Justin Theroux

Biography

Justin Paul Theroux, born on August 10, 1971, is an accomplished American actor and filmmaker whose career spans various genres in film and television. He first gained significant attention through his collaborations with acclaimed director David Lynch, featuring in the enigmatic thriller Mulholland Drive (2001) and the surreal Inland Empire (2006). His filmography includes a diverse array of roles in titles such as Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997), American Psycho (2000), and the action-packed Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003). More recently, Theroux appeared in popular films like The Girl on the Train (2016), The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018), and Bumblebee (2018).

In addition to acting, Theroux has made his mark as a screenwriter, contributing to hits like the action-comedy Tropic Thunder (2008) and Iron Man 2 (2010). He stepped behind the camera for the first time with the romantic comedy Dedication (2007).

Theroux's television work is equally noteworthy, particularly his portrayal of Kevin Garvey in HBO's acclaimed series The Leftovers (2014–2017), earning him a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination. He showcased his versatility in the Netflix miniseries Maniac (2018) and took on the role of Allie Fox in the Apple TV+ series The Mosquito Coast (2021–2023), based on the novel by his uncle, Paul Theroux. In 2023, he further expanded his repertoire with a role in HBO's political satire miniseries White House Plumbers.