Peter Berg

Peter Berg

61 · Born: Mar 11, 1964

Personal Details

BornMar 11, 1964 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Larry Berg
  • Sally Berg
Relatives
  • Mary Berg (Sibling)

Biography

Peter Berg is a multifaceted American artist, effortlessly transitioning between acting, directing, writing, and producing roles.

His acting career began with a notable appearance in Adam Rifkin's 1988 road movie, Never on Tuesday. This early start paved the way for his subsequent roles in notable films such as A Midnight Clear (1992),a World War 2 drama.

Throughout his career, Berg has demonstrated his versatility by taking on a wide range of characters. He has appeared in films like Fire in the Sky (1993) and Cop Land (1997),as well as notable collaborations with Tom Cruise in Collateral (2004) and Lions for Lambs (2007).

However, Berg's creative pursuits have not been limited to acting alone. He has also ventured behind the camera, directing films such as Very Bad Things (1998) and Hancock (2008). His writing skills have also been showcased through his work on various projects, including the critically acclaimed Friday Night Lights (2004) and The Losers (2010).

Despite his many accomplishments, Berg is perhaps most recognized for his portrayal of Dr. Billy Kronk in the popular television series Chicago Hope (1994),a role that showcased his impressive range as a thespian.

Career

2018
Mile 22
Mile 22 as Lucas
2017
Ballers
Ballers as Dolphins Coach
2016
Patriots Day
Patriots Day as Guy Opening MIT Door
2013
Lone Survivor
Lone Survivor as Soldier (uncredited)
2012
Battleship
Battleship as JPJ 2nd Gunner
2008
Hancock
Hancock as Doctor Who Helps Mary (uncredited)
2007
Lions for Lambs
Lions for Lambs as Wirey Pink
The Kingdom
The Kingdom as FBI Agent
2006
Smokin' Aces
Smokin' Aces as "Pistol" Pete Deeks
2004
Colateral
Colateral as Richard Weidner
2001
Corky Romano
Corky Romano as Paulie Romano
1999
Dill Scallion
Dill Scallion as Nate Clumson
1998
Very Bad Things
Very Bad Things as Man at Funeral
Chicago Hope
Chicago Hope as Billy Kronk
1997
Cop Land
Cop Land as Joey Randone
1996
The Great White Hype
The Great White Hype as Terry Conklin
Girl 6
Girl 6 as Caller #1 - Bob
1995
1994
F.T.W.
F.T.W. as Clem Stuart
1993
A Case for Murder
A Case for Murder as Jack Hemmet
Fire in the Sky
Fire in the Sky as David Whitlock
1992
A Midnight Clear
A Midnight Clear as Bud Miller
1991
Crooked Hearts
Crooked Hearts as Tom Warren
Late for Dinner
Late for Dinner as Frank Lovegren
1990
1989
Heart of Dixie
Heart of Dixie as Jenks Foley
Shocker
Shocker as Jonathan Parker
Going Overboard
Going Overboard as Mort Ginsberg
Miracle Mile
Miracle Mile as Band Member
2010
The Losers
The Losers as Screenplay
2020
Mile 22
Mile 22 as Director
2016
Patriots Day
Patriots Day as Director, Screenplay, Story
2013
Lone Survivor
Lone Survivor as Director, Writer
2012
Battleship
Battleship as Director
2009
Virtuality
Virtuality as Director
30 for 30
30 for 30 as Director
2008
Hancock
Hancock as Director
2007
The Kingdom
The Kingdom as Director
2004
Friday Night Lights
Friday Night Lights as Director, Screenplay
2003
The Rundown
The Rundown as Director
1998
Very Bad Things
Very Bad Things as Director, Screenplay
2022
Shaq
Shaq as Creator
2006
2000
Wonderland
Wonderland as Creator