Sample Page

Anthony Simcoe (born 7 June 1969) is an Australian actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Ka D’Argo in the science fiction television series Farscape.

Early life and education

Simcoe is a graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Arts in Sydney. He holds an MFA in Drama, specialising in actor training.[citation needed]

Career

Acting

Simcoe gained international fame when he was cast as Ka D’Argo in Farscape.[citation needed]. He portrayed the role in all four seasons of the series as well as the miniseries Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars.

He has appeared in several other television series, including Chameleon.[citation needed] He also made appearance in the 2003 short film Syntax Error.[1]

Music

Simcoe co-founded and performed in the band Signal Room, along with actor/drummer Wayne Pygram, guitarist Stephen Edwards and bass guitarist Gerry Kortegast. The band was formed during the filming of Farscape, which also featured Pygram. The band toured the United States in 2002, 2004, and 2006, and recorded three extended plays, which were produced by Tim Whitten.[2]

Recognition and awards

Simcoe was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series in 2002 for his work on Farscape.[citation needed]

Filmography

Anthony Simcoe film and television credits
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
1997 The Castle Steve Kerrigan Theatrical film
1999–2003 Farscape Ka D’Argo Regular role
2001, 2002 Beastmaster Milos 2 episodes
2003 Marking Time Scott Seaton Television miniseries
2003 Syntax Error Steve Short film [1]
2004 Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars Ka D’Argo 2 episodes
2005 The Alice Melvyn Knigh Episode 1:19
2006 Solo Jim Film
2008 Nim’s Island First Mate Film
2009 Rogue Nation Major George Johnston Episode 1:1
2009 Underbelly: A Tale of Two Cities Danny Chubb 2 episodes
2014 The Inbetweeners 2 Ken Webster Theatrical film

References

  1. ^ a b “Syntax Error (2003)”. Screen Australia. Retrieved 7 September 2024.
  2. ^ “Home”. Signal Room. Retrieved 7 September 2024.