1950-05-12 Elgin, Illinois, USA
Bruce Boxleitner (born May 12, 1950) is an American actor and science fiction writer, best known for his roles in the television series *Scarecrow and Mrs. King* (1983–1987) and the *Tron* film series. He has had a long and varied career in television, film, and literature. He developed an interest in acting at an early age and pursued it professionally after studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. After honing his craft on stage, he transitioned to television and film, where he began landing roles in the 1970s. His breakthrough came in the 1980s with the role of Lee Stetson (Scarecrow) in the popular TV series *Scarecrow and Mrs. King*, where he starred alongside Kate Jackson. The series was a hit, running for four seasons, and Boxleitner's portrayal of the charming and resourceful secret agent made him a household name. In addition to *Scarecrow and Mrs. King*, Boxleitner is widely known for his portrayal of *Alan Bradley/Tron* in the groundbreaking 1982 Disney film *Tron* and its 2010 sequel *Tron: Legacy*. The *Tron* franchise, which became a cult classic, showcased Boxleitner in a role that combined both the physical and digital worlds, a theme that would become iconic in science fiction. Throughout the years, he continued to appear in a variety of roles in both television and film. He had notable appearances in shows like *Babylon 5* (1994–1998), where he played *John Sheridan*, the captain of a space station. The show was well-received by fans of science fiction and solidified his place in the genre. He also starred in a number of TV movies and made guest appearances on series such as *The Gambler* and *Supergirl*. He was married to actress Kathryn Crane from 1977 to 1982. He later married actress Melissa Gilbert in 1995, with whom he has two children; they divorced in 2011. Aside from acting, he is an accomplished writer. He published his first science fiction novel, *Searcher*, in 2005 and has continued to write books, including novels in the *Tron* universe.
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Space Command Redemption | General Joe Haldeman | 2024-03-09 |
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Christmas Under the Northern Lights | Doug | 2024-11-09 |
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A Gettysburg Christmas | Ron | 2023-11-27 |
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Far Haven | Ben Watkins | 2023-09-03 |
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The Warrant: Breaker's Law | Judge Thaddeus Breaker | 2023-05-08 |
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Babylon 5: The Road Home | John Sheridan (voice) | 2023-08-14 |
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MatchMaker Mysteries: The Art of the Kill | Nick Columba | 2021-04-18 |
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Gourmet Detective: Roux the Day | Jim Ross | 2020-01-19 |
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Holiday Date | Walter | 2019-12-14 |
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MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement | Nick Columba | 2019-10-06 |
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The Christmas Contract | Tim Guidry | 2018-11-22 |
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Gourmet Detective: Eat, Drink and Be Buried | Jim Ross | 2017-10-08 |
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Wedding Bells | Charlie Turner | 2016-06-03 |
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Double Mommy | Scott | 2016-12-19 |
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So You Said Yes | Nick Blanche | 2015-02-07 |
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The Thanksgiving House | Parker Mather | 2013-11-02 |
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Silver Bells | Bruce Dalt | 2013-10-29 |
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AniMen: The Galactic Battle | General Moss | 2012-01-01 |
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Blackout | Nathan Bell | 2012-10-24 |
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TRON: The Next Day | Alan Bradley | 2011-03-14 |
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51 | Col. Martin | 2011-02-26 |
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Installing the Cast | Self | 2011-04-05 |
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Love's Everlasting Courage | Lloyd | 2011-02-24 |
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LEGO® Atlantis: The Movie | Captain Ace Speedman | 2010-01-15 |
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TRON: Legacy | Alan Bradley / Tron | 2010-12-14 |
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Shadows in Paradise | Cpt. Dyer | 2010-02-09 |
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Transmorphers: Fall of Man | Officer Hadley Ryan | 2009-06-30 |
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The Bone Eater | Sheriff Steve Evans | 2008-02-15 |
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Aces 'N' Eights | D.C. Cracker | 2008-03-15 |
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Dead Space: Downfall | Colin Barrow (voice) | 2008-10-28 |
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Sharpshooter | Sheriff Garner | 2007-10-11 |
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07 Spaceys | 2007-01-01 | |
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Babylon 5: The Lost Tales - Voices in the Dark | President John Sheridan | 2007-09-03 |
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The Pixar Story | Tron (archive footage) | 2007-08-28 |
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Double Cross | James | 2006-02-23 |
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Falling in Love with the Girl Next Door | Frank Lucas | 2006-02-04 |
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Mystery Woman: Wild West Mystery | Clint Lawson | 2006-03-18 |
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King of the Lost World | Lt. Challenger | 2005-12-13 |
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Arthur Hailey's Detective | Ketledge | 2005-01-01 |
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A Killer Upstairs | Detective Bruning | 2005-05-16 |
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Legion of the Dead | Sheriff Jones | 2005-08-09 |
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Special Report: Zombie Invasion | The President | 2004-10-26 |
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Snakehead Terror | Sheriff Patrick James | 2004-03-13 |
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Brilliant | Dr.Dietrich | 2004-03-28 |
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Saving Emily | Gregory | 2004-10-11 |
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They Are Among Us | Hugh | 2004-05-14 |
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Killer Flood: The Day the Dam Broke | Mr. Walker | 2003-04-25 |
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Gods and Generals | Lt. Gen. James Longstreet | 2003-02-21 |
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The Only Witness | Nicholas Preston | 2003-08-19 |
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Hope Ranch | J.T. Hope | 2002-09-02 |
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Contagion | President Howard | 2002-05-15 |
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The Making of TRON | Himself | 2002-01-15 |
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Life in the Balance | 2001-10-10 | |
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The Perfect Nanny | Dr. Robert Lewis | 2000-03-16 |
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Perilous | Judd | 2000-01-01 |
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Free Fall | Mark Ettinger | 1999-01-17 |
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Babylon 5: A Call to Arms | John J. Sheridan | 1999-05-12 |
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Babylon 5: Thirdspace | Capt. John J. Sheridan | 1998-07-17 |
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Babylon 5: In the Beginning | John J. Sheridan | 1998-01-04 |
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Danielle Steel's Zoya | Clayton Andrews | 1997-07-26 |
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Me And My Hormones | Mr. Mahar | 1996-10-24 |
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Gunsmoke: One Man's Justice | Davis Healy | 1994-02-10 |
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Wyatt Earp: Return to Tombstone | Sam, Sheriff of Cochise County | 1994-07-01 |
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House of Secrets | Dr. Frank Ravinel | 1993-10-31 |
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Flight from Justice | Michael Shafer | 1993-03-01 |
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Double Jeopardy | Jack Hart | 1992-11-21 |
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Kuffs | Brad Kuffs | 1992-01-10 |
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Perfect Family | Allan Bodine | 1992-11-11 |
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The Secret | Patrick Dunmore | 1992-04-19 |
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The Babe | Jumpin' Joe Dugan | 1992-04-17 |
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Diplomatic Immunity | Cole Hickel | 1991-04-19 |
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Murderous Vision | Detective Kyle Robeshaw | 1991-02-21 |
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Love with a Twist | Host | 1990-01-28 |
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Breakaway | Joey | 1990-08-01 |
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The Road Raiders | Charlie | 1989-04-25 |
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From the Dead of Night | Peter Langford | 1989-02-27 |
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Till We Meet Again | Jock Hampton | 1989-11-19 |
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Red River | Matthew Garth | 1988-04-10 |
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The Town Bully | 1988-04-24 | |
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Angel in Green | Captain William Wicker | 1987-09-22 |
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The Gambler, Part III: The Legend Continues | Billy Montana | 1987-11-22 |
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Passion Flower | Larry Janson | 1987-03-04 |
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Louis L'Amour's Down the Long Hills | Scott Collins | 1986-11-15 |
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The Return of Mickey Spillane's Mike Hammer | Bruce Boxleitner | 1986-04-18 |
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The Gambler: The Adventure Continues | Billy Montana | 1983-11-28 |
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I Married Wyatt Earp | Wyatt Earp | 1983-01-10 |
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Tron | Alan Bradley / Tron | 1982-07-09 |
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Fly Away Home | Carl Danton | 1981-09-18 |
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The Baltimore Bullet | Billie Joe Robbins | 1980-04-01 |
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The Gambler | Billy Montana | 1980-04-08 |
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Happily Ever After | Jack Gregory | 1978-09-05 |
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Murder at the World Series | Cisco | 1977-03-20 |
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Kiss Me... Kill Me | Douglas Lane | 1976-05-08 |
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The Macahans | Seth Macahan | 1976-01-19 |
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A Cry for Help | Richie Danko | 1975-02-12 |
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Sixpack Annie | Bobby Joe | 1975-12-12 |
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The Chadwick Family | Danny | 1974-04-17 |
