David Dastmalchian

David Dastmalchian

Age: 51
Born: July 21, 1975
Birthplace: Pennsylvania, USA

David Dastmalchian (/dəstˈmɑːltʃən/ dəst-MAHL-chən; born July 21, 1975) is an American actor, writer, and producer. He has had supporting roles in a number of superhero franchises: he portrayed Thomas Schiff in The Dark Knight (2008), Kurt and Veb in the Ant-Man franchise, Abra Kadabra in the CW's The Flash, and Polka-Dot Man in The Suicide Squad (2021). Dastmalchian has appeared in three films directed by Denis Villeneuve: Prisoners (2013), Blade Runner 2049 (2017), and Dune (2021). Although he is best known for his work as a character actor, Dastmalchian had leading roles in the 2014 semi-autobiographical film Animals, which he wrote, and the 2023 horror film Late Night with the Devil, wh...

David Dastmalchian Grid Fact

1 David Dastmalchian is no stranger to major fictional universes, with 13 appearances across Marvel, DC and video game adaptations.
2 David Dastmalchian has crossed the great comic book divide, appearing in both Marvel and DC productions.
3 Although David Dastmalchian has worked with both publishers, DC currently leads by 8 movies to 4.
4 David Dastmalchian has done it all: Marvel, DC and video game adaptations all appear in their filmography.
Marvel 4
DC 8
Star Wars 1
Video game 1

Marvel movies Grid with David Dastmalchian

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1 David Dastmalchian has already made a mark on Marvel, with 4 movies in their filmography.

DC movies Grid with David Dastmalchian

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1 David Dastmalchian is a true DC star. We have already found 8 DC movies in their filmography.

Star Wars movies Grid with David Dastmalchian

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Video game movies Grid with David Dastmalchian

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1 David Dastmalchian has also made the jump from console to screen in one video game adaptation.

Frequently asked questions about David Dastmalchian

Has David Dastmalchian appeared in a Marvel MCU movie?

Yes. David Dastmalchian has appeared in 4 Marvel movies.

Has David Dastmalchian appeared in a DC movie?

Yes. David Dastmalchian has appeared in 8 DC movies.

Has David Dastmalchian appeared in both Marvel and DC?

Yes. David Dastmalchian has appeared in both universes, with 4 Marvel movies and 8 DC movies.

Did David Dastmalchian appear in Marvel or DC first?

David Dastmalchian appeared in DC first, making their debut in The Dark Knight (2008). Their first Marvel movie was Ant-Man (2015).

Has David Dastmalchian appeared in a video game adaptation?

Yes. David Dastmalchian has appeared in 1 video game adaptation.

Has David Dastmalchian fought against the Empire or joined the Star Wars galaxy?

Yes. David Dastmalchian has been part of the Star Wars galaxy in 1 movie. Their first journey to a galaxy far, far away was in The Moof Milkers (2026).

Has David Dastmalchian entered the wizarding world of Harry Potter?

No. David Dastmalchian has not yet received a role in the Harry Potter wizarding world, according to our records.

Has David Dastmalchian joined James Bond, faced 007 or played Bond?

No. We have not found David Dastmalchian working with 007, fighting James Bond or taking on the role of the famous British spy.

Has David Dastmalchian raced with the Fast & Furious family?

No. David Dastmalchian has not yet joined Dom Toretto's family or appeared in a Fast & Furious movie.

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