Desmond Harrington

Did You Know?

• Desmond started out just like most of Hollywood. He was a bartender and worked construction while waiting for his big break.
• Many people think Desmond is a Steve McQueen look-a-like.

Movie Highlights

We Were Soldiers (2002)
Desmond's best friend in We Were Soldiers is actually his best friend in real life.

Riding In Cars With Boys (2001)
Desmond didn't even have to read for his part in Riding In Cars With Boys. Director Penny Marshall wanted him for the Vietnam-bound boyfriend of Brittany Murphy the minute she saw him.

The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (1999)
Desmond was completely shocked when he was hired for Messenger. It was the first time he'd ever read for a part.

Actor Credits

1. Life is Hot in Cracktown (2009)
2. Dexter: The Third Season (2009)
3. Exit Speed (2008)
4. Rescue Me: The Complete Fourth Season (2008)
5. Bottoms Up (2006)
6. Love Object (2004)
7. 3 Way (2004)
8. Wrong Turn (2003)
9. Ghost Ship (2002)
10. We Were Soldiers (2002)
11. Steven Spielberg's Taken (2002)
12. My First Mister (2001)
13. Riding In Cars With Boys (2001)
14. The Hole (2001)
15. The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (1999)
16. Dragnet: The Complete Series
17. Sons & Daughters: The Complete First Season

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