Dan Ziskie

Dan Ziskie

Personal Details

Biography

Dan is a talented actor, renowned for his captivating portrayals of memorable characters, most notably Vice President Jim Mathews on the critically acclaimed Netflix series House of Cards and CJ Liquori on the HBO drama Treme. Hailing from Detroit, Dan's passion for the performing arts led him to immerse himself in the vibrant improvisational theater scene in Chicago, where he had the privilege of working closely with the legendary Del Close.

As his career progressed, Dan's talents took him to the East Coast, where he has been actively involved in both on and off Broadway productions, as well as film and television projects. His early film credits include the cult classic Adventures in Babysitting and the iconic Robert Altman-directed comedy-drama O.C. and Stiggs.

In recent years, Dan has continued to impress audiences with his versatility, appearing in a range of films, including the thought-provoking Concussion and the suspenseful thriller Mercy. With a career spanning decades, Dan has established himself as a talented and dedicated actor, consistently delivering standout performances that have captivated audiences and critics alike.

Career

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2016
Mercy
Mercy as George
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2015
Concussion
Concussion as Paul Tagliabue
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2013
House of Cards
House of Cards as VP Matthews
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2010
Step Up 3D
Step Up 3D as NYU Dean
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Louie
Louie as Sheriff
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2009
The Rebound
The Rebound as Ken Gordon
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2008
New York, I Love You
New York, I Love You as Party's Guest
{"id":7952,"title":"Synecdoche, New York","year":"2008","character":"Leg Tremor Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/synecdoche-new-york","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2b1kb5e10o8g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2b1kb5e10o8g.jpg"},"released":1}
Synecdoche, New York
Synecdoche, New York as Leg Tremor Doctor
{"id":2619,"title":"Last Holiday","year":"2006","character":"Dr. Thompson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/last-holiday","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2apjmr6efih0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2apjmr6efih0.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
Last Holiday
Last Holiday as Dr. Thompson
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Eight Below
Eight Below as Navy Commander
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2005
Satan's Little Helper
Satan's Little Helper as Vernon Martin
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War of the Worlds
War of the Worlds as Informative Guy
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2002
Bad Company
Bad Company as Officer Dempsey
{"id":4167,"title":"Thirteen Days","year":"2000","character":"Gen. Walter 'Cam' Sweeney","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thirteen-days","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72pir2qvov80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72pir2qvov80.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Thirteen Days
Thirteen Days as Gen. Walter 'Cam' Sweeney
{"id":7975,"title":"Isn't She Great","year":"2000","character":"Guy's Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/isnt-she-great","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7975.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7975.jpg"},"released":1}
Isn't She Great
Isn't She Great as Guy's Doctor
{"id":4297,"title":"The Jackal","year":"1997","character":"CIA Representative #2","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-jackal","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/75trc33sdfl0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/75trc33sdfl0.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Jackal
The Jackal as CIA Representative #2
{"id":8297,"title":"Zebrahead","year":"1992","character":"Mr. Cimino","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/zebrahead","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6v8387ts05s0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6v8387ts05s0.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Zebrahead
Zebrahead as Mr. Cimino
{"id":159373,"title":"In the Line of Duty: Manhunt in the Dakotas","year":"1991","character":"Ken Muir","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/in-the-line-of-duty-manhunt-in-the-dakotas","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159373.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159373.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
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Absolute Strangers
Absolute Strangers as T.V. Show Host
{"id":60075,"title":"Vital Signs","year":"1990","character":"Dr. Kelly","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/vital-signs","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60075.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60075.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Vital Signs
Vital Signs as Dr. Kelly
{"id":7225,"title":"Troop Beverly Hills","year":"1989","character":"Arthur Barnfell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/troop-beverly-hills","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11l8aodin9u8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11l8aodin9u8.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Troop Beverly Hills
Troop Beverly Hills as Arthur Barnfell
{"id":6252,"title":"Adventures in Babysitting","year":"1987","character":"Mr. Anderson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/adventures-in-babysitting","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5opdljsftrs0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5opdljsftrs0.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
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1986
Twisted
Twisted as Phillip Collins
{"id":4473,"title":"The Man with One Red Shoe","year":"1985","character":"Young American","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-man-with-one-red-shoe","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_4473.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_4473.jpg"},"released":1}
1985