John Lithgow
Actor · Executive Producer
Born Oct 19, 1945 · Rochester, New York, USA
Active 1951–present
John Arthur Lithgow (born October 19, 1945) is an American actor. He studied at Harvard University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art before becoming known for his diverse work on stage and screen.
Filmography
Dexter: Resurrection (2025) — Arthur MitchellHarry Potter (2026) — Albus DumbledoreThe Rule of Jenny Pen (2025) — Dave Crealy · Executive ProducerJimpa (2026) — JimpaGiant (2026) — Roald DahlInterstellar (2014) — DonaldShrek (2001) — Lord Farquaad (voice)The Simpsons (1989) — John Lithgow (voice) · Gus (voice)Dexter (2006) — Arthur MitchellHow I Met Your Mother (2005) — Jerry WhittakerRise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) — Charles RodmanThe Accountant (2016) — Lamar BlackburnThe Crown (2016) — Winston ChurchillKillers of the Flower Moon (2023) — Prosecutor Peter LeawardConclave (2024) — TremblayDexter: New Blood (2021) — Arthur MitchellMiss Sloane (2016) — Senator Ronald SperlingTales from the Crypt (1989) — Dr. Oscar CharlesBlow Out (1981) — BurkeBombshell (2019) — Roger AilesLeap Year (2010) — Jack BradyPitch Perfect 3 (2017) — FergusFrasier (1993) — Madman Martinez (voice)Footloose (1984) — Rev. Shaw Moore