Peter Gallagher

Peter Gallagher

70 · Born: Aug 19, 1955

Personal Details

BornAug 19, 1955 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Mary Ann Gallagher
  • Tom Gallagher

Biography

Peter Killian Gallagher is a renowned American actor who has been actively involved in the Hollywood film industry since the dawn of the 1980s. Throughout his illustrious career, he has successfully taken on a wide range of roles in numerous feature films, cementing his status as a versatile and accomplished performer.

One of his most notable and enduring roles to date is that of Sandy Cohen in the critically acclaimed television drama series The O.C., which aired from 2003 to 2007. This iconic character has become synonymous with Gallagher's name, and his portrayal of the lovable and witty Sandy Cohen remains a fan favorite to this day.

In addition to his work on The O.C., Gallagher has also made significant contributions to the world of television, taking on recurring roles in various popular series. For instance, he has appeared as Deputy Chief William Dodds on the long-running and highly acclaimed Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, which premiered in 1999.

Furthermore, Gallagher has also showcased his comedic chops by playing Stacey Koons on the Showtime comedy-drama series Californication, which aired from 2007 to 2014. His portrayal of the charismatic and confident Stacey Koons earned him widespread recognition and praise from critics and audiences alike.

More recently, Gallagher has also appeared on the Netflix series Grace and Frankie, playing the role of Nick, a charming and witty character who adds depth and humor to the show. His versatility as an actor has allowed him to effortlessly transition between different genres and roles, making him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

In addition to his television work, Gallagher has also appeared in a number of films, including Covert Affairs, where he played the role of CIA Director of Clandestine Services (DCS) Arthur Campbell. His impressive range and dedication to his craft have made him a respected and sought-after actor in the industry.

Career

2025
2024
Humane
Humane as Charles York
2020
Grace and Frankie
Grace and Frankie as Nick Skolka
2019
After
After as Ken Scott
2018
The Gifted
The Gifted as Benedict Ryan
2017
A Bad Moms Christmas
A Bad Moms Christmas as Hank Mitchell
2016
Center Stage: On Pointe
Center Stage: On Pointe as Jonathan Reeves
2015
Hello, My Name Is Doris
Hello, My Name Is Doris as Willy Williams
Step Up Revolution
Step Up Revolution as Mr. Anderson
2010
GasHole
GasHole as Narrator (voice)
Conviction
Conviction as Barry Scheck
Burlesque
Burlesque as Vince Scali
Covert Affairs
Covert Affairs as Arthur Campbell
2009
Adam
Adam as Marty Buchwald
Californication
Californication as Dean Stacy Koons
2008
Center Stage: Turn It Up
Center Stage: Turn It Up as Jonathan Reeves
2007
The Gathering
The Gathering as Dr. Michael Foster
2004
Great Performances
Great Performances as Sky Masterson (segment "Guys & Dolls")
2003
A Tale of Two Wives
A Tale of Two Wives as Bill Goodman
How to Deal
How to Deal as Len Martin
The O.C.
The O.C. as Sandy Cohen
2002
Mr. Deeds
Mr. Deeds as Chuck Cedar
2001
The Feast of All Saints
The Feast of All Saints as Philippe Ferronaire
Perfume
Perfume as Guido
2000
The Last Debate
The Last Debate as Tom Chapman
Great Performances
Great Performances as First Priest
Center Stage
Center Stage as Jonathan Reeves
1999
House on Haunted Hill
House on Haunted Hill as Donald W. Blackburn, M.D.
American Beauty
American Beauty as Buddy Kane
1998
Host
Host as Dr. Joe Messenger
Brave New World
Brave New World as Bernard Marx
Johnny Skidmarks
Johnny Skidmarks as Johnny Scardino
1997
Cafe Society
Cafe Society as Jack Kale
The Trial of Adolf Eichmann
The Trial of Adolf Eichmann as Gideon Hausner (voice)
1996
Last Dance
Last Dance as John Hayes
Titanic
Titanic as Wynn Park
1995
The Underneath
The Underneath as Michael Chambers
While You Were Sleeping
While You Were Sleeping as Peter Callaghan
1994
White Mile
White Mile as Jack Robbins
Mother's Boys
Mother's Boys as Robert Madigan
The Hudsucker Proxy
The Hudsucker Proxy as Vic Tenetta
1993
Watch It
Watch It as John
Malice
Malice as Atty. Dennis Riley
Short Cuts
Short Cuts as Stormy Weathers
Fallen Angels
Fallen Angels as Mitch Allison
1992
The Player
The Player as Larry Levy
Bob Roberts
Bob Roberts as Dan Riley
1991
Milena
Milena as Pollak
Late for Dinner
Late for Dinner as Bob Freeman
An Inconvenient Woman
An Inconvenient Woman as Philip Quennell
1990
Tune in Tomorrow...
Tune in Tomorrow... as Richard Quince
1989
1988
High Spirits
High Spirits as Brother Tony
The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial
The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial as Lt. Cmdr. John Challee
1987
1986
1985
Dreamchild
Dreamchild as Jack Dolan
1982
Summer Lovers
Summer Lovers as Michael Pappas
1980
The Idolmaker
The Idolmaker as Caesare