Quick Facts
Born:
1936-10-28
Birthplace:
Manhattan, New York
Credits:
71 Total Roles
Joe Spinell
Acting
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Biography
Joe Spinell (October 28, 1936 – January 13, 1989) was an American actor who appeared in films in the 1970s and 1980s, as well as various stage productions. He played supporting roles in film including The Godfather (1972) and The Godfather Part II (1974), Rocky (1976), Rocky II (1979), Taxi Driver (1976), Sorcerer (1977) and Cruising (1980).
Known For
The Godfather
Willi Cicci (uncredited)
The Godfather Part II
William 'Willie' Cicci
Taxi Driver
Personnel Officer
Rocky
Tony Gazzo
Rocky II
Tony Gazzo
Sorcerer
Spider
Cruising
Patrolman DiSimone
Brubaker
Birdwell
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2016 | FantastiCozzi MOVIE | Count Zarth Arn (archive footage) |
| 2007 | Exorcising 'Cruising' MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2007 | The History of 'Cruising' MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2001 | The Joe Spinell Story MOVIE | (archive footage) |
| 2000 | The American Nightmare MOVIE | Self |
| 1995 | Thriller Zone MOVIE | Vinny Durand (segment "Fanatical Extremes") (archive footage) |
| 1992 | The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 MOVIE | Will Cicci |
| 1989 | Rapid Fire MOVIE | Hansen |
| 1988 | The Undertaker MOVIE | Uncle Roscoe |