Movie "Donnie Brasco" - DVD Movies Encyclopedia

Short description of the movie "Donnie Brasco"

This true story follows FBI agent Joe Pistone as he infiltrates the mafia of New York. Befriending Lefty Ruggiero, Pistone (under the name Donnie Brasco) is able to embed himself in a mafia faction lead by Sonny Black. Ruggiero and Pistone become tight as the group goes about collecting money for 'the bosses'. Eventually, the group become big time when Black himself becomes a boss, all the while Pistone collects evidence. However, the trials and tribulations of the undercover work become more than Pistone can bear. His marriage falls apart and to top it off, the mafia suspect a mole in the organization. The real dilemma is afforded to Pistone, who knows if he walks away from the mafia, Ruggiero will be the one punished.

Starring actors in "Donnie Brasco" movie:

Al Pacino as a character Benjamin 'Lefty' Ruggiero Al Pacino also starred in the next movies: "The Devil's Advocate" in a role of John Milton; "Heat" in a role of Lt. Vincent Hanna; "The Recruit" in a role of Walter Burke; "Scent of a Woman" in a role of Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade; "S1m0ne" in a role of Viktor Taransky; "Any Given Sunday" in a role of Tony D'Amato; "Scarface" in a role of Tony Montana; "The Godfather" in a role of Michael Corleone; "The Godfather: Part III" in a role of Don Michael Corleone; "Two for the Money" in a role of Walter Abrams; "The Godfather: Part II" in a role of Don Michael Corleone; "88 Minutes" in a role of Jack Gramm; "Ocean's Thirteen" in a role of Willie Banks; "Dog Day Afternoon" in a role of Sonny Wortzik; "Righteous Kill" in a role of Rooster; "Carlito's Way" in a role of Carlito 'Charlie' Brigante; "The Insider" in a role of Lowell Bergman; "Cruising" in a role of Steve Burns; "Insomnia" in a role of Detective Will Dormer; "Sea of Love" in a role of Det. Frank Keller; "Serpico" in a role of Officer Frank Serpico;

Johnny Depp as a character Donnie Brasco/Joseph D. 'Joe' Pistone Johnny Depp also starred in the next movies: "Platoon" in a role of Pvt. Gator Lerner; "Blow" in a role of George Jung; "Dead Man" in a role of William Blake; "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" in a role of Sands; "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" in a role of Jack Sparrow; "Sleepy Hollow" in a role of Constable Ichabod Crane; "Chocolat" in a role of Roux; "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" in a role of Raoul Duke/Hunter S. Thompson; "Secret Window" in a role of Mort Rainey; "A Nightmare on Elm Street" in a role of Glen Lantz; "Finding Neverland" in a role of Sir James Matthew Barrie; "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" in a role of Willy Wonka; "The Libertine" in a role of Rochester; "Corpse Bride" in a role of Victor Van Dort; "Nick of Time" in a role of Gene Watson; "Edward Scissorhands" in a role of Edward Scissorhands; "Ed Wood" in a role of Ed Wood; "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" in a role of Jack Sparrow; "The Astronaut's Wife" in a role of Commander Spencer Armacost; "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" in a role of Gilbert Grape; "Cry-Baby" in a role of Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker; "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" in a role of Jack Sparrow; "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" in a role of Sweeney Todd; "The Ninth Gate" in a role of Dean Corso; "From Hell" in a role of Inspector Frederick Abberline; "Public Enemies" in a role of John Dillinger; "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare" in a role of Teen on TV; "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" in a role of Tony;

Michael Madsen as a character Sonny Black Michael Madsen also starred in the next movies: "007 Die Another Day" in a role of Damian Falco; "Reservoir Dogs" in a role of Mr. Blonde/Vic Vega; "Species"; "Thelma & Louise" in a role of Jimmy Lennox; "Kill Bill: Vol. 1" in a role of Budd; "Kill Bill: Vol. 2" in a role of Budd; "Species II"; "The Last Drop" in a role of Col J.T. Colt; "My Boss's Daughter" in a role of T.J.; "BloodRayne" in a role of Vladimir; "Scary Movie 4" in a role of Oliver; "UKM: The Ultimate Killing Machine" in a role of Major Blevins; "Tooth & Nail" in a role of Jackal; "Boarding Gate" in a role of Miles Rennberg; "Hell Ride" in a role of The Gent; "Vice" in a role of Walker; "House" in a role of Officer Lawdale; "Blueberry" in a role of Wallace Sebastian Blount; "Beyond the Law aka Fixing The Shadow" in a role of Blood; "Green Lantern: First Flight" in a role of Kilowog; "Break" in a role of The Associate; "Free Willy" in a role of Glen Greenwood; "Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home" in a role of Glenn; "The Doors" in a role of Tom Baker; "Wyatt Earp: Return to Tombstone" in a role of Virgil Earp; "The Natural" in a role of Bartholomew 'Bump' Bailey; "Supreme Sanction" in a role of Dalton; "Lost Treasure Of The Maya" in a role of Lester; "Money for Nothing" in a role of Detective Laurenzi; "L.A.P.D.: To Protect and to Serve" in a role of James Alexander; "Clear Lake, WI" in a role of The Reverend; "Serbian Scars" in a role of Dreq; "Let the Game Begin" in a role of Dr. Turner; "The Big I Am" in a role of Martell;

Bruno Kirby as a character Nicky Bruno Kirby also starred in the next movies: "The Basketball Diaries" in a role of Swifty; "Stuart Little" in a role of Mr. Reginald 'Reggie' Stout; "Flesh & Blood" in a role of Orbec; "Sleepers" in a role of Shakes' Father; "The Godfather: Part II" in a role of Young Clemenza (Peter); "When Harry Met Sally..." in a role of Jess; "This Is Spinal Tap" in a role of Tommy Pischedda; "We're No Angels" in a role of Deputy; "The Freshman" in a role of Victor Ray, Carmine's Nephew;

James Russo as a character Paulie James Russo also starred in the next movies: "Open Range" in a role of Sheriff Poole; "Beverly Hills Cop" in a role of Mikey Tandino; "The Postman" in a role of Idaho; "A Good Night to Die" in a role of Roy; "Chill" in a role of Detective Defazio; "The Ninth Gate" in a role of Bernie; "Deadwater" in a role of Commander Combs; "We're No Angels" in a role of Bobby; "On the Doll" in a role of Janitor; "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" in a role of Convenience Store Robber; "My Own Private Idaho" in a role of Richard Waters; "Broken Trail" in a role of Captain Billy Fender; "Never Surrender" in a role of Jimmy; "Break" in a role of The Father; "Extremities" in a role of Joe; "Public Enemies" in a role of Walter Dietrich;

Anne Heche as a character Maggie Pistone Anne Heche also starred in the next movies: "Six Days Seven Nights" in a role of Robin Monroe; "Prozac Nation"; "John Q" in a role of Rebecca Payne; "Return to Paradise" in a role of Beth Eastern; "Wag the Dog" in a role of Winifred Ames; "What Love Is" in a role of Laura; "Suffering Man's Charity aka Ghost Writer" in a role of Helen; "Spread" in a role of Samantha;

Zeljko Ivanek as a character Tim Curley Zeljko Ivanek also starred in the next movies: "Dogville" in a role of Ben; "Hannibal" in a role of Dr. Cordell Doemling; "White Squall" in a role of Coast Guard Capt. Sanders; "The Hoax" in a role of Ralph Graves; "In Bruges" in a role of Canadian Guy; "A Civil Action" in a role of Bill Crowley; "Dancer in the Dark" in a role of District Attorney; "School Ties" in a role of Mr. Cleary;

Gerry Becker as a character Dean Blandford Gerry Becker also starred in the next movies: "The Cell" in a role of Dr. Barry Cooperman; "Spider-Man" in a role of Maximilian Fargas; "Trapped" in a role of Dr. Stein; "Man on the Moon" in a role of Stanley Kaufman; "Perfect Stranger" in a role of Jon Kirshenbaum; "Blood Work" in a role of Mr. Toliver;

Robert Miano as a character Sonny Red Robert Miano also starred in the next movies: "Thick as Thieves" in a role of Frank Riles; "Edison" in a role of Droste; "The Stickup" in a role of Lt. Vincent Marino; "Safehouse" in a role of Salvatore Antonio Moffa; "The Indian" in a role of Dr. Reed; "2:22" in a role of Willy; "Today You Die" in a role of Bruno; "Storm Catcher" in a role of General William Jacobs; "The Stick Up Kids" in a role of Levine;

Brian Tarantina as a character Bruno Brian Tarantina also starred in the next movies: "City by the Sea" in a role of Snake; "Summer of Sam" in a role of Bobby Del Fiore; "Uncle Buck" in a role of E. Roger Coswell; "Jacob's Ladder" in a role of Doug;

Rocco Sisto as a character Richard 'Richie' Gazzo Rocco Sisto starred only in the movie "Donnie Brasco"

Zach Grenier as a character Dr. Berger Zach Grenier also starred in the next movies: "Fight Club" in a role of Richard Chesler; "Swordfish" in a role of Assistant Director Bill Joy; "Twister" in a role of Eddie; "Maximum Risk" in a role of Ivan Dzasokhov; "Tommy Boy" in a role of Ted Reilly; "Rescue Dawn" in a role of Squad Leader; "The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond" in a role of Mr. Fenstermaker; "Talk Radio" in a role of Sid Greenberg; "A Shock to the System" in a role of Executive #2;

Walt MacPherson as a character Sheriff Walt MacPherson also starred in the next movies: "Serial Mom" in a role of Detective Gracey;

Ronnie Farer as a character Annette Ronnie Farer starred only in the movie "Donnie Brasco"

Terry Serpico as a character Strip Club Owner Terry Serpico starred only in the movie "Donnie Brasco"