Desmond Harrington's early life unfolded in the Bronx, New York, where his formative years were shaped by the vibrant energy of this iconic city. Before embarking on a successful acting career, Harrington toiled in various occupations, including laborer, landscaper, and cold caller at a brokerage firm. He also spent time tending bar in Manhattan, where a chance encounter with a coworker would ultimately alter the course of his life. This coworker, sensing Harrington's hidden talent, extended an invitation to attend an acting class, a pivotal moment that would set him on the path to stardom.
Personal Details
BornOct 19, 1976 Savannah, Georgia, USA
Biography
Career
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2020

Manhunt as FBI Head Louis Freeh
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2018

Sneaky Pete as Joe
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Elementary as Michael
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2016

The Neon Demon as Jack
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Shooter as Lon Scott
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Officer Maldack
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2015

The Astronaut Wives Club as Alan Shepard
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Limitless as Casey Rooks
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2012

The Dark Knight Rises as Uniform
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2009

Timer as Dan the Man
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Not Since You as Sam Nelson
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Life Is Hot in Cracktown as Benny
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Dexter as Joseph Quinn
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2008

Exit Speed as Sam Cutter
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Gossip Girl as Jack Bass
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2007

Stories USA as Jay (segment "Life Makes Sense If You're Famous")
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2006

Bottoms Up as Rusty #1
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Sons & Daughters as Wylie Blake
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2005

Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Tim Rainey
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2004

Three Way as Ralph Hagen
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2003

Wrong Turn as Chris Flynn
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Love Object as Kenneth Winslow
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Dragnet as Jimmy McCarron
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2002

Ghost Ship as Jack Ferriman
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We Were Soldiers as Sp4 Bill Beck
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Taken as Jesse Keys
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2001

My First Mister as Randy
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The Hole as Mike Steel
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Riding in Cars with Boys as Bobby
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2000

Drop Back Ten as Spanks Voley
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Boiler Room as JT Marlin Trainee (uncredited)
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1999
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2004
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