J. Anthony Pena

J. Anthony Pena

Personal Details

Biography

J. Anthony Peña, a talented American actor, hails from the picturesque Northern California, specifically Humboldt County, where he spent his formative years. Prior to embarking on his acting journey, Peña attended college for three years, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors. However, a change of scenery beckoned, and he relocated to the majestic Big Island of Hawaii to be with his family. It was during his time on the island that he chanced upon an open audition for a two-year Meisner acting program, and with a sense of adventure, he decided to take the leap. Following the completion of the program, Peña's instructor encouraged him to audition for the prestigious American Conservatory Theater (Studio A.C.T.) in San Francisco, an opportunity he seized with gusto. Upon being accepted into the esteemed institution, he made the bold move to San Francisco to further hone his craft. As his training progressed, the allure of Los Angeles beckoned, and eventually, all roads led J. Anthony Peña to the City of Angels, where he is now pursuing his passion for acting.

Career

2021
Big Sky
Big Sky as Deputy Mo Poppernak
2019
Nation's Fire
Nation's Fire as Officer Pena
The Oath
The Oath as Carl
2014
Bullet
Bullet as Governor's Visitor
2013
Force of Execution
Force of Execution as Gangbanger #1
2012
Mockingbird Lane
Mockingbird Lane as Mr. Perez
Mockingbird Lane
Mockingbird Lane as Mr. Perez
2011
Pizza Man
Pizza Man as Swat #1
True Justice
True Justice as Tiny the Bouncer
2008
Kill Switch
Kill Switch as Pepe 'Coroner' (uncredited)
2005
Black Dawn
Black Dawn as Guard #1
Today You Die
Today You Die as Hispanic
1999
Edtv
Edtv as Con-Ed Guy (uncredited)
1997
Fathers' Day
Fathers' Day as Boat Painter (as Jose Esau Pena)
The Game
The Game as CRS Security Guard (uncredited)