Mark Metcalf
Mark Metcalf | |
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Born | Findlay, Ohio,U.S. | March 11, 1946
Alma mater | University of Michigan |
Years active | 1971–present |
Spouse | Elizabeth Wick (divorced) |
Children | 1 |
Mark Metcalf(born March 11, 1946)[1][2]is an American television and film actor often playing the role of an antagonistic and aggrieved authority figure.[3][4][5][6][7]
He is best known for his role as sadisticROTCofficer Douglas C. Neidermeyer in the 1978 American comedy filmAnimal House,[8][9][10][11]a character he later emulated in the 1984music videosfor the songs "We're Not Gonna Take It"and"I Wanna Rock"by theheavy metalbandTwisted Sister.[6][9][11][12]
He is also known for playing the role ofThe Maestroon two episodes of the sitcomSeinfeldas well as for his recurring role asThe Masteron thesupernatural dramaseriesBuffy the Vampire Slayerand itsspin-offseriesAngel.[6][8][13][14]
Early life
[edit]Metcalf was born inFindlay, Ohio.[11][14]His father was acivil engineer.[9][11]Metcalf was raised inWebster Groves,[11]a suburb ofSt. Louis.In 1959, he moved with his family toNew Jersey[14]where he attendedWestfield High School,graduating in 1964.[15]
Metcalf enrolled in the engineering program at theUniversity of Michigan.[11][14]It was at university that he performed in his first stage play, which was a production of Shakespeare'sHenry VI.[9][14]His first professional acting job was with theMilwaukee Repertory Theaterin 1971.[11]In the early 1970s, he moved toNew York Cityperforming in both classical and modern theater, eventually moving westward to work in film.[11][14]
Career
[edit]Metcalf's first majorHollywoodfilm role was that ofROTCcadet officer Douglas Neidermeyer in the 1978 comedyAnimal House.[3]In 1984, Metcalf played characters similar to Neidermeyer in theTwisted Sistermusic videos for the songs "We're Not Gonna Take It",where he played an authoritarian father, and"I Wanna Rock",where he played an authoritarian high school teacher.[12][13]
In the 1980s and 1990s, Metcalf landed guest roles on multiple television shows includingMiami Vice,Walker, Texas RangerandParty of Five.[11][16]He also played recurring roles on shows such asHill Street Blues,Teen Angel,Star Trek: Voyager,Ally McBealandJAG.[11][17]In 1993 he moved to Hollywood.[3]
One of Metcalf's more memorable television characters was his role in an episode during the seventh season ofSeinfeldtitled "The Maestro".[8][13][14]In the episode he played a self-absorbedconductorwho was dating characterElaine Benes(Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and who insisted on being referred to as "Maestro".[5][6][9]Metcalf reprised the role in an episode later that same season titled "The Doll".[6][18]
From 1997 to 2002, Metcalf played the vampire known asThe Masteron several episodes of the seriesBuffy the Vampire Slayerand itsspin-offseriesAngel.[6][8][18]
In 2000, Metcalf left Los Angeles and moved toBayside, Wisconsinwith his then wife, Elizabeth "Libby" Wick and their son, Julius.[11][19]Metcalf had moved to Wisconsin to start a restaurant with his wife and with no intent on continuing with acting, due to raising a child with special needs.[9][11]However, Metcalf was approached by the director ofFirst Stage Children's Theaterin Milwaukee to act in one of their plays and Metcalf went on to act in several of their productions.[8][9][11]
In conjunction with theMilwaukee Film Festival,Metcalf produced a short film each year based on a screenplay written by a high school student enrolled in the Student Screenwriting Competition, a program developed by Metcalf to teach the craft of screenwriting to young people.[8]Metcalf also contributed articles about film as a correspondent for the online magazineOnMilwaukee.[8]
In 2009, Metcalf played the role of Mayor Johnson on an episode of the third season ofMad Mentitled "Souvenir".[11][13]
After moving toMissoula, Montanain 2013, Metcalf once again became involved in local theatre, playing the role ofScroogein a production ofCharles Dickens'A Christmas Carolpresented by theUniversity of MontanaSchool of Theatre and Dance.[5][9]
In 2019, Metcalf played the role of Sheriff Roy in Tate Bunker's filmThe FieldalongsideBarry BostwickandVeronica Cartwright.[20]Metcalf was the subject of Vera Brunner-Sung's documentary shortCharacterthat premiered at theSundance Film Festivalin 2020.[21]Metcalf met Brunner-Sung through a mutual friend after moving to Columbus, Ohio.[21]
Personal life
[edit]Metcalf has one son, Julius, with Elizabeth "Libby" Wick. The couple moved from Los Angeles, California to Bayside, Wisconsin in 2000.[22]They owned and operated a restaurant in nearbyMequon, Wisconsincalled Libby Montana.[9][11][19]Metcalf filed for divorce in 2003 and since 2006 Wick has been the sole owner of the restaurant.[10][19]
In 2013, Metcalf moved toMissoula, Montana,to be closer to Julius, who was a student at theUniversity of Montana.[5][9]
Metcalf is a longtime advocate for Alzheimer’s research and awareness raising.[23][24]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1977 | Julia | Pratt | |
1978 | Animal House | Doug Neidermeyer | |
1979 | Chilly Scenes of Winter | Ox | |
1980 | Where the Buffalo Roam | Dooley | |
1983 | The Final Terror | Mike | |
1984 | Almost You | Andrews | |
1985 | The Heavenly Kid | Joe Barnes | |
1986 | One Crazy Summer | Aguilla Beckersted | |
1988 | Mr. North | Mr. Skeel | |
1989 | The Oasis | Eric | |
1991 | Oscar | Milhous | |
1995 | A Reason to Believe | Dean Kirby | |
1995 | Rage | Lt. Gov. Dalquist | |
1996 | The Stupids | Colonel Neidermeyer | |
1997 | Hijacking Hollywood | Michael Lawrence | |
1997 | Loose Women | Director Marsh | |
1999 | Drive Me Crazy | Mr. Rope | |
2000 | The Million Dollar Kid | Officer Bob | |
2002 | Britney, Baby, One More Time | Barfly | |
2002 | Sorority Boys | John Kloss | |
2002 | Lone Hero | Marshall Harris | |
2006 | The Legend Trip | Charles Knotting | |
2007 | The Sleeper | Richmond | |
2009 | Modus Operandi | Copper Gore | |
2011 | Fort McCoy | Mr. Gerkey | |
2011 | We Will Rock You | Major Emile Hickory | |
2012 | Playback | Chris Safford | |
2012 | Little Red | Lou | |
2012 | The Smart Ones | Professor Faron | |
2013 | Billy Club | The Umpire | |
2014 | Hamlet A.D.D. | Speedy McSpitty | |
2017 | Manlife | Alfred Lawson | Voice |
2018 | A Futile and Stupid Gesture | Second Publisher | |
2019 | The Field | Sheriff Roy |
Television
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1975 | Karen | Jess Walker | Episode: "I Gave at the Office" |
1978 | Julie Farr, M.D. | Buddy | Episode: "Careers" |
1979 | Barnaby Jones | Ted Parker | 2 episodes |
1981 | Breaking Away | The Racer | Episode: "La Strada" |
1981 | Hill Street Blues | Officer Harris | 4 episodes |
1982 | Teachers Only | David | Episode: "Diana, Substitute Mother" |
1983 | For Love and Honor | Major Camden | Episode: "Rite of Passage" |
1983 | Hotel | Chuck | Episode: "Confrontations" |
1986 | One Life to Live | Stick | 3 episodes |
1988 | Miami Vice | Agent Brody | Episode: "Baseballs of Death" |
1989 | A Man Called Hawk | Mr. Kirkpatrick | Episode: "The Divided Child" |
1991 | L.A. Law | Greg Morrison | Episode: "As God Is My Co-Defendant" |
1991 | Dream On | The Creature | Episode: "The Second Greatest Story Ever Told" |
1991 | Guilty Until Proven Innocent | Ron D'Angelo | Television film |
1991 | A Woman Named Jackie | George Smathers | 2 episodes |
1992 | Dead Ahead: The Exxon Valdez Disaster | Dennis Kelso | Television film |
1993 | Renegade | Russell | Episode: "The Champ" |
1994 | Silk Stalkings | Scott Finn | Episode: "The Last Campaign" |
1994 | Walker, Texas Ranger | Norval Hayes | Episode: "Deadly Vision" |
1994 | Dead at 21 | Sheriff Sullivan | Episode: "Love Minus Zero" |
1994 | Touched by an Angel | Nick Morrow | Episode: "The Southbound Bus" |
1995 | Melrose Place | Det. Bob Wilkens | 2 episodes |
1995, 1996 | Seinfeld | Bob Cobb | |
1996 | Party of Five | Mr. Reeves | Episode: "Unfair Advantage" |
1997–1998 | Teen Angel | Roderick Nitzke | 7 episodes |
1997, 1998 | Ally McBeal | Attorney Walden | 2 episodes |
1997–2002 | Buffy the Vampire Slayer | The Master | 8 episodes |
1998 | Star Trek: Voyager | Hirogen Medic | 2 episodes |
1999 | JAG | Captain Pike | 3 episodes |
2000 | Angel | The Master | Episode: "Darla" |
2001 | Warden of Red Rock | Carl McVale | Television film |
2006 | Video on Trial | Abusive Father | Episode #2.6 |
2009 | Mad Men | Mayor Johnson | Episode: "Souvenir" |
References
[edit]- ^"Terrence Howard, Lisa Loeb: Today's celebrity birthdays list (March 11, 2017)".cleveland.com.Advance Ohio. March 11, 2017.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^"Celebrity birthdays, March 5–11".San Angelo Standard-Times.San Angelo, Texas. March 2, 2017.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^abc"Mr. Mean Guy".Variety.Los Angeles, California: Variety. September 18, 1995.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^Spears, Steve (June 11, 2010)."Bullies we love to watch".St. Petersburg Times.Tampa Bay Florida. Archived fromthe originalon June 12, 2010.RetrievedDecember 29,2017.
In 1978's Animal House, Mark Metcalf played one of the most despicable bullies in film history, Doug Neidermeyer.
- ^abcdWalsh, Cory (November 20, 2014)."Veteran character actor Mark Metcalf plays Scrooge in UM production".Missoulian.Missoula, Montana.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
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- ^Oztaskin, Murat (November 11, 2020)."The Price of Performance, in 'Character'".The New Yorker.RetrievedFebruary 1,2021.
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- ^abcdefghijFredrickson, Erika (November 20, 2014)."What do you want to do with your life?".Missoula Independent.Missoula, Montana. Archived fromthe originalon 2015-03-28.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^abHorne, Michael (April 5, 2004)."The Roundup: Maestro Orchestrates Divorce".Urban Milwaukee.Milwaukee, Wisconsin.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^abcdefghijklmnoAndrews, Tom (October 28, 2011)."'Animal House' Fan Favorite Metcalf Still Crafting Film and Stage Memories ".Patch Media.RetrievedDecember 29,2017.
- ^abTitus, Christa (October 1, 2016)."7 Significant Moments in Twisted Sister's History".Billboard.Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group.RetrievedDecember 29,2017.
- ^abcdBarrett, Annie (October 5, 2009)."From Maestro to Mayor: Mark Metcalf on 'Mad Men'".Entertainment Weekly.Time.RetrievedDecember 29,2017.
- ^abcdefgWillow, Jon Anne (December 1, 2004)."Mark Metcalf is the Accidental Actor".Urban Milwaukee.Milwaukee, Wisconsin.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^Weather Vane 1964,p. 62. Accessed August 23, 2018.
- ^Sanders, Steven (2010).Miami Vice. Contemporary approaches to film and television series: TV milestones.Detroit, Michigan: Wayne State University Press. p. 75.ISBN9780814335413.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^Schuyler, David (December 10, 2000)."Actor buys Kelley's".Milwaukee Business Journal.Milwaukee, Wisconsin.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^ab"Mark Metcalf - Credits".TV Guide.CBS Interactive.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^abc"Business Spotlight: Libby Montana Bar & Grill".Mequon-Thiensville Today.Mequon and Thiensville, Wisconsin: The City of Mequon, the Village of Thiensville and the Mequon-Thiensville School District. August 2016.RetrievedJune 1,2018.
- ^Luhrssen, David (October 16, 2019)."Director Tate Bunker Talks About 'The Field'".Shepherd Express.Milwaukee, Wisconsin.RetrievedAugust 22,2020.
- ^ab"Brunner-Sung's film" Character "premieres at Sundance".College of Arts and Sciences.Ohio State University. January 23, 2020.RetrievedAugust 22,2020.
- ^https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/metcalftalks
- ^https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2011/03/09/fat-tuesday-with-mam-and-the-alzheimers-association-of-wi/
- ^https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2010/05/25/moving-pictures-i-remember-better-when-i-paint/
External links
[edit]- 1946 births
- Living people
- Male actors from Ohio
- Male actors from Milwaukee
- American male film actors
- American male television actors
- People from Bayside, Wisconsin
- People from Findlay, Ohio
- People from Westfield, New Jersey
- University of Michigan College of Engineering alumni
- Westfield High School (New Jersey) alumni