Michael Rispoli
Michael Rispoli is an American actor born in 1960 on Long Island, New York. A dependable character actor, he became familiar to television audiences through his role as Jackie Aprile in the early seasons of The Sopranos. He also earned acclaim for his lead performance in the independent drama Two Family House (2000). On the big screen, he has appeared in films such as Kick-Ass (2010), often bringing a grounded, streetwise presence to his roles. Rispoli has built a long career playing tough, working-class New Yorkers across film and television.
Michael Rispoli
50 Movies
29 Series
Michael Rispoli is an American actor born in 1960 on Long Island, New York. A dependable character actor, he became familiar to television audiences through his role as Jackie Aprile in the early seasons of The Sopranos. He also earned acclaim for his lead performance in the independent drama Two Family House (2000). On the big screen, he has appeared in films such as Kick-Ass (2010), often bringing a grounded, streetwise presence to his roles. Rispoli has built a long career playing tough, working-class New Yorkers across film and television.
Movies
Plays Big Joe
Kick-Ass
2010
Plays Gator Harris
Volcano
1997
Plays Joe Fusco Jr.
While You Were Sleeping
1995
Plays Frank Griga
Pain & Gain
2013
Plays John Johnson
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3
2009
Plays Grama
Rounders
1998
Plays Detective Dibronski
Exposed
2016
Plays Albert Anastasia
The Alto Knights
2025
Plays Richie
Above the Rim
1994
Plays Tommy
Cherry
2021
Plays Sala
The Rum Diary
2011
Plays Jimmy George
Snake Eyes
1998
Plays Max Cantrell
Invincible
2006
Plays Ben DeLuca
To Die For
1995
Plays Jack
Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco
1996
Plays Al
Nonnas
2025
Plays Tony
Empire State
2013
Plays Russ
The Weather Man
2005
Plays Joey T
Summer of Sam
1999
Plays Joseph Boffano
The Juror
1996
Plays Spinner Dunn
Death to Smoochy
2002
Plays Jack (segment "Club Soda")
Stories USA
2007
Plays Sal
Rob the Mob
2014
Plays Jack
Club Soda
2006
Plays Boca
Mr. 3000
2004
Plays Manager of Motel
Feeling Minnesota
1996
Plays Henry Taylor
It Had to Be You
2000
Plays John Leone
The Third Miracle
1999
Plays Joey
Black Irish
2007
Plays Nick
Union Square
2011
Plays Buddy Visalo
Two Family House
2000
Plays Jerry
Angie
1994
Plays Babba
One Last Thing...
2005
Plays Terrence
See You in September
2010
Plays Nicky Falconetti
Household Saints
1993
Plays Sam Bandusky
Scarred City
1998
Writer
Plays Nick DeMaio
Friends and Romans
2014
Plays Victor
Honor Up
2018
Plays Tony V
The Last Godfather
2010
Plays Nick
His and Hers
1997
Plays Coach Hannis
Bottom of the 9th
2019
Plays Det. Lt. Denny Reagan
One Tough Cop
1998
Plays Mickey
Yonkers Joe
2008
Plays Franco Puzzo
Over/Under
2013
Plays Stranger
Cabin Girl
2023
TV Shows
Plays Rudy Pipilo
The Deuce
2017
Plays Michael
Bram & Alice
2002
Plays Detective Guy Giordano
Feed the Beast
2016
Plays Jimmy Breslin
The Bronx Is Burning
2007
Plays Jerry Mankowicz
Third Watch
1999
Plays Richie Sansome
Billions
2016
Plays Frank DiPascali
Madoff
2016
Plays Bel Jaffe
Magic City
2012
Plays Jackie Aprile
The Sopranos
1999
Plays Tommy Lucchese
The Offer
2022
Plays Betty's Father
Dirty John
2018
Plays Angelo Amonte
10-8: Officers on Duty
2003
Plays Pete Haynes
Law & Order
1990
Plays Vitale
Blue Bloods
2010
Plays Frank Adair
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Plays Swenson
Big Apple
2001
Plays Vinnie Zaccaro
The Westies
2026
Plays Kevin Boyd
Common Law
2012
Plays Ike Mannleigh
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
2000
Plays Dave Wheelan
Chicago P.D.
2014
Plays Darien Makris
Person of Interest
2011
Plays Don Warren
The Man in the High Castle
2015
Plays Camper (voice)
American Dad!
2005
Plays Sean O'Grady
Elementary
2012
Plays Frankie
Touched by an Angel
1994
Plays Victor Nable
ER
1994
Plays Stu Harper
The Good Wife
2009
Plays Ray Higgins
FBI: Most Wanted
2020
Latest Trailers
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Nonnas
Full Filmography
The Westies
Vinnie Zaccaro · 1 episode
2026–
TV
Nonnas
Al
2025
Film
The Alto Knights
Albert Anastasia
2025
Film
A Brooklyn Love Story
Don Muchie Buchie
2024
Film
Allswell in New York
Ray
2023
Film
Cabin Girl
Stranger
2023
Film
The Offer
Tommy Lucchese · 3 episodes
2022–
TV
Cherry
Tommy
2021
Film
FBI: Most Wanted
Ray Higgins · 1 episode
2020–
TV
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Michael Rispoli and where are they from?
Michael Rispoli is 65 years old, born on November 27, 1960 in Long Island, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Michael Rispoli?
Michael Rispoli is best known for roles in Kick-Ass, Pain & Gain, The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3.
How many movies has Michael Rispoli been in?
Over a 34-year career (since 1992), Michael Rispoli has appeared in 50 movies and 29 TV shows.
What was Michael Rispoli's first movie?
The career of Michael Rispoli began with Night and the City (1992).
What is Michael Rispoli's most recent movie or series?
Michael Rispoli's most recent release is The Westies, which premiered on July 12, 2026.
What TV shows has Michael Rispoli appeared in?
On television, Michael Rispoli has appeared in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Sopranos, Chicago P.D., American Dad!.
Does Michael Rispoli have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Michael Rispoli's upcoming work includes: Father Joe (2027).
Michael Rispoli
1960-11-27 · Long Island, New York, USA
Michael Rispoli (born November 27, 1960) is an American character actor. He was formerly part of the HBO television series The Sopranos as Jackie Aprile, Sr. Rispoli recently reunited with The Sopranos co-star James Gandolfini in the 2009 thriller The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3.
Rispoli, a second-generation Italian American, was born in Long Island, New York, one of eight children. He attended State University of New York at Plattsburgh as a Theater major and graduated in 1982.