Bruce McGill

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Characters played by Bruce McGill

Detective Vince Korsak — Rizzoli & Isles (2010)

Veteran Boston detective who was partner to Detective Jane Rizzoli when she first confronted a sadistic serial killer. He locates the unconscious detective as she is pinned to the floor with scalpels and shoots the attacker, saving her life. Having seen her at her most vulnerable, Detective Jane Rizzoli believes he would never fully trust her as a partner again and requests a new partner; his rescue becomes a turning point in her career.

Jonas Cantrell — Law Abiding Citizen (2009)

The District Attorney who works on the initial case and witnesses a botched execution. He attempts to suspend Clyde's civil rights but is subsequently killed by a weaponized bomb disposal robot during a car bombing.

Judge Harkin — Runaway Jury (2003)

The presiding judge who denies Nick's initial excusal request to teach civic duty and orders jury sequestration after discovering Fitch's illegal apartment search.

Lt. Brooks — Ride Along 2 (2016)

Police lieutenant who assigns James to Miami case.

Pat Mullen — Run All Night (2015)

Shawn's loyal enforcer, participates in conspiracy against Mike and Jimmy.

Jimmy Johnston — Cinderella Man (2005)

The fight promoter who orchestrates Braddock's title match against Max Baer. He shows Braddock and Gould footage of Baer's destructive fights to protect himself from liability, warning them of the extreme danger.

Frank Pedrosa — Collateral (2004)

Frank Pedrosa is an FBI agent who helps Det. Ray Fanning identify the connection among the victims. He explains that they are witnesses before a federal grand jury preparing to indict Felix Reyes-Torrena, then interprets surveillance of Max as evidence that Max is the hitman and orders protection for the next target.

Reverend Larson — Shallow Hal (2001)

Reverend Larson is Hal's dying father, whom Hal visits as a boy. Delirious from painkillers, he urges Hal never to settle for the women he pursues and emphasizes appearances, advice that shapes Hal's shallow outlook long after his father's death.

National Security Advisor Revell — The Sum of All Fears (2002)

White House official coordinating crisis response.

Lt. Brooks — Ride Along (2014)

Police lieutenant overseeing assignments and investigations.

Stanford Marks — Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003)

Elle's loyal and enthusiastic Delta Nu sorority brother.

Sheriff Farley — My Cousin Vinny (1992)

Sheriff Farley is the sheriff who assists Vincent 'Vinny' Gambini's defense investigation. At Vinny's request, he identifies two men in Georgia who match William 'Bill' Gambini and Stan Rothenstein's descriptions and were arrested in a stolen Pontiac Tempest while carrying a gun matching the murder weapon, helping collapse the prosecution's case.

Career Overview

Bruce McGill has 139 screen credits in a career dating back to 1977. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Ride Along with 2 titles. Signature works include Rizzoli & Isles, Law Abiding Citizen, Runaway Jury. 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
139
Birth Date
1950-07-11
Birth Place
San Antonio, Texas, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q447960), public domain (CC0).