Phillip Edward Van Lear

Phillip Edward Van Lear

Personal Details

Biography

Phillip Edward Van Lear, a distinguished American actor of great repute, has made a lasting impact on the world of entertainment through his remarkable versatility and extensive range of captivating on-screen appearances in both film and television.

Noted for his outstanding performance as Michael Sr. in the acclaimed film, Meet the Browns, a remarkable cinematic achievement brought to life by the innovative and imaginative Tyler Perry, a renowned creator of memorable characters and compelling storylines.

Noteworthy television credits of Van Lear include his outstanding portrayal of Louis Patterson, a pivotal character in the widely acclaimed FOX series, Prison Break, where his remarkable acting skills left a lasting impression on audiences.

Career

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2020
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2019
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Animator
Animator as Gerald
{"id":126774,"title":"The Perfect Christmas Present","year":"2017","character":"Sam","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-perfect-christmas-present","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_126774.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_126774.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
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The Crash
The Crash as Colonel Ryan
{"id":104058,"title":"Southside with You","year":"2016","character":"Fraser C. Robinson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/southside-with-you","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3sjcustr8bi0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3sjcustr8bi0.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Southside with You
Southside with You as Fraser C. Robinson
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{"id":39949,"title":"My Dog the Space Traveler","year":"2013","character":"Clarence","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/my-dog-the-space-traveler","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_39949.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_39949.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
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2008
Meet the Browns
Meet the Browns as Michael Sr.
{"id":1058,"title":"The Express","year":"2008","character":"NAACP Member","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-express","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_1058.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_1058.jpg"},"released":1}
The Express
The Express as NAACP Member
{"id":187,"title":"Prison Break","year":2005,"character":"Louis Patterson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/prison-break","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/519b83509ur0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/519b83509ur0.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
Prison Break
Prison Break as Louis Patterson
{"id":154666,"title":"The Rest of Your Life","year":"2001","character":"Buddy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-rest-of-your-life","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_154666.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_154666.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
{"id":56398,"title":"Chicago Cab","year":"1998","character":"Father-To-Be","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chicago-cab","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56398.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56398.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Chicago Cab
Chicago Cab as Father-To-Be
{"id":119358,"title":"Night of the Lawyers","year":"1997","character":"TV Anchorman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/night-of-the-lawyers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_119358.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_119358.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
Night of the Lawyers
Night of the Lawyers as TV Anchorman
{"id":7086,"title":"A Family Thing","year":"1996","character":"Club Manager","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-family-thing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7086.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7086.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
A Family Thing
A Family Thing as Club Manager
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{"id":158775,"title":"Thieves Quartet","year":"1993","character":"Jimmy Fuqua","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thieves-quartet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158775.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158775.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Thieves Quartet
Thieves Quartet as Jimmy Fuqua