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Bruce Boxleitner

Bruce Boxleitner

Actor·b. 1950·Elgin, Illinois, USA

9 horror credits

Bruce Boxleitner (born May 12, 1950) is an American actor and science fiction writer, best known for his roles in the television series Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983–1987) and the Tron film series. He has had a long and varied career in television, film, and literature.

He developed an interest in acting at an early age and pursued it professionally after studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. After honing his craft on stage, he transitioned to television and film, where he began landing roles in the 1970s.

His breakthrough came in the 1980s with the role of Lee Stetson (Scarecrow) in the popular TV series Scarecrow and Mrs. King, where he starred alongside Kate Jackson. The series was a hit, running for four seasons, and Boxleitner's portrayal of the charming and resourceful secret agent made him a household name.

Actor9 films

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51

Col. Martin

2011
Dead Space: Downfall

Dead Space: Downfall

Colin Barrow (voice)

2008
Bone Eater

Bone Eater

Sheriff Steve Evans

2008
Legion of the Dead

Legion of the Dead

Sheriff Jones

2005
Special Report: Zombie Invasion

Special Report: Zombie Invasion

The President

2004
They Are Among Us

They Are Among Us

Hugh

2004
Snakehead Terror

Snakehead Terror

Sheriff Patrick James

2004
Murderous Vision

Murderous Vision

Detective Kyle Robeshaw

1991
From the Dead of Night

From the Dead of Night

Peter Langford

1989