John Spencer
Acting
52
Acting Credits
Biography
John Spencer (December 20, 1946 – December 16, 2005) was an American actor. He first gained recognition for his captivating performances on Broadway, particularly in The Great White Hope (1969). Spencer transitioned to film, showcasing his versatility in movies like The Rock (1996) and The Negotiator (1998). On television, Spencer had one of his first on-screen roles in The Patty Duke Show, and later became known as a main cast member on L.A. Law starting in its fifth season. His portrayal of Wh...
Known For
Filmography
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
as Self
Celebrity Poker Showdown
2003
as Self
Ravenous
1999
as General Slauson
The West Wing
1999
as Leo McGarry
Twilight
1998
as Capt. Phil Egan
The Negotiator
1998
as Chief Al Travis
All Revved Up
1998
as Bill Gunter
Trinity
1998
as Simon McCallister
L.A. Doctors
1998
as Edmund Church
Cop Land
1997
as Leo Crasky
Albino Alligator
1997
as Jack
Lesser Prophets
1997
as Ed
Cold Around the Heart
1997
as Uncle Mike
Cafe Society
1997
as Ray Davioni
The View
1997
as Self
The Rock
1996
as FBI Director James Womack
Early Edition
1996
as Howard Banner
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
FX: The Series
1996
as Carl Scofeld
Forget Paris
1995
as Jack
The Outer Limits
1995
as Col. Wallis Thurman
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994
as Al Rhinehart
Touched by an Angel
1994
as Leo
Duckman
1994
as Agent Dennehy (voice)
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
as Mr. Gadget
In the Arms of a Killer
1992
as Det. Vincent Cusack
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
as Det. Mike Mulick
When No One Would Listen
1992
as Walter Wheeler
Presumed Innocent
1990
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
Green Card
1990
as Harry
Law & Order
1990
as Howard Morton
Black Rain
1989
as Oliver
Sea of Love
1989
as Lieutenant
Far from Home
1989
as TV Preacher
Simple Justice
1989
as Det. Phil Sullivan
The Verne Miller Story
1988
as George Sally
Hiding Out
1987
as Bakey
Once Again
1987
as Bobby Lupino
L.A. Law
1986
as Tommy Mullaney
The Protector
1985
as Ko's Pilot
Key Exchange
1985
as Record Executive
Spenser: For Hire
1985
as Joe Moran
Miami Vice
1984
as Lt. Lee Atkins
WarGames
1983
as Jerry
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
1983
as Joey Crawford
Echoes
1982
as Stephen
The Other Side of Victory
1979
as Major Potter
Saturday Night Live
1975
as Self (uncredited)
The Patty Duke Show
1963
as Henry
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self
Tony Awards
1956
as Self - Presenter
Golden Globe Awards
1944
as Self - Nominee