Brian Kurlander

Brian Kurlander

Personal Details

Biography

Brian Kurlander is a renowned and accomplished actor and playwright who has had the privilege of sharing the screen with some of the most prestigious and talented individuals in the entertainment industry. His extensive filmography boasts a diverse range of projects, including the international thriller "The Ritual Killer", where he co-starred alongside Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman and Yellowstone star Cole Hauser, and the critically acclaimed "The Good Lie", featuring Academy Award Winner Reese Witherspoon and Corey Stoll. Additionally, he has worked alongside Hollywood legend Harvey Keitel in the dystopian sci-fi drama "Hard Matter".

As a classically trained actor, Brian Kurlander has honed his craft through a vast array of stage productions, performing in over 100 professional shows across the country, from New York to Los Angeles. His repertoire includes many of the Shakespearean canon, showcasing his versatility and depth as a thespian.

Born in Rochester, New York, Brian Kurlander's athletic prowess was evident from an early age, as he excelled in various disciplines, including folkstyle, collegiate, and Greco-Roman wrestling. He went on to represent Team USA in the Espior Greco-Roman World championships, securing a top 10 finish in the world rankings. As an NCAA Division I All-American, he was inducted into the James Madison University Sports Hall of Fame, a testament to his exceptional athletic achievements.

In his free time, Brian Kurlander is an avid outdoor enthusiast, having explored some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes. He has hiked, skied, and mountain biked through the Adirondacks, Appalachians, Rockies, Alps, and Himalayas, and has even trekked to Base Camp at Mount Everest in October 2022.

Career

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2025
Give Me Back My Daughter
Give Me Back My Daughter as Judge McCulloch
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2024
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2023
The Ritual Killer
The Ritual Killer as Shelby Farner
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2022
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Black Balsam
Black Balsam as Bill Roth
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2018
Hot Summer Nights
Hot Summer Nights as McKayla's Father
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2014
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2013
A.C.O.D.
A.C.O.D. as David