Actor
David Rasche
- Born: 15 August 1944, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
- Estimated net worth: $4 million
David Rasche is an American actor known for his roles in comedy and drama. He gained recognition for his performances in 'Sledge Hammer!' and 'About My Father'. With a distinctive voice and a penchant for both serious and humorous roles, Rasche has built a…
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About David Rasche
David Rasche is an American actor known for his roles in comedy and drama. He gained recognition for his performances in 'Sledge Hammer!' and 'About My Father'. With a distinctive voice and a penchant for both serious and humorous roles, Rasche has built a reputation as a versatile actor over his lengthy career.
- Born
- 15 August 1944, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
- Spouses
- Michele Lee (1996-present)
- Children
- 1; Kate Rasche
- Parents
- David Rasche Sr., Elizabeth Rasche
- Estimated net worth
- $4 million
Fun facts about David Rasche
- David Rasche originally studied to become a priest before pursuing acting.
- He has made guest appearances on numerous popular television shows, including 'The Office' and 'ER'.
Famous David Rasche quotes
“I am the law!”
“You have to have a little faith.”
“I just want to be the best I can be.”
David Rasche filmography
Cast (118)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Dying for Sex TV | Dr. Pankowitz | 6.5 |
| 2025 | The Hunting Party TV | Dr. Sidney Fairfax | 7.1 |
| 2024 | Elsbeth TV | Monsignor Frank | 6.8 |
| 2023 | Theater Camp Movie | Dr. Bill Rauch | 6.5 |
| 2023 | About My Father Movie | William 'Bill' Collins XII | 6.0 |
| 2021 | The Good House Movie | Scott | 6.1 |
| 2021 | Paper Spiders Movie | Bill Hoffman | 6.3 |
| 2020 | Swallow Movie | Michael Conrad | 6.6 |
| 2019 | Father Figurine Movie | Larry Berman | 7.2 |
| 2018 | Succession TV | Karl Muller | 8.3 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Impastor TV | Alden Schmidt | 7.0 |
| 2014 | Madam Secretary TV | Ambassador Arlen Maxwell | 7.0 |
| 2014 | Freedom Movie | Jefferson Monroe | 5.5 |
| 2014 | Amira & Sam Movie | Jack | 6.0 |
| 2014 | The Discoverers Movie | Cyrus Marshall | 4.8 |
| 2014 | Black Box TV | Hunter Black | 6.4 |
| 2013 | Kill Your Darlings Movie | Dean | 7.0 |
| 2013 | Petunia Movie | Percy Petunia | 4.7 |
| 2013 | Inside Amy Schumer TV | CEO | 5.7 |
| 2013 | The Big Wedding Movie | Barry O'Connor | 5.8 |
| 2013 | The Strange Case of Wilhelm Reich Movie | Public Prosecutor Mr. Hills | 7.8 |
| 2012 | Revenge for Jolly! Movie | Eichelberger | 4.6 |
| 2012 | Men in Black 3 Movie | Agent X | 6.5 |
| 2012 | Veep TV | Jim Marwood | 7.5 |
| 2011 | Remembrance Movie | Daniel Levine | 6.8 |
| 2010 | Blue Eyes Movie | Marshall | 6.1 |
| 2009 | Bored to Death TV | Bernard | 7.2 |
| 2009 | In the Loop Movie | Linton Barwick | 7.0 |
| 2009 | Peter and Vandy Movie | Alan | 6.3 |
| 2009 | Crimes of the Past Movie | Thomas Sparrow | 3.8 |
| 2008 | Finding the Burn Movie | Self / CIA Officer (archive footage) | |
| 2008 | Burn After Reading Movie | CIA Officer | 6.7 |
| 2007 | The Girl in the Park Movie | Doug | 6.0 |
| 2006 | United 93: The Families and the Film Movie | Self | 6.6 |
| 2006 | Flags of Our Fathers Movie | Senator | 6.9 |
| 2006 | Ugly Betty TV | Calvin Hartley | 6.4 |
| 2006 | United 93 Movie | Donald Freeman Greene | 7.1 |
| 2006 | The Sentinel Movie | President Ballentine | 6.1 |
| 2006 | The Book of Daniel TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 2005 | The L.A. Riot Spectacular Movie | Unknown character | 3.3 |
| 2005 | Final Approach Movie | Gen. Perkins | 5.0 |
| 2004 | Off the Lip Movie | Dr. Martin Shutte | 2.8 |
| 2003 | Exposed Movie | Warren Ward | 6.5 |
| 2003 | Las Vegas TV | Tim Valentine | 7.0 |
| 2003 | Just Married Movie | Mr. McNerney | 5.8 |
| 2002 | She Spies TV | Norton Andrews | 7.5 |
| 2002 | Monk TV | Nick Patterson | 7.9 |
| 2002 | Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood Movie | Taylor Abbott | 6.0 |
| 2001 | Teddy Bears' Picnic Movie | Elliot Chevron | 4.0 |
| 2000 | DAG TV | President Whitman | 7.0 |
| 2000 | Malcolm in the Middle TV | Lawyer | 8.5 |
| 1999 | The Big Tease Movie | Stig | 5.9 |
| 1999 | Hard Time: Hostage Hotel Movie | Robert Sinclair | 6.7 |
| 1999 | The West Wing TV | Carl Everett | 8.3 |
| 1999 | Grown Ups TV | Walter | 6.2 |
| 1999 | Friends & Lovers Movie | Richard 'Richie' Wickham | 4.9 |
| 1999 | The Settlement Movie | Denny | 6.0 |
| 1999 | Providence TV | Doc Croc | 6.7 |
| 1999 | Pros & Cons Movie | Jack Stanford | 3.6 |
| 1998 | Tourist Trap Movie | Derek Early | 6.6 |
| 1997 | That Old Feeling Movie | Alan | 6.2 |
| 1997 | Just Shoot Me! TV | Michael Tenzer | 6.6 |
| 1996 | Suddenly Susan TV | Evan | 6.0 |
| 1996 | Pie in the Sky Movie | Amy's Dad | 6.7 |
| 1995 | Out There Movie | Emmett Davis | 5.0 |
| 1995 | High Society TV | Peter Thomas | 8.0 |
| 1995 | Dead Weekend Movie | Payne | 3.0 |
| 1995 | Magic in the Water Movie | Phillip, Patient #4 | 5.3 |
| 1995 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Jealous Jokester Movie | Ben Landry | 7.4 |
| 1995 | Signs and Wonders TV | Brother Nahum | 7.0 |
| 1995 | Lieberman in Love Movie | M.C. at Luau | 6.7 |
| 1994 | A Million to Juan Movie | Jeff | 5.4 |
| 1994 | Hart to Hart: Old Friends Never Die Movie | Alfred Raine | 6.8 |
| 1994 | Duckman TV | Baron Von Dillweed (voice) | 7.3 |
| 1994 | Burke's Law TV | John Ramsey | 6.8 |
| 1994 | Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter Movie | Chaz Frederick | 5.1 |
| 1993 | Partners Movie | "Grave Squad" Lawyer | 5.2 |
| 1993 | Twenty Bucks Movie | Baker | 5.7 |
| 1993 | Barbarians at the Gate Movie | Ted Forstmann | 6.9 |
| 1991 | Nurses TV | Jack Trenton | 7.1 |
| 1991 | Delirious Movie | Dr. Paul Kirkwood / Dennis | 5.7 |
| 1991 | Bingo Movie | Hal Devlin | 5.1 |
| 1990 | Silhouette Movie | Sheriff Kyle Lauder | 7.2 |
| 1990 | Law & Order TV | Joe Delaney | 7.3 |
| 1990 | Masters of Menace Movie | Buddy Wheeler | 5.8 |
| 1990 | Wedding Band Movie | Sloane Vaughn | 5.0 |
| 1989 | An Innocent Man Movie | Detective Mike Parnell LBPD | 6.1 |
| 1989 | Wicked Stepmother Movie | Steve Fisher | 4.7 |
| 1988 | Empty Nest TV | Jack Trenton | 5.9 |
| 1988 | Secret Witness Movie | Sandy | 5.7 |
| 1987 | Ray's Male Heterosexual Dance Hall Movie | Cal McGinnis | 6.7 |
| 1987 | Made in Heaven Movie | Donald Summer | 6.5 |
| 1986 | Native Son Movie | Buckley | 5.2 |
| 1986 | Sledge Hammer! TV | Sledge Hammer | 8.0 |
| 1986 | L.A. Law TV | David McCoy | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Cobra Movie | Dan | 6.2 |
| 1985 | Code Name: Foxfire Movie | Sam Rawlings | 7.0 |
| 1985 | Sara TV | Unknown character | 8.3 |
| 1984 | Miami Vice TV | Surf | 7.4 |
| 1984 | Best Defense Movie | Jeff | 4.3 |
| 1984 | Kate & Allie TV | Unknown character | 6.2 |
| 1984 | The Lost Honor of Kathryn Beck Movie | Donald Catton | 5.5 |
| 1983 | Special Bulletin Movie | David McKeeson | 7.0 |
| 1983 | Hellfire Movie | Rev Howard Woode | 4.0 |
| 1982 | Fighting Back Movie | Michael Taylor | 5.8 |
| 1982 | American Playhouse TV | Buckley | 6.6 |
| 1982 | American Playhouse TV | Cal McGinnis (segment 'Ray's Male Heterosexual Dance Hall') | 6.6 |
| 1981 | Honky Tonk Freeway Movie | Eddie White | 5.3 |
| 1980 | Just Tell Me What You Want Movie | Stopwatch Producer | 4.6 |
| 1979 | Something Short of Paradise Movie | David Ritchie | 3.8 |
| 1979 | Manhattan Movie | Television Actor #3 | 7.7 |
| 1979 | Sanctuary of Fear Movie | Jack Collins | 8.0 |
| 1979 | Mrs. Columbo TV | Unknown character | 6.5 |
| 1978 | An Unmarried Woman Movie | Man who says, "Hello" (uncredited) | 6.8 |
| 1977 | The Andros Targets TV | Smitty | 7.0 |
| 1971 | Columbo TV | Patrick Kinsley | 8.1 |
| TBA | Roker on the Road TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| TBA | Elderwood Movie | Unknown character |
Latest releases
- Theater Camp2023 / TMDB 6.5
- About My Father2023 / TMDB 6.0
- The Good House2021 / TMDB 6.1
- Paper Spiders2021 / TMDB 6.3
- Swallow2020 / TMDB 6.6
- Father Figurine2019 / TMDB 7.2
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Questions about David Rasche
What are David Rasche's most famous roles?
David Rasche is best known for his role as Sledge Hammer in the series 'Sledge Hammer!' and for his performance in 'About My Father'. He has also appeared in various films and television shows throughout his career.
Has David Rasche won any awards?
While David Rasche has not won major awards like an Oscar, he has received recognition for his work in television and theater, including nominations for various acting awards.
What was David Rasche's first film?
David Rasche made his film debut in the 1978 movie 'The Last Waltz', directed by Martin Scorsese, where he had a small role.
What is David Rasche's most successful film?
One of David Rasche's most successful films is 'About My Father', which has gained popularity for its comedic take on family relationships.
What can you tell me about David Rasche's personal life?
David Rasche is married to Michele Lee, and they have one daughter named Kate. He tends to keep his personal life private.
What is David Rasche's estimated net worth?
David Rasche's estimated net worth is around $4 million, reflecting his long career in acting and television.
What are some milestones in David Rasche's filmography?
Key milestones in David Rasche's filmography include starring in 'Sledge Hammer!', 'About My Father', and guest appearances in shows like 'The Office' and 'ER'.
Is David Rasche involved in any other projects?
David Rasche continues to work in film and television, often taking on roles that showcase his comedic and dramatic talents.