Joe Flanigan embarked on a prestigious career in politics, initially serving as an advance man at the White House, a position that laid the groundwork for his future endeavors. Subsequently, he transitioned to Andy Warhol's Interview magazine, where he refined his skills and honed his expertise. Eventually, he found himself at the renowned Sanford Meisner's Neighborhood Playhouse in New York, a hub for talented individuals seeking to hone their craft.
As his career progressed, Joe was swiftly cast in various NBC projects, ultimately being placed under contract as a series regular for the critically acclaimed show 'Sisters', alongside the talented Sela Ward and Swoosie Kurtz. This significant milestone was followed by another series regular role in Don Bellisario's 'First Monday' on CBS, starring the esteemed Charles Durning and Joe Mantegna.
Joe's impressive television credits continued to grow, as he was cast in Garry Marshall's 'The Other Sister', alongside the talented Diane Keaton, Juliette Lewis, and Giovanni Ribisi. Moreover, he appeared in multiple recurring roles on 'Dawson's Creek', 'Cupid', 'Providence', 'Profiler', and 'Women's Murder Club', solidifying his status as a versatile and in-demand actor.
Notably, Joe starred in the popular science fiction series 'Stargate Atlantis', playing the iconic role of Colonel John Sheppard, which went on to achieve international syndication with an impressive 100 episodes. Most recently, Joe concluded his work on multiple episodes of Apple's TV show 'SEE', starring the talented Jason Momoa in the second and third seasons.