
David Morse
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David Bowditch Morse (born October 11, 1953) is an American actor. Morse became widely known for his role as Dr. Jack "Boomer" Morrison in the NBC medical drama series St. Elsewhere (1982–88). Some other notable roles are in The Negotiator, The Good Son, Horns, Contact, The Green Mile, Dancer in the Dark, Disturbia, The Hurt Locker, The Long Kiss Goodnight, The Rock and 12 Monkeys. In 2006, he had a recurring role as Detective Michael Tritter on the medical drama House for which he received an Emmy Award nomination. He portrayed George Washington in the 2008 HBO Miniseries John Adams, which garnered him a second Emmy nomination. He has received acclaim for his portrayal of Uncle Peck on the Off-Broadway play How I Learned to Drive for which he earned a Drama Desk and Obie Award. He also had success on Broadway, portraying James "Sharky" Harkin in The Seafarer. From 2010 to 2013, he portrayed Terry Colson, an honest police officer in a corrupt New Orleans police department, on the HBO series Treme. Morse appeared in the WGN America series Outsiders (2016–17), the Showtime miniseries Escape at Dannemora (2018), the Netflix comedy drama series The Chair (2021), and the Apple TV mystery series The Last Thing He Told Me (2023-2026). From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
David Morse Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Morse reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Morse's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of David Morse's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Our Family Business, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Morse Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Morse's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Morse has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Looking Through Water | Leo | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Cabrini | Archbishop Corrigan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Timekeepers of Eternity | Captain Brian Enlge (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Virtuoso | The Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Flowing Water | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Concussion | Mike Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Horns | Dale Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | World War Z | Ex-CIA Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Odd Life of Timothy Green | James Green, Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Shanghai | Richard Astor | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mother and Child | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Hurt Locker | Colonel Reed | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Passengers | Arkin | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Hounddog | Daddy | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Disturbia | Robert Turner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | 16 Blocks | Frank Nugent | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story | Palmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Down in the Valley | Wade Sommers | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Double Vision | Kevin Richter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Hearts in Atlantis | Adult Bobby Garfield | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Diary of a City Priest | Fr. John McNamee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Proof of Life | Peter Bowman | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Von Trier's 100 Eyes | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bait | Edgar Clenteen | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dancer in the Dark | Bill Houston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Walking the Mile: The Making of The Green Mile | Self - 'Brutal Howell' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Green Mile | Brutus 'Brutal' Howell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Crazy in Alabama | Dove Bullis | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Negotiator | Cdr. Adam Beck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Contact | Ted Arroway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Murder Live! | Frank McGrath | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | George B. | George | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Long Kiss Goodnight | Luke / Daedalus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Extreme Measures | Frank Hare | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Rock | Major Tom Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Twelve Monkeys | Dr. Peters | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tecumseh: The Last Warrior | Galloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Crossing Guard | John Booth | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Getaway | Jim Deer Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Good Son | Jack Evans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dead Ahead: The Exxon Valdez Disaster | Rick Steiner | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Indian Runner | Joe Roberts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Winnie | Thomas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Personal Foul | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Downpayment on Murder | Det. Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | When Dreams Come True | Robert Wynton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Prototype | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Max Dugan Returns | Shoe Store Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Our Family Business | Phil | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Inside Moves | Jerry Maxwell | Average | Similar → |
David Morse - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Morse?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Morse is "Our Family Business" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has David Morse acted in?
David Morse has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Morse?
Other notable films include "George B.", "Personal Foul", and "The Green Mile".




