Brian Libby
Known for
An American character actor and a recurring member of Frank Darabont's troupe, Brian Libby built a career out of tough, weathered supporting parts. He is best remembered as Floyd, one of the inmates, in 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994), and turned up in a string of hard-edged genre and crime roles across film and television. A dependable presence rather than a headliner, he specialized in cops, convicts and blue-collar heavies, playing them with a lived-in gruffness. He worked steadily until his death in 2018, a familiar if rarely credited face of American ensemble cinema.
Brian Libby
20 Movies
9 Series
An American character actor and a recurring member of Frank Darabont's troupe, Brian Libby built a career out of tough, weathered supporting parts. He is best remembered as Floyd, one of the inmates, in 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994), and turned up in a string of hard-edged genre and crime roles across film and television. A dependable presence rather than a headliner, he specialized in cops, convicts and blue-collar heavies, playing them with a lived-in gruffness. He worked steadily until his death in 2018, a familiar if rarely credited face of American ensemble cinema.
Movies
Plays Floyd
The Shawshank Redemption
1994
Plays Sheriff McGee
The Green Mile
1999
Plays Captain Jackson
Heat
1995
Plays Biker
The Mist
2007
Plays Chief Mechanic
Air Force One
1997
Plays Perimeter Guy
Eraser
1996
Plays FBI Supervisor
In the Line of Fire
1993
Plays Marlin
Action Jackson
1988
Plays John Kirby
Silent Rage
1982
Plays McClaren
Dreamscape
1984
Plays Deadwyler
The Octagon
1980
Plays Steelworker
Real Men
1987
Plays Bum / Detective
The First Power
1990
Plays Sgt. Roach
Platoon Leader
1988
Plays Brody
Catch the Heat
1987
Plays Homer
Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story
1996
Plays Frank
Miracle at Sage Creek
2005
Plays Prisoner
Nightshift Collection
1994
Plays Prisoner
The Woman in the Room
1983
TV Shows
Plays Durango
The Sacketts
1979
Plays Lou Millard
CHiPs
1977
Plays Peter Gaston
L.A. Law
1986
Plays Vanetta
The A-Team
1983
Plays Jake
Little House on the Prairie
1974
Plays Leonard's Henchman
Moonlighting
1985
Plays Buddy Rebotco
Walker, Texas Ranger
1993
Plays Dave
Hunter
1984
Plays Garth McCreery
The Rockford Files
1974
Latest Trailers
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The Mist
Full Filmography
The Mist
Biker
2007
Film
Miracle at Sage Creek
Frank
2005
Film
The Majestic
Studio Guard Hal (uncredited)
2001
Film
The Green Mile
Sheriff McGee
1999
Film
Walker, Texas Ranger
Buddy Rebotco · 1 episode
1996–1997
TV
Air Force One
Chief Mechanic
1997
Film
Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story
Homer
1996
Film
Eraser
Perimeter Guy
1996
Film
Heat
Captain Jackson
1995
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brian Libby still alive?
Brian Libby passed away on July 3, 2018 at age 69.
What are the most famous roles of Brian Libby?
Brian Libby is best known for roles in The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Heat.
How many movies has Brian Libby been in?
Over a 39-year career (since 1979), Brian Libby has appeared in 20 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Brian Libby's first movie?
The career of Brian Libby began with Hot Rod (1979).
What is Brian Libby's most recent movie or series?
Brian Libby's most recent release is The Mist, which premiered on November 21, 2007.
What TV shows has Brian Libby appeared in?
On television, Brian Libby has appeared in The A-Team, Little House on the Prairie, Walker, Texas Ranger, Moonlighting.
Brian Libby
1949-04-20 · Valeggio sul Mincio, Veneto, Verona, Italy
An American character actor and a recurring member of Frank Darabont's troupe, Brian Libby built a career out of tough, weathered supporting parts. He is best remembered as Floyd, one of the inmates, in 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994), and turned up in a string of hard-edged genre and crime roles across film and television. A dependable presence rather than a headliner, he specialized in cops, convicts and blue-collar heavies, playing them with a lived-in gruffness. He worked steadily until his death in 2018, a familiar if rarely credited face of American ensemble cinema.