Ian Lithgow, a distinguished alumnus of Harvard University, has garnered widespread recognition for his exceptional acting talents, having showcased his impressive range across various mediums, including television, film, and regional theatres throughout the country. His extensive repertoire boasts performances at renowned institutions such as the Goodman Theatre, the Delaware Theatre Company, the American Repertory Theatre, the Ahmanson Theatre, and the Pasadena Playhouse, as well as Off-Broadway appearances at 59E59 Theaters and Manhattan Theatre Club.
Personal Details
BornFeb 3, 1972 Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
- John Lithgow
Biography
Career
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2025

Creep Box as Ellis
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The Friend as Larry
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2020

Tesla as Alfred Brown
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2014

Rice Girl as Detective Tom Monk
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1996

3rd Rock from the Sun as Leon