Daniel Sunjata

Daniel Sunjata is an American actor known for his commanding screen presence and versatility across television, film, and theater. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Franco Rivera on the critically acclaimed FX series Rescue Me, where his performance brought depth and intensity to the long-running drama. Sunjata further solidified his reputation with leading roles such as Paul Briggs on the USA Network series Graceland, showcasing his ability to balance action, emotional complexity, and charisma.

Beyond television, Sunjata has appeared in notable films including The Devil Wears Prada and The Dark Knight Rises, and has made memorable guest appearances on popular series such as Grey's Anatomy, Law & Order, and Sex and the City. His work on stage has also earned acclaim, particularly for his performance in the Broadway production of Take Me Out, which highlighted his range as a classically trained actor. Known for choosing diverse and challenging roles, Sunjata continues to be a respected and compelling presence in the entertainment industry.

Known For

Credits

Cast Credits

High Potential (2024)
Starring as Adam Karadec (25 episodes)
The Company You Keep (2023)
Guest starring as Robert Renway
  • Episode 1x04: All In (Mar 19, 2023)
Echoes (2022)
Starring as Charlie Davenport (7 episodes)
  • Episode 1x07: Falls (Aug 19, 2022)
  • Episode 1x06: Fire (Aug 19, 2022)
  • Episode 1x05: Gina (Aug 19, 2022)
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The Stand (2020)
Guest starring as Cobb
  • Episode 1x01: The End (Dec 17, 2020)
Power Book II: Ghost (2020)
Starring as Dante "Mecca" Spears (10 episodes)
Guest starring as Dante "Mecca" Spears
Prodigal Son (2019)
Guest starring as Quentin Vosler
The Twilight Zone (2019)
Guest starring as Detective Peter Reece
Manifest (2018)
Guest starring as Danny (5 episodes)
Happy! (2017)
Guest starring as Simon (3 episodes)
Notorious (2016)
Starring as Jake Gregorian (10 episodes)
Animal Kingdom (2016)
Guest starring as Smurf's Criminal Lawyer
Graceland (2013)
Starring as Paul Briggs (16 episodes)
Smash (2012)
Guest starring as Peter Gillman (4 episodes)
Patricia Cornwell's Win Garano (2010)
Starring as Win Garano (2 episodes)
Lie to Me (2009)
Guest starring as Andrew Jenkins
  • Episode 1x12: Blinded (May 6, 2009)
The Bronx is Burning (2007)
Starring as Reggie Jackson (8 episodes)
30 Rock (2006)
Guest starring as Chris
  • Episode 5x08: College (Nov 18, 2010)
Grey's Anatomy (2005)
Guest starring as Nurse Eli (8 episodes)
Rescue Me (2004)
Starring as Franco Rivera (93 episodes)
  • Episode 7x09: Ashes (Sep 7, 2011)
  • Episode 7x08: Vows (Aug 31, 2011)
  • Episode 7x07: Jeter (Aug 24, 2011)
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D.C. (2000)
Starring as Lewis Freeman
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999)
Guest starring as Bomb Squad Officer
  • Episode 1x20: Remorse (May 5, 2000)
Guest starring as CSU Tech Burt Trevor (15 episodes)
  • Episode 5x15: Families (Feb 10, 2004)
  • Episode 5x08: Abomination (Nov 11, 2003)
  • Episode 5x06: Coerced (Oct 28, 2003)
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Sex and the City (1998)
Guest starring as Louis Leroy, USN
Country Music Association Awards (1967)
Guest starring as Daniel Sunjata
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