Rory Cochrane

Rory Cochrane is a notable American actor, born on February 28, 1972. He gained popularity for playing essential roles in various acclaimed films and TV series. Some of his well-known characters include Ron Slater in Dazed and Confused, Lucas in Empire Records, Lee Schatz in Argo, Freck in A Scanner Darkly, and Tim Speedle in CSI: Miami. His acting journey began with minor roles in TV shows like Saturday Night with Connie Chung (1989) and H.E.L.P. (1990). The actor made his cinema debut in A Kiss Before Dying, although his screen time was quite limited in this film. His first serious role was as Jeff Goldblum's son in Fathers & Sons.

Cochrane's career turned a significant corner when he landed the role of stoner Ron Slater in 1993's Dazed and Confused, which was ranked third among '50 Best High School Movies' by Entertainment Weekly. His successive roles in movies like Love and a .45 (1994), Empire Records and Hart's War earned him significant acclaim. Additionally, he was also a part of the Richard Linklater film A Scanner Darkly (2006). Cochrane also made a name in TV series with CSI: Miami, where he played the role of Tim Speedle in the first three seasons. Moreover, he also reprised this role in the sixth-season episode titled 'Bang, Bang, Your Debt'. In 2015, he played the role of a mobster named Stephen Flemmi in the true-crime film Black Mass, acting alongside Johnny Depp. Cochrane continues his journey in acting, contributing to the industry with his versatile performances.