Matt Mulhern

Matt Mulhern, a versatile actor and filmmaker, honed his craft under the tutelage of William Esper at the Mason Gross School of the Arts, earning a BFA in Acting. He gained significant recognition for his role as Joseph Wykowski in Neil Simon’s acclaimed play "Biloxi Blues," which won a Tony Award. His career spans film, television, and theater, with notable performances in films such as "One Crazy Summer," "Extreme Prejudice," "Sunchaser," "Infinity," and "Walking To The Waterline," the latter of which he both wrote and directed for IFC Films.

In the realm of theater, Mulhern has made his mark on New York stages with productions like "The One-Armed Man" at Ensemble Studio Theater, "Surviving Grace" at Union Square Theater, and "Wasted" at the WPA. He has also appeared in regional productions, including "The Glass Menagerie" at La Jolla Playhouse and "Death of a Salesman," where he portrayed Biff alongside Hal Holbrook. His recent work includes "Orphans Home Cycle" at Hartford Stage.

On television, Mulhern is best known for his role as Lieutenant in the popular CBS series "Major Dad," along with various pilots and guest appearances, including a recurring role on FX's "Rescue Me" and spots on "Fringe" and "CSI." His filmography also features "Duane Hopwood," starring David Schwimmer, which garnered acclaim as one of Roger Ebert's "Best Films of 2005." Additionally, Mulhern authored a novel titled "Crossing Open Spaces," available online. He resides north of New York City with his wife Karen and their two sons, Connor and Jack.