Dennis Cockrum

Dennis Cockrum

Personal Details

Biography

Dennis Boutsikaris, a renowned actor, received his Master of Arts degree in Drama from Eastern Michigan University in the year 1984, marking the beginning of his illustrious acting career.

In the early days, he started performing in Chicago with esteemed theaters such as The Court, Victory Gardens, Steppenwolf, Northlight, and American Blues, honing his craft and making a name for himself in the industry.

Since 1988, Boutsikaris has been an ensemble member of American Blues Theater, a testament to his dedication and commitment to his craft. One of his notable performances with the theater was in the Jeff-winning production of "Tobacco Road" in 2010, where he showcased his versatility and range as a performer.

Throughout his career, Dennis has been affiliated with various prestigious organizations, including the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (A.F.T.R.A.),the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Screen Actors Guild (S.A.G.),and the Actors' Equity Association (A.E.A.),further solidifying his position as a respected and accomplished actor in the industry.

Career

2023
Pretty Freekin Scary
Pretty Freekin Scary as Theodore Snickering
2021
Downeast
Downeast as Uncle Billy
JQ Knew That
JQ Knew That as Grand Ben
2020
Shameless
Shameless as Terry Milkovich
2016
Hail, Caesar!
Hail, Caesar! as Cop at French Postcard House
2014
2013
Gangster Squad
Gangster Squad as Elmer Jackson
2008
Extreme Movie
Extreme Movie as Len's Dad
Keith
Keith as Assistant Principal (uncredited)
2005
Rebound
Rebound as Referee Freddy
2004
Paparazzi
Paparazzi as Coroner
2003
Daddy Day Care
Daddy Day Care as Marketing Guy
2002
Murder by Numbers
Murder by Numbers as Criminalist #1 at Ray's House
1999
1998
Emma's Wish
Emma's Wish as Det. William Steele
Desperate Measures
Desperate Measures as Pelican Bay Head Guard
1996
The Glimmer Man
The Glimmer Man as Det. Tom Farrell
1992
Cold Justice
Cold Justice as Patrick
1991
1989
The Package
The Package as Computer Technician
1987
Rent-a-Cop
Rent-a-Cop as Man at El
1985
Code of Silence
Code of Silence as Hood in Tavern