Ray Liotta

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Characters played by Ray Liotta

Henry Hill — GoodFellas (1990)

The protagonist who becomes fascinated by the Mafia life as a teenager. He rises through the ranks, marries Karen, and engages in carjackings, drug smuggling, and major heists. After his cocaine addiction and financial ruin, he turns state's evidence to enter witness protection, lamenting his loss of the glamorous life.

Rhodes — Identity (2003)

Initially appears as a police officer transporting a convict, but is later revealed to be a criminal in disguise. He is one of Malcolm Rivers' dissociative personalities, orchestrating violence at the motel until he is killed by Ed.

Jay Marotta — Marriage Story (2019)

Jay Marotta is an expensive and aggressive lawyer whom Charlie initially consults and later hires after firing Bert. He urges Charlie to fight dirty, exaggerates Nicole's drinking in court, and threatens criminal action over her hacking of Charlie's emails. His combative tactics contribute to the hostile divorce proceedings.

Ray Liotta — Bee Movie (2007)

Celebrity playing himself in a brief cameo.

Joey — Sin City: A Dame to Kill For (2014)

Criminal associate, involved in the underworld's operations.

Syd — Cocaine Bear (2023)

A St. Louis drug kingpin whose plane dropped the cocaine. He sends his son and a fixer to recover it, arrives at the scene to take control, shoots Bob, and is ultimately torn apart by the drugged bear and cubs after refusing to abandon the drug stash.

Jack — Wild Hogs (2007)

The ruthless leader of the Del Fuegos outlaw biker gang. Steals a motorcycle, threatening the group. Later terrorizes a town and kidnaps one of the members, leading to a final confrontation.

Macha — Revolver (2005)

Macha is a casino owner and gang boss who previously arranged the crime that sent Jake to prison. After Jake humiliates him, Macha orders his murder and becomes increasingly obsessed with stopping him. His criminal deals, wounded pride, and fear of losing power drive the conflict with Jake.

Captain Marion Mathers — The Son of No One (2011)

Jonathan's commanding officer who secretly orchestrates the assassination of Lauren Bridges to prevent a police scandal. He attempts to frame Jonathan for the murder and later personally leads a rooftop execution on Vinnie, only to be fatally shot by Vinnie when ordered to kill Jonathan instead.

"Hollywood Dick" Moltisanti / Salvatore “Sally” Moltisanti — The Many Saints of Newark (2021)

Portrayed by Ray Liotta as two distinct figures: Hollywood Dick is Dickie's abusive father who is murdered after attacking Giuseppina, while his twin brother Sally is a imprisoned mobster who warns Dickie about his doomed associations and advises him to cut ties with Tony.

Sheriff Cooley — Breathless (2012)

The local sheriff who initially questions Dale about the robbery and reviews his retirement paperwork. He arrives at the trailer with deputies, shoots Tiny, and is later revealed to have conspired with Lorna to eliminate Dale and Tiny so she can steal the money after his retirement.

Fred Jung — Blow (2001)

George Jung's father who raises him in Weymouth. He files for bankruptcy when George is ten, instilling in him the early belief that money is not important. His eventual death prompts George to record a final message, finally understanding his father's life lessons too late.

Career Overview

Ray Liotta has 140 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 13 cinematic universes — most prominently Cocaine Bear Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include GoodFellas, Shades of Blue, Hanna. 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
140
Birth Date
1954-12-18
Birth Place
Newark, New Jersey, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 13 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q211280), public domain (CC0).