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David Dastmalchian (/ d ə s t ˈ m ɑː l tʃ ən / dəst-MAHL-chən; born July 21, 1975) is an American actor, writer, and producer. He has had supporting roles in a number of superhero franchises : he portrayed Thomas Schiff in The Dark Knight (2008), Kurt and Veb in the Ant-Man franchise, Abra Kadabra in the CW 's The Flash , and Polka-Dot Man in The Suicide Squad (2021).
David Dastmalchian is originally from Kansas. He moved to Chicago, IL, to study acting at The Theatre School, DePaul University. After college, David worked as a professional fisherman in Alaska, a circus performer, movie theatre usher and playwright. He is an ensemble member of Shattered Globe Theatre Company and Caffeine Theatre in Chicago.
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David Dastmalchian is originally from Kansas. He moved to Chicago, IL, to study acting at The Theatre School, DePaul University. After college, David worked as a professional fisherman in Alaska, a circus performer, movie theatre usher and playwright. He is an ensemble member of Shattered Globe Theatre Company and Caffeine Theatre in Chicago.
- July 21, 1975
- Lead List Editor & Writer
- Polka-Dot Man - 'The Suicide Squad' (2021) The Suicide Squad follows the titular group as they travel to Corto Maltese on the orders of the ruthless Amanda Waller.
- Murdoc - 'MacGyver' (2016 - 2021) MacGyver, starring Lucas Till, follows the titular character, a government agent who prevents world disasters through ingenuity and scientific knowledge.
- Calendar Man - 'Batman: The Long Halloween, Part 1 & 2' (2021) The Long Halloween is arguably the best storyline in the Batman mythos, inspiring many of the Caped Crusader's best live-action efforts.
- Bob Taylor - 'Prisoners' (2013) Dastmalchian's first collaboration with Villeneuve was in the 2013 thriller Prisoners. The film stars Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal and follows a police detective and a grieving father pursuing justice for the abduction of two young girls in Pennsylvania.
May 12, 2024 · David Dastmalchian is one of the most recognizable and prolific actors currently working in Hollywood with an impressive list of credits to his name. Despite his first acting gigs being as early as 2000, he largely remained a background and supporting character for many years.
- Ben Gibbons
Mar 20, 2024 · The actor talks about his love of horror, his personal struggles and his role in "Late Night With the Devil". He also shares his thoughts on comic books, superheroes and indie films.
Oct 26, 2021 · October 26, 2021 2:16pm. David Dastmalchian Courtesy of JSquared. David Dastmalchian is closing out the biggest year of his career, one that has been both fulfilling, challenging and, at times ...
