Jay Giannone
Actor
Biography
Jay Giannone is an American actor, director, writer, and producer known for his work in both film and television. He is often recognized for his supporting roles in major films, particularly those in the crime and thriller genres. Some of his notable acting roles include appearances in films like The Departed (2006), directed by Martin Scorsese, where he played a small but memorable part, and Patriots Day (2016), a film about the Boston Marathon bombing directed by Peter Berg.
In addition to his acting career, Giannone has worked behind the scenes as a director and writer, and he often draws on his personal experiences growing up in South Boston, a neighborhood known for its working-class roots and proximity to some of the real-life events and figures portrayed in his projects. Giannone is known for his gritty, authentic portrayal of urban characters, and he has worked closely with other actors and directors in the Boston film community.
As Director
Filmography
The Departed
as Detective #4 Tailing Queenan 2006
American Hustle
as Suburban Businessman 2013
Gone Baby Gone
as Steve Penteroudakis 2007
Patriots Day
as Jimmy 2016
Safe
as Detective Kolfax 2012
Three Kings
as Fleeing Republican Guard / Sniper - Oasis Bunker 1999
The Game Plan
as Doorman at Club 2007
The Iceman
as Dominick Provenzano 2012
I ♥ Huckabees
as Construction Worker (uncredited) 2004
Confidence
as Car Salesman 2003
What Doesn't Kill You
as Matt 2008
Lansky
as Salvatore Maranzano 2021
Hollow Point
as Cope 2019
Take Back
as Jack 2021
By the Gun
as Joe 2014
Acceleration
as Marco 2019
Club Life
as Detective Duffy 2015