Sam Rockwell

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Characters played by Sam Rockwell

Justin Hammer — Iron Man 2 (2010)

Weapons manufacturer and Stark's rival.

'Wild Bill' Wharton — The Green Mile (1999)

A violent and erratic death row inmate who torments the guards and staff. He is ultimately killed by a fly-possessed Percy Wetmore, and his memories are shown to Paul, proving John Coffey's innocence.

Wolf — The Bad Guys (2022)

Charismatic leader of the Bad Guys, a wolf seeking redemption from his criminal past.

Vic — F is for Family (2015)

Cynical neighbor whose blunt humor and loyalty provide comic relief and grounded perspective.

Wolf — The Bad Guys 2 (2025)

Master pickpocket and leader of the Bad Guys, seeking redemption and a better life.

The Man From The Future — Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die (2026)

A time traveler from a post-apocalyptic future who believes a specific group of diner patrons can help him stop an AI-induced singularity. He recruits volunteers over 117 attempts, seeks a nine-year-old AI creator to install a security USB, and is ultimately stabbed before resetting the timeline to try a new strategy.

Dixon — Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)

Dixon is a local police officer who intimidates Red Welby, pressures Mildred through Denise's arrest, and assaults Red after Willoughby's suicide. Fired for his violence, he later follows a lead from a suspected rapist, obtains a DNA sample, apologizes to Red, and joins Mildred on an uncertain mission.

Robert — Everybody's Fine (2009)

Frank's son in Denver, working as a percussionist rather than a conductor as Frank assumed. He claims the orchestra is touring Europe, but this turns out to be a lie to avoid Frank's visit.

Jimmy Silk — Heist (2001)

Mickey Bergman's nephew and rookie crew member. He shows interest in Fran, draws a gun during a police encounter, and eventually betrays the team to steal the gold and Fran, only to discover the hidden compartments are filled with metal washers.

Head Thug — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)

Leader of a local street gang.

Chuck Barris — Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002)

The ambitious television producer and host who secretly works as a CIA assassin. He creates hit game shows like The Dating Game and The Gong Show while using them as cover for international spy missions. Struggling with guilt and paranoia, he eventually confronts his double life, eliminates a mole, and marries Penny while maintaining his secret.

Eric Knox — Charlie's Angels (2000)

Brilliant tech CEO and primary villain in 2000.

Career Overview

Sam Rockwell has 150 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 11 cinematic universes — most prominently The Bad Guys with 2 titles. Signature works include Wild Horse Nine, Iron Man 2, The Bad Guys. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
150
Birth Date
1968-11-05
Birth Place
Daly City, California, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 11 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q316446), public domain (CC0).