Mark Dacascos

Mark Dacascos

61 · Born: Feb 26, 1964

Personal Details

BornFeb 26, 1964 Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Parents
  • Al Dacascos
  • Moriko McVey
  • Melveen Leed
Relatives
  • Jxded (Sibling)
  • Jxded (Half Sibling)

Biography

Mark Dacascos is a multifaceted individual with a rich background in the entertainment industry. As an actor, director, martial artist, and television personality, he has made a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

In May, he will be featured in the highly anticipated film John Wick: Chapter 3-Parabellum, where he will play the role of Zero, opposite Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Asia Kate Dillon, and Laurence Fishburne.

Later this summer, Mark will appear in Roger Avary's film Lucky Day, playing the scene-stealing role of Louis, alongside Nina Dobrev and Crispin Glover. He will also star in the new Netflix series Wu Assassins, opposite Katheryn Winnick.

Throughout his career, Mark has appeared in over 40 feature films, including the critically acclaimed Brotherhood of the Wolf, Cradle to the Grave, and the cult classic Drive. He has also reprised iconic roles in the hit CBS series Hawaii 5-0, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and The Crow. Mark has made appearances in numerous television shows, including Chicago P.D., Lucifer, and the Hallmark franchise, The Perfect Bride and its sequel.

Mark's turn as The Chairman on the Food Network's hit show, Iron Chef America, catapulted him to pop icon status, with over 200 episodes and counting. He has also showcased his dancing skills on ABC's hit show, Dancing With the Stars.

In addition to his work in television and film, Mark has directed his first feature film, titled Showdown in Manilla, starring Casper Van Dien and Tia Carrere.

With his diverse cultural background, Mark Dacascos is a true Renaissance man. Born in Hawaii, he attended school in Germany and is married with three children.

Career

2024
Jade
Jade as Reese
2022
Run & Gun
Run & Gun as Brando
2021
Batman: Soul of the Dragon
Batman: Soul of the Dragon as Richard Dragon (voice)
2020
2019
The Driver
The Driver as The Driver
Lucky Day
Lucky Day as Louis
2018
The Perfect Bride
The Perfect Bride as Daniel Counter
2017
The Perfect Bride
The Perfect Bride as Daniel Counter
Ultimate Justice
Ultimate Justice as Gustav-Ferdinand 'Gus' von Behren
Maximum Impact
Maximum Impact as Tony Lin
2016
Showdown in Manila
Showdown in Manila as Matthew Wells
2014
Operation Rogue
Operation Rogue as Captain Max Randall
2010
Shadows in Paradise
Shadows in Paradise as Lt. Max Forrester
2009
Wolvesbayne
Wolvesbayne as Von Griem
Serbian Scars
Serbian Scars as Peter Olsen Obilich
2007
Alien Agent
Alien Agent as Rykker
I Am Omega
I Am Omega as Renchard
2006
Solar Strike
Solar Strike as Lucas Foster
The Hunt for Eagle One
The Hunt for Eagle One as Lt. Matt Daniels
Only the Brave
Only the Brave as Sgt. Steve 'Zaki' Senzaki
2005
2003
2002
Scorcher
Scorcher as Ryan Beckett
Instinct to Kill
Instinct to Kill as J.T. Dillon
2000
1999
No Code of Conduct
No Code of Conduct as Paul DeLucca
The Base
The Base as Maj. John Murphy / Cpl. John Dalton
1998
Boogie Boy
Boogie Boy as Jesse Page
Sanctuary
Sanctuary as Luke Kovak
1997
Drive
Drive as Toby Wong
Redline
Redline as The Trocia
Sabotage
Sabotage as Michael Bishop
DNA
DNA as Dr. Ash Mattley
1995
Crying Freeman
Crying Freeman as Yo Hinomura / Freeman
1994
Dragstrip Girl
Dragstrip Girl as Johny Remirez
Double Dragon
Double Dragon as Jimmy Lee
1993
Only the Strong
Only the Strong as Louis Stevens
Roosters
Roosters as Filipino's Son
1992
American Samurai
American Samurai as Kenjiro Sanga
1991
Dead on the Money
Dead on the Money as Martial Arts teacher
1990
Angel Town
Angel Town as Stoner's Driver
1989
Ninja Academy
Ninja Academy as Black Ninja (uncredited)
2016
Showdown in Manila
Showdown in Manila as Director, Story