
Jay Giannone
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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.
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The Departed (2006)
as Detective #4 Tailing Queenan

American Hustle (2013)
as Suburban Businessman

Gone Baby Gone (2007)
as Steve Penteroudakis

Safe (2012)
as Detective Kolfax

The Game Plan (2007)
as Doorman at Club

Three Kings (1999)
as Fleeing Republican Guard / Sniper - Oasis Bunker

Patriots Day (2016)
as Jimmy

The Iceman (2012)
as Dominick Provenzano

I ♥ Huckabees (2004)
as Construction Worker (uncredited)

Lansky (2021)
as Salvatore Maranzano

The Penitent Thief (2021)
as Dismas

Love Me Dead (2024)
as Mac

Confidence (2003)
as Car Salesman

Take Back (2021)
as Jack

Hollow Point (2019)
as Cope

Outlaw Johnny Black (2023)
as Undertaker (uncredited)

By the Gun (2014)
as Joe

What Doesn't Kill You (2008)
as Matt

Acceleration (2019)
as Marco

Missionary (2024)
as Off-Duty Police Officer

Club Life (2015)
as Detective Duffy

Phoenix (2023)
as Kirill Vestamous

From the Head (2011)
as Mark

Southie (1998)
as Teddy Mac

The Razor's Edge (—)
as Luca

Justice Served (2015)
as Galen Terry

Sweet 16 (2018)
as Frank

The Featherweight (2023)
as Gerard

Downeast (2021)
as Rocco

Rule of Thirds (2024)
as Fixer

Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story (2020)
as Farrell
Open Wounds (—)
as Bob

I Am Stamos (2004)
as Larry
The Witching Hour (—)
as Det. Dan Kirkland
Interpretation (2008)
as T.T.

Crazy Girls Undercover (2008)
as Jamir El Saeed

Jackpot (—)
as Stranger
Ordinary Man (2012)
as Eric

Untold (2014)
as Detective Deluca

Ben Ramsey's iNTERFACE (2019)
as Elijah Stovall

A Broken Code (2012)
as Detective Celi
A Little Push (2012)
as Detective Jones

Difficult to Stay Alive and Die (2011)
as Henchman
Judas' Chariot (2014)
as Larry

A Short Film About Purgatory (2022)
as Prof. Nowicki
Scalpers (2009)
as Vinny Russo
Diamond in the Rough (2009)
as Anthony Michael





