John Spencer

John Spencer (December 20, 1946 – December 16, 2005) was an American actor. He first gained recognition for his captivating performances on Broadway, particularly in The Great White Hope (1969). Spencer transitioned to film, showcasing his versatility in movies like The Rock (1996) and The Negotiator (1998). On television, Spencer had one of his first on-screen roles in The Patty Duke Show, and later became known as a main cast member on L.A. Law starting in its fifth season. His portrayal of White House Chief of Staff Leo McGarry on The West Wing (1999-2006) brought widespread acclaim, earning him five Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.

Casted

The Rock

Played FBI Director James Womack

Average Rating

7.1

4982 votes

Release Date

Jun 07, 1996

30 years ago
The Negotiator

Played Chief Al Travis

Average Rating

7.1

2273 votes

Release Date

Jul 29, 1998

28 years ago
WarGames

Played Jerry

Average Rating

7.1

2048 votes

Release Date

Jun 03, 1983

43 years ago
Cop Land

Played Leo Crasky

Average Rating

6.8

1703 votes

Release Date

Aug 15, 1997

29 years ago
Black Rain

Played Oliver

Average Rating

6.6

1172 votes

Release Date

Sep 22, 1989

37 years ago
Presumed Innocent

Played Detective Dan Lipranzer

Average Rating

6.8

768 votes

Release Date

Jul 27, 1990

36 years ago
Ravenous

Played General Slauson

Average Rating

6.9

666 votes

Release Date

Mar 16, 1999

27 years ago
Sea of Love

Played Lieutenant

Average Rating

6.6

655 votes

Release Date

Sep 15, 1989

37 years ago
Green Card

Played Harry

Average Rating

6.1

515 votes

Release Date

Dec 23, 1990

35 years ago
Twilight

Played Capt. Phil Egan

Average Rating

6.1

213 votes

Release Date

Mar 06, 1998

28 years ago
The Protector

Played Ko's Pilot

Average Rating

6.0

194 votes

Release Date

Jun 15, 1985

41 years ago
Forget Paris

Played Jack

Average Rating

6.3

159 votes

Release Date

May 19, 1995

31 years ago
Albino Alligator

Played Jack

Average Rating

5.7

157 votes

Release Date

Jan 17, 1997

29 years ago
Far from Home

Played TV Preacher

Average Rating

5.4

45 votes

Release Date

Jun 30, 1989

37 years ago
Hiding Out

Played Bakey

Average Rating

5.7

44 votes

Release Date

Nov 06, 1987

38 years ago
Cold Around the Heart

Played Uncle Mike

Average Rating

4.8

17 votes

Release Date

Nov 07, 1997

28 years ago
Cafe Society

Played Ray Davioni

Average Rating

4.7

15 votes

Release Date

Jul 18, 1997

29 years ago
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor

Played Al Rhinehart

Average Rating

6.3

13 votes

Release Date

Nov 09, 1994

31 years ago
In the Arms of a Killer

Played Det. Vincent Cusack

Average Rating

4.1

6 votes

Release Date

Jan 05, 1992

34 years ago
All Revved Up

Played Bill Gunter

Average Rating

5.2

6 votes

Release Date

Apr 19, 1998

28 years ago
Lesser Prophets

Played Ed

Average Rating

5.3

5 votes

Release Date

Nov 28, 1997

28 years ago
Key Exchange

Played Record Executive

Average Rating

4.2

5 votes

Release Date

Aug 14, 1985

41 years ago
Echoes

Played Stephen

Average Rating

3.7

3 votes

Release Date

Jan 01, 1982

44 years ago
Cocaine and Blue Eyes

Played Joey Crawford

Average Rating

4.3

3 votes

Release Date

Jan 02, 1983

43 years ago
Simple Justice

Played Det. Phil Sullivan

Average Rating

8.5

2 votes

Release Date

Dec 01, 1989

36 years ago
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One

Played Det. Mike Mulick

Average Rating

2.0

2 votes

Release Date

Nov 29, 1992

33 years ago
The Other Side of Victory

Played Major Potter

Average Rating

0.0

0 votes

Release Date

Jun 12, 1979

47 years ago
When No One Would Listen

Played Walter Wheeler

Average Rating

0.0

0 votes

Release Date

Nov 15, 1992

33 years ago
The Verne Miller Story

Played George Sally

Average Rating

0.0

0 votes

Release Date

Jun 21, 1988

38 years ago

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