Paul David McCrane is a multifaceted American entertainer, boasting an impressive repertoire that spans film, television, and theatre. His talents extend beyond acting, as he is also a skilled television director and singer. McCrane's impressive body of work includes his iconic portrayal of Montgomery MacNeil in the 1980 film Fame, a role that cemented his status as a talented young actor. He continued to hone his craft in the 1984 film The Hotel New Hampshire, where he brought Frank Berry to life on the big screen. Additionally, McCrane's impressive range is evident in his performance as Emil Antonowsky in the sci-fi classic RoboCop. Furthermore, he made a lasting impact on the small screen as Robert Romano on the NBC medical drama television series ER, a role that showcased his ability to adapt to a wide range of characters and storylines.
Personal Details
BornJan 19, 1961 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Biography
Career
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2022

The Offer as Jack Ballard
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The Terminal List as Mike Tedesco
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2019

All Rise as Jonas Laski
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2012

Atlas Shrugged II: The Strike as Wesley Mouch
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2011

Harry's Law as Josh Peyton
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2002

New Suit as Braggy Shoot
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2000

The Last Producer as Austin Greene
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1999

ER as Robert Romano
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1996

The X-Files as Leonard Morris Betts
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1994

RoboCop 4 as Emil Antonowsky
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The Shawshank Redemption as Guard Trout
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Under Suspicion as Det. Patrick Clarke
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1993

The Portrait as Bartel
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Strapped as Mitch Corman
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RoboCop 3 as Emil M. Antonowsky (archive footage)
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Sirens as Leon
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1992
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1988

The Blob as Deputy Bill Briggs
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1987

RoboCop as Emil Antonowsky
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1984

Purple Hearts as Brenner
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The Hotel New Hampshire as Frank Berry
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1981

We're Fighting Back as Preacher
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1980

Fame as Montgomery
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Death Penalty as Joey Rodick
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Baby Comes Home as Bobby Moore
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1979

Rocky II as Young Patient (uncredited)
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2023
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2007
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2002