David Costabile
Known for
David Costabile is an American actor born in Washington, D.C., celebrated for his sharp, often morally slippery character work. He earned wide acclaim as chemistry prodigy Gale Boetticher on 'Breaking Bad' and its prequel 'Better Call Saul', and has held major roles on 'Suits' and 'The Office'. His film credits include the animated favorite 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' and 'House'. Costabile has built one of prestige television's most respected supporting careers.
David Costabile
21 Movies · 32 Series
David Costabile is an American actor born in Washington, D.C., celebrated for his sharp, often morally slippery character work. He earned wide acclaim as chemistry prodigy Gale Boetticher on 'Breaking Bad' and its prequel 'Better Call Saul', and has held major roles on 'Suits' and 'The Office'. His film credits include the animated favorite 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' and 'House'. Costabile has built one of prestige television's most respected supporting careers.
Movies
Plays Biker Who
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
2000
Plays James Ashley
Lincoln
2012
Plays Bob
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
2016
Plays Professor Hornstein
Runner Runner
2013
Plays Art Buchwald
The Post
2017
Plays Arthur
The Bounty Hunter
2010
Plays Jason
Prime
2005
Plays Fingerprint Expert
The Siege
1998
Plays Carl
Side Effects
2013
Plays Doc McGhee
The Dirt
2019
Plays Arnold
Henry's Crime
2010
Plays Gary Porter
Solitary Man
2009
Plays Junior Editor
Isn't She Great
2000
Plays Mr. Webber
Notorious
2009
Plays Federal Theatre - Beaver Man
Cradle Will Rock
1999
Plays Tobias Thornhill
Hershey
2026
Plays Neurologist
Foreclosure
2014
Plays Mr. Anderson
Afterschool
2009
Plays Robert Thompson
Somewhere Slow
2013
TV Shows
Director
Plays Michael 'Wags' Wagner
Billions
2016
Plays Daniel Hardman
Suits
2011
Plays Bearded Man
Damages
2007
Plays Doug
Flight of the Conchords
2007
Plays Simon Boyd
Low Winter Sun
2013
Plays Thomas Klebanow
The Wire
2002
Plays Gale Boetticher
Breaking Bad
2008
Plays Grant Savage
Little Birds
2020
Plays Judge Walter Smith
Waco: The Aftermath
2023
Plays James Frost
Chicago Med
2015
Plays Maddox
Obliterated
2023
Plays Felton
Tracker
2024
Plays Gale Boetticher
Better Call Saul
2015
Plays David Maddox
Soulmates
2020
Plays Samuel Gates
Person of Interest
2011
Plays Danilo Gura
Elementary
2012
Plays Glen Dolan
Law & Order
1990
Plays Professor Roth
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Plays Itzhak stern/gandalf the grey
Robot Chicken
2005
Plays Phil
House
2004
Plays Man
Will & Grace
1998
Plays Scott Asher
Without a Trace
2002
Plays Leonard Michael
Interview with the Vampire
2022
Plays Eric Ward
The Office
2005
Plays Mr. Braddock
The Closer
2005
Plays Zachary Hines
The Good Wife
2009
Plays Daniel Hardman
Suits LA
2025
Plays Ray Lockhart
FBI: International
2021
Plays Richard Tafflinger
Franklin & Bash
2011
Plays Dr. McCardle
Unforgettable
2011
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is David Costabile and where are they from?
David Costabile is 59 years old, born on January 9, 1967 in Washington, D.C., USA.
What are the most famous roles of David Costabile?
David Costabile is best known for roles in How the Grinch Stole Christmas, The Post, Lincoln.
How many movies has David Costabile been in?
Over a 28-year career (since 1998), David Costabile has appeared in 21 movies and 31 TV shows.
What was David Costabile's first movie?
The career of David Costabile began with The Siege (1998).
What is David Costabile's most recent movie or series?
David Costabile's most recent release is Suits LA, which premiered on February 23, 2025.
What TV shows has David Costabile appeared in?
On television, David Costabile has appeared in Breaking Bad, House, Better Call Saul, Suits.
Does David Costabile have any upcoming projects?
Yes, David Costabile's upcoming work includes: Hershey (2026).
David Costabile
1967-01-09 · Washington, D.C., USA
David Costabile (born January 9, 1967) is an American actor. He is best known for his television work, having appeared in supporting roles in several television series such as Billions, Breaking Bad, Damages, Flight of the Conchords, Suits, The Wire, and The Dirt. He has also acted on film and in Broadway theatre.