundraising events and campaigns to raise awareness and funds for organizations dedicated to causes such as cancer research and supporting veterans.
Known For | Acting |
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Most Rating | 24.784 |
Birthday | 1968-05-11 |
Place of Birth | Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA |
Also Known As | Jeff Donovan, Jeffrey T. Donovan, 제프리 도노반, |
2008
Changeling
7.596/4039
Christine Collins is overjoyed when her kidnapped son is brought back home. But when Christine suspects that the boy returned to her isn't her child,...
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Changeling
2000
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2
4.288/780
Young adults become fascinated by the events of the three missing filmmakers in Maryland, so they decide to go into the same woods and find out what r...
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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2
2006
Come Early Morning
5.771/35
A thirty-something southern woman searches for love, despite the burdens she carries with her.
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Come Early Morning
2005
Hitch
6.559/5593
Dating coach Alex 'Hitch' Hitchens mentors a bumbling client, Albert, who hopes to win the heart of the glamorous Allegra Cole. While Albert makes pro...
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Hitch
2011
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe
6.4/114
Before Sam Axe teamed up with Michael and Fiona, he was Commander Axe, U.S. Navy SEAL. The Fall of Sam Axe tells the story of how Sam went from respec...
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Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe
2006
Believe in Me
7.5/10
In a conservative small town, a young man's wish to coach high school basketball are tweaked by a school board decision that makes him the new coach o...
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Believe in Me
1997
Catherine's Grove
4.3/3
Undercover cop Doyle is working on a serial killer case that's left a trail of dead transvestites. Then, moonlighting as a private eye, Doyle and his...
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Catherine's Grove
2015
Extinction
6.183/627
And suddenly, overnight, the world came to a halt. Two men, two survivors, one kid, and hatred that separates them. A place forgotten by everyone, inc...
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Extinction
2017
Shot Caller
6.946/1937
A newly-released prison gangster is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major crime with a brutal rival gang on the streets of Southern...
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Shot Caller
2015
Sicario
7.4/8265
An idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexi...
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Sicario
2017
LBJ
6.386/145
The story of U.S. President Lyndon Baines Johnson from his young days in West Texas to the White House.
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LBJ
1996
Sleepers
7.602/3402
Two gangsters seek revenge on the state jail worker who during their stay at a youth prison sexually abused them. A sensational court hearing takes pl...
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Sleepers
2018
Sicario: Day of the Soldado
6.918/3422
Agent Matt Graver teams up with operative Alejandro Gillick to prevent Mexican drug cartels from smuggling terrorists across the United States border.
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Sicario: Day of the Soldado
2011
J. Edgar
6.227/2354
As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind close...
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J. Edgar
2008
Hindsight
3.2/6
Unexpectedly pregnant with no means to raise a child, Dina and Ronnie decide to sell their unborn baby over the Internet. Their plan begins to unravel...
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Hindsight
2019
Villains
6.198/354
When their car breaks down, a couple on the run headed southbound for a fresh start in the Sunshine State break into a nearby house looking for a new...
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Villains
2003
Final Draft
8/1
Marty, an anti-social realist, and Harry, a passionate ideologist, are two young writers who have come to Hollywood to make it as successful screenwri...
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Final Draft
2020
Honest Thief
6.503/1655
A bank robber tries to turn himself in because he's falling in love and wants to live an honest life...but when he realizes the Feds are more corrupt...
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Honest Thief
2020
Let Him Go
6.8/600
Following the loss of their son, a retired sheriff and his wife leave their Montana ranch to rescue their young grandson from the clutches of a danger...
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Let Him Go
2019
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
7.015/3241
A chronicle of the crimes of Ted Bundy, from the perspective of his longtime girlfriend, Elizabeth Kloepfer, who refused to believe the truth about hi...
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Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
2019
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
6.9/459
Witness the legendary origin of renowned Justice League member Wonder Woman as she fights for good with her sword and magic lasso. Equally strong in b...
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Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
2021
Wrath of Man
7.644/5031
A cold and mysterious new security guard for a Los Angeles cash truck company surprises his co-workers when he unleashes precision skills during a hei...
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Wrath of Man
2019
Lucy in the Sky
5/196
Astronaut Lucy Cola returns to Earth after a transcendent experience during a mission to space – and begins to lose touch with reality in a world that...
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Lucy in the Sky
1995
Throwing Down
0/0
Pete (Jeffrey Donovan) and A.J. (Kevin Pinassi) are a pair of low-level criminals who make their money selling fake cocaine to unsuspecting customers,...
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Throwing Down
2000
Bait
5.685/181
Landing in jail for a petty theft crime, Alvin finds himself sharing a cell with John Jaster, the incarcerated half of the pair of high-tech thieves r...
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Bait
1998
When Trumpets Fade
6.56/126
In WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded fellow soldier and searches for survivors from his platoon...
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When Trumpets Fade
2004
Sam & Joe
0/0
"Sam and Joe" tells the story of an abusive relationship that refuses to end. Eventually, they do find the strength to separate and Sam is given the p...
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Sam & Joe
2002
Purpose
4.4/8
A software developer becomes a billionaire and is distracted by fame, greed and power, then must save his invention and company from a hostile takeove...
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Purpose
2022
First Love
5.649/124
A young man’s difficult entry into adulthood, who experiences the highs and lows of his first love, while dealing with the familial fallout spurred by...
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First Love
2021
National Champions
6.5/73
A star quarterback ignites a players’ strike hours before the biggest game of the year in order to fight for fair compensation, equality, and respect...
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National Champions
1997
Vegas Vacation
6.043/609
The Griswold family hits the road again for a typically ill-fated vacation, this time to the glitzy mecca of slots and showgirls—Las Vegas.
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Vegas Vacation
2022
Breaking
6.592/142
Desperate for money and running out of options, Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley holds several people hostage inside a bank, setting the stage for a...
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Breaking
2022
R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned
6.337/558
When Sheriff Roy Pulsipher finds himself in the afterlife, he joins a special police force and returns to Earth to save humanity from the undead.
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R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned
1996
Critical Choices
6/2
A Milwaukee Women's Health Clinic becomes the battleground between pro-choice activists and right-to-life demonstrators over and Easter Sunday weekend...
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Critical Choices
2023
Surrounded
5.927/55
After her stagecoach is ambushed, a woman is tasked with holding a dangerous outlaw captive and must survive the day when the bandit’s gang tries to...
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