William Petersen
William Petersen is an American actor and producer, best known for his role as Gil Grissom on the television series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. He has earned acclaim for his work in both film and television, showcasing a strong presence and versatility. His distinctive voice... Read More
Known for
To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)
When his longtime partner on the force is killed, reckless U.S. Secret Service agent Richard Chance vows revenge, setting out to nab dangerous counterfeit...
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
A Las Vegas team of forensic investigators are trained to solve criminal cases by scouring the crime scene, collecting irrefutable evidence and finding the...
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 |
CSI: VegasFacing an existential threat that could bring down the Crime Lab, a brilliant team of forensic investigators must welcome back... |
Gil Grissom | |
| 2021 |
Three Short Plays by Tracy LettsThese plays, all written by Tony and Pulitzer-winning playwright and Steppenwolf ensemble member Tracy Letts, share at least one thread:... |
Ted | |
| 2018 |
Friedkin UncutAn introspective insight into the life and artistic journey of William Friedkin, an extraordinary and offbeat director of cult films... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
CSI: ImmortalityAn explosion inside a casino brings Catherine Willows back to Las Vegas to investigate. And when the crime is tied... |
Gil Grissom | |
| 2014 |
ManhattanSet against the backdrop of the greatest clandestine race against time in the history of science with the mission to... |
Col. Emmett Darrow | |
| 2014 |
100 Years of Wrigley Field100 Years of Wrigley Field celebrates a century of the greatest moments and best personalities of the ballpark on Chicago's... |
Self - Narrator (voice) | |
| 2012 |
Seeking a Friend for the End of the WorldAs an asteroid nears Earth, a man finds himself alone after his wife leaves in a panic. He decides to... |
Trucker | |
| 2012 |
BlueBlue is a mother with a secret life. She'll do anything to keep it from her son. But her past... |
Mitch | |
| 2011 |
DetachmentA chronicle of three weeks in the lives of several high school teachers, administrators and students through the eyes of... |
Mr. 'Sarge' Kepler | |
| 2004 |
This Old CubJeff Santo explores the life and career of his father, Chicago Cub great Ron Santo. |
Himself | |
| 2004 |
Blue Neon Night: Michael Connelly's Los AngelesBestselling author Michael Connelly, one of the biggest names in crime fiction, is featured in this documentary as he talks... |
Narrator | |
| 2003 |
Counterfeit World: Making 'To Live and Die in L.A.'The magic and creation behind the making of William Friedkin's classic action film To Live and Die in L.A. (1985).... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Without a TraceThe series follows the ventures of a Missing Persons Unit of the FBI in New York City. |
Gil Grissom | |
| 2001 |
Wrigley Field: Beyond the IvyActor William Petersen narrates this documentary about Chicago's venerable baseball stadium, Wrigley Field, focusing on a variety of quirky fans... |
Narrator | |
| 2001 |
Inside 'Manhunter'A DVD Special Feature documentary on the experience of turning the chilling novel "Red Dragon" into a motion picture, all... |
Himself | |
| 2001 |
HavenBased on the true story of a woman named Ruth Gruber who travels to Europe to help escort 1000 Jewish... |
Jackson Connolly | |
| 2000 |
The ContenderThe vice president is dead, and as the president makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills... |
Jack Hathaway | |
| 2000 |
CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationA Las Vegas team of forensic investigators are trained to solve criminal cases by scouring the crime scene, collecting irrefutable... |
Gil Grissom | |
| 2000 |
The SkullsA senior at an Ivy League college, who depends on scholarships and working on the side, gets accepted into the... |
Ames Levritt | |
| 1999 |
The DirectorsDocumentary biography series featuring profiles of various famous film directors. |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Kiss the SkyTwo professionals, Jeff and Marty, take a business trip to the Philippines. Their deep dissatisfaction with their lives leads them... |
Jess | |
| 1998 |
The Rat PackAfter a brief flash-forward to Frank Sinatra as an old man, saying "I miss my guys," the movie's main narrative... |
John F. Kennedy | |
| 1998 |
The StaircaseA mysterious carpenter appears just as a church is in need of repair. |
Joad | |
| 1998 |
GunshyWhen the New York journalist Jake Bridges catches his girlfriend with another guy, he goes to Atlantic City to drink... |
Jake Bridges | |
| 1997 |
12 Angry MenDuring the trial of a man accused of his father's murder, a lone juror takes a stand against the guilty... |
Juror 12 | |
| 1996 |
The BeastMysterious deaths and unexplained disappearances begin to occur in the small seaport village of Graves Point. When a large, strange... |
Whip Dalton | |
| 1996 |
The BeastMysterious things happen at the coast of Graves Point: An empty boat lies at the shore, divers vanish. The sea... |
Whip Dalton | |
| 1996 |
Mulholland FallsIn 1950s Los Angeles, a special crime squad of the LAPD investigates the murder of a young woman. |
Jack Flynn | |
| 1996 |
FearNicole Walker always dreamed of being swept away by someone special — someone strong, sexy and sensitive who would care... |
Steve Walker | |
| 1995 |
In the Kingdom of the Blind, the Man with One Eye Is KingAl is caught between his loyalty to the police force and his love for his brother in a tense setting.... |
Tony C. | |
| 1993 |
Return to Lonesome DoveAfter returning the body of Gus McCrae to Lonesome Dove, Woodrow Call takes on the challenge of driving a herd... |
Captain Gideon Walker | |
| 1993 |
Late Show with David LettermanDavid Letterman uses mature humor to appeal to his audience in this weeknight series, which gets its music from a... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1993 |
Fallen AngelsA neo-noir anthology television series, set in somber Los Angeles right after World War II and before the election of... |
Georgie | |
| 1993 |
CuraçaoCornelius Wettering and Stephen Guerin are expatriates living in Curaçao. They're bound together by an understanding that each is hiding... |
Stephen Guerin | |
| 1992 |
Keep the ChangeA struggling artist visits his family on their Montana ranch and finds that his former flame, daughter of a family... |
Joe Starling | |
| 1992 |
Passed AwayThrown for a loop by the unexpected news that Dad has suddenly gone to his reward, the grieving eccentric Scanian... |
Frank Scanlan | |
| 1992 |
Hard PromisesA man who doesn't like stable work environments has been away for too many years, and finds out his wife... |
Joey | |
| 1990 |
Young Guns IIThree of the original five "young guns" — Billy the Kid, Jose Chavez y Chavez, and Doc Scurlock — return... |
Patrick Floyd 'Pat' Garrett | |
| 1990 |
The Kennedys of MassachusettsThe Kennedys of Massachusetts is a 1990 TV miniseries that aired on ABC. Focusing mainly on the fifty-four year marriage... |
Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. | |
| 1989 |
CousinsWhen Larry and Maria learn that their respective spouses are cheating on them, they try to turn the tables on... |
Tom Hardy | |
| 1987 | Self | ||
| 1987 |
Long GoneStory of the Tampico Stogies, a low minor-league baseball team, and its star player and manager, Stud' Cantrell, as they... |
Stud Cantrell | |
| 1987 |
Amazing Grace and ChuckAverage American boy Chuck Murdock goes on a school outing to a nuclear weapons facility, where he learns about the... |
Russell | |
| 1986 |
ManhunterFBI Agent Will Graham, who retired after catching Hannibal Lecktor, returns to duty to engage in a risky cat-and-mouse game... |
Will Graham | |
| 1985 |
To Live and Die in L.A.When his longtime partner on the force is killed, reckless U.S. Secret Service agent Richard Chance vows revenge, setting out... |
Richard Chance | |
| 1985 |
The Twilight ZoneThis 1980s revival of the classic sci-fi series features a similar style to the original anthology series. Each episode tells... |
(segment "Need to Know") | |
| 1981 |
ThiefFrank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire... |
Katz & Jammer Bartender |
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Got a question about William Petersen?
William Petersen is best known for his portrayal of Gil Grissom in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and as the lead in the film To Live and Die in L.A.
William Petersen has received several awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work in the television movie The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw.
William Petersen's first film role was in the 1981 movie The Dark Side of the Moon, where he played the character of a crew member.
Some of William Petersen's successful films include To Live and Die in L.A., Manhunter, and The Skulls.
Yes, William Petersen has a strong background in theater and has performed in various stage productions, particularly in Chicago.
William Petersen's estimated net worth is approximately $35 million, largely attributed to his successful acting career.
Yes, William Petersen reprised his role as Gil Grissom in the 2021 sequel series CSI: Vegas.
William Petersen is known for his intense and nuanced performances, often portraying characters with a deep sense of complexity and realism.