Henry Czerny

Actor in 'Mission: Impossible'

Henry Czerny - Actor in 'Mission: Impossible'
Born

February 8th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

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Czerny is a Canadian actor who has appeared in numerous film and television productions. Gained recognition for the role of Eugene Kittridge in the film 'Mission: Impossible' (1996), starring alongside Tom Cruise. Also portrayed characters in the television series 'Revenge' and 'The Boys'. His work encompasses both film and theater, contributing to various significant productions throughout his career.

Played Eugene Kittridge in 'Mission: Impossible'

Appeared in 'Revenge' as Conrad Grayson

Featured in 'The Boys' as Agent Edgar

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