Jerry O'Connell

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Characters played by Jerry O'Connell

Woody Hoyt — Crossing Jordan (2001)

Boston police detective who becomes a major figure in the series, partnering with Jordan Cavanaugh on investigations and later developing a romantic relationship with her. A regular part of the show's law-enforcement ensemble.

Quinn Mallory — Sliders (1995)

Alternate version of Quinn that resulted from the original Quinn inadvertently merging with the Quinn of a visited world.

Jack Ransom — Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020)

A Division Commander who oversees the Cerritos and former friend of Captain Freeman. Pragmatic and mission-focused, he represents Starfleet’s administrative and operational oversight. His complex history with Freeman adds tension to command-level decisions and ship assignments.

Tucker Wells — The Secret: Dare to Dream (2020)

Miranda's boyfriend and the owner of a New Orleans seafood restaurant. He publicly proposes to Miranda during the restaurant's reopening, but she eventually realizes she does not love him, calls off the engagement, and resigns from his business.

Derek Feldman — Scream 2 (1997)

College boyfriend of Sidney, initially suspected but ultimately innocent.

Vern Tessio — Stand by Me (1986)

Vern Tessio is Gordie's friend and the boy who brings the group its crucial information. After overhearing Billy and Charlie discussing the hidden body, he proposes finding it with Gordie, Chris, and Teddy. He takes part in the trek, the discovery, and the decision to report the body anonymously.

Derrick Jones — Piranha 3D (2010)

Sleazy pornographer filming on the lake, becomes an unlikely survivor.

Frank Cushman — Jerry Maguire (1996)

Frank is a highly regarded quarterback prospect expected to be the number one NFL draft pick. After Jerry personally visits his family, Frank initially appears willing to remain with him, but he and his father secretly sign with Bob before the draft, becoming a major professional setback for Jerry.

Curtis Marks — Baby on Board (2009)

Curtis Marks is Angela's husband and a ruthless divorce attorney. He is pursuing a lucrative high-profile case while trying to support Angela, but an accidental encounter with Mrs. Jenkins makes Angela suspect him of cheating. Their mutual accusations separate them until the pregnancy and other misunderstandings are finally clarified.

Clark Kent / Superman — Justice League Dark: Apokolips War (2020)

Alien superhero with immense physical powers and strong moral compass.

Phil Ohlmyer — Mission to Mars (2000)

Phil Ohlmyer is the technician accompanying Jim McConnell, Woody Blake, and Terri Fisher on the Mars Rescue mission. After reaching Mars, he stays behind to repair the Earth Return Vehicle while the others investigate the formation, and he is ordered to launch before the dust storm arrives.

Clark Kent / Superman / Cyborg Superman — Reign of the Supermen (2019)

Clark Kent, later corrupted by the Eradicator into the Cyborg Superman.

Career Overview

Jerry O'Connell has 112 screen credits in a career dating back to 1985. Their work spans 12 cinematic universes — most prominently Justice League Dark Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Crossing Jordan, Star Trek: Lower Decks, The Defenders. 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
112
Birth Date
1974-02-17
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 12 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q378672), public domain (CC0).