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Personal Info

Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
November 5, 1943
Died
July 27, 2017 (at 73 years old)
Place of Birth
Fort Sheridan, Illinois, USA
Popularity
1.8
Available Movies
9 released

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Sam Shepard

Also known as: ァム・シェパード, Samuel Shepard Rogers, Samuel Shepard Rogers III, Samuel "Sam" Shepard Rogers III, Samuel Sam Shepard Rogers III, Samuel Shepard Rogers IV, δ»Šγ―δΊ‘γγƒ˜γƒ³γƒͺγƒΌγƒ’γ‚Ή

Actor Fort Sheridan, Illinois, USA Stable 3

Awards & Nominations

Major awards verified (Oscars)
● 0 Wins
1 Nominations
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Award For
1984 Oscars Best Supporting Actor The Right Stuff
Data sources

About Sam Shepard

Sam Shepard was born on 5 November 1943 in Fort Sheridan, Illinois, USA. Sam Shepard passed away on 27 July 2017 at the age of 73. ui.actor_page.about_oscar_nominated_male We have 9 films with Sam Shepard available. Among Sam Shepard's most popular films: Black Hawk Down, Brothers, Swordfish, Mud, Safe House.

Sam Shepard was an American actor, playwright, and author, born on November 5, 1943, in Fort Sheridan, Illinois. He gained recognition for his contributions to both theater and film, becoming a prominent figure in American drama. Throughout his career, Shepard appeared in various notable films, including "The Notebook," "Black Hawk Down," and "Brothers." His performances were often characterized by a deep exploration of complex characters and themes.

In addition to his acting career, Shepard was also an accomplished playwright, winning a Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1979 for his play "Buried Child." He continued to influence the arts until his death on July 27, 2017. Shepard's legacy endures through his impactful works in both theater and film, showcasing his versatility and talent in the performing arts.

Fun Facts About Sam Shepard

Trivia #1

Samuel Shepard Rogers III was an American playwright, actor, director, screenwriter, author and musician whose career spanned half a century.

Trivia #2

He wrote 58 plays as well as several books of short stories, essays, and memoirs.

Trivia #3

He was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1994.

Trivia #4

The New York magazine described Shepard as "the greatest American playwright of his generation."

Best Known Films of Sam Shepard

Career Statistics - Sam Shepard

9
Total Credits
36
Years Active
1978 - 2013
7.1
Avg. Movie Rating
1.8
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
9 films
Top Genres
Drama (6) Thriller (5) Crime (3) Action (3) History (2)

Frequent Co-Stars of Sam Shepard

Best Movies with Sam Shepard

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Sam Shepard has 9 films released between 1978 and 2013.

Black Hawk Down (2001) 7.7

Black Hawk Down

2001

MG William F. Garr...

The Right Stuff (1983) 7.8

The Right Stuff

1983

Chuck Yeager

Days of Heaven (1978) 7.7

Days of Heaven

1978

The Farmer

Mud (2013) 7.3

Mud

2013

Tom

Brothers (2009) 7.1

Brothers

2009

Hank Cahill

Safe House (2012) 6.7

Safe House

2012

Harlan Whitford

Out of the Furnace (2013) 6.7

Out of the Furnace

2013

Gerald 'Red' Baze

Swordfish (2001) 6.5

Swordfish

2001

Senator Reisman

The Pelican Brief (1993) 6.6

The Pelican Brief

1993

Thomas Callahan