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Daniel Sunjata Movies and TV Shows

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Best known as Franco Rivera (Rescue Me), Paul Briggs (Graceland), and Captain Bowers (Manifest).

  • Active 2000–present
  • 6 credits

Films

  • The Dark Knight RisesCaptain Jones2012
  • One for the MoneyRanger2012
  • The ExoneratedKerry Max Cook2005

TV shows

  • ManifestCaptain Bowers2018–2021
  • GracelandPaul Briggs2013–2015
  • Rescue MeFranco Rivera2004–2011

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About Daniel Sunjata

Daniel Sunjata is an American actor, best known for his roles in the FX series Rescue Me and the USA Network series Graceland. He has also appeared in films such as The Dark Knight Rises and the TV series Manifest.

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What is Daniel Sunjata’s most famous role?

He is best known for playing Franco Rivera in Rescue Me (2004–2011).

What is Daniel Sunjata’s birth date?

He was born on December 30, 1971, in Evanston, Illinois, USA.

What other notable television shows has he appeared in?

Aside from Rescue Me and Graceland, he played Captain Bowers in Manifest and has guest-starred in series such as Law & Order: SVU and The Good Wife.

Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026

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