Geoff Pierson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Geoff Pierson
Pierson in 2006
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1980–present

Geoffrey Pierson is an American actor. He is well-known for his roles in many TV shows. Some of his famous TV series include Dexter, Unhappily Ever After, Grace Under Fire, 24, Ryan's Hope, and Designated Survivor. He has also appeared as a guest star in popular shows like Friends, Monk, Fringe, and Homeland.

Geoff Pierson's Acting Journey

Geoff Pierson started his acting career on Broadway. He performed in a play called Tricks Of The Trade. After that, he acted in several New York soap operas. He also performed in many plays at different theaters.

Early TV Roles and Soap Operas

One of his first big TV roles was as Frank Ryan. He played this character on the soap opera Ryan's Hope from 1983 to 1985. This role helped him become more recognized.

Later, Pierson got a main role in the sitcom Unhappily Ever After. He played Jack Malloy, the head of a family. This show was created by Ron Leavitt, who also helped create Married... with Children. He also had a main role as R.T. Howard on That 80's Show.

Guest Appearances in Popular Shows

Geoff Pierson has made many guest appearances. He was in Grace Under Fire and In Plain Sight. He also appeared in The Firm. In 2001, he was in an episode of Friends. He played Mr. Franklin, who was Chandler's boss.

From 2005 to 2006, he appeared in Veronica Mars. He played Stewart Manning, the father of Meg Manning. In 2006, he was a guest star in Criminal Minds. He played Max Ryan, a former FBI agent.

Playing Captain Tom Matthews in Dexter

One of his most famous roles was Captain Tom Matthews. He played this character on the TV series Dexter. He was on the show from 2006 to 2013. He appeared in 43 episodes.

Movie Roles and Other TV Series

Geoff Pierson has also acted in movies. In 2008, he was in Changeling. This movie was directed by Clint Eastwood. He played a defense attorney named Sammy "S.S." Hahn. In 2011, he worked with Clint Eastwood again. He played Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer in the movie J. Edgar.

From 2010 onwards, he had a recurring role in Boardwalk Empire. He played Senator Walter Edge. In 2011, he played Midas Mulligan in Atlas Shrugged. This movie was based on a famous novel. He also played a wealthy father in Rules of Engagement. He had a recurring role as Mr. Smith on Castle. In 2014, he appeared in an episode of Suburgatory.

In 2015, he was in The Brink on HBO. He played Defense Secretary Pierce Grey. He also starred in Designated Survivor. In this show, he played Former President Cornelius Moss. He acted alongside Kiefer Sutherland.

Geoff Pierson's Film and TV Appearances

Geoff Pierson has had a long career. He has appeared in many films and television shows.

Movies Featuring Geoff Pierson

Television Shows with Geoff Pierson

Video Games Featuring Geoff Pierson's Voice