David Rysdahl
Actor
Birth Date: April 2, 1987
Age: 38 years old
Birth Place: USA
Spouses: Zazie Beetz
David Rysdahl is an American actor and writer best known for his performances in both film and television, often playing thoughtful or offbeat characters. He gained wider recognition for his role as William Oppenheimer (Robert Oppenheimer’s younger brother) in Christopher Nolan’s "Oppenheimer," and has also appeared in "No Exit," the FX series "Fargo," and the miniseries "The Family." His film credits include indie features like "Dead Pigs," "Nine Days," and "The Land of Owls."
Originally from Minnesota, Rysdahl started his career in theater before transitioning to on-screen roles and is known for his nuanced performances. He is also engaged to actress Zazie Beetz, and the couple have collaborated on various creative projects together.
Credits
Alien: Earth
Actor
Arthur Sylvia
Series
2025
Booger, the Cat
Actor
Snake
Movie
2024
No ExitStream
Actor
Lars
Movie
2022
The Land of Owls
Actor
Movie
2021
Nine DaysStream
Actor
Mike
Movie
2020
The Ghost of Hank Williams
Actor
Night Manager
Movie
2019
Dead Pigs
Actor
Sean Landry
Movie
2018
The Revival
Actor
Eli
Movie
2017
BullStream
Guest Star
Wes
Series
2016
Black Swell
Actor
Jordan Nesbitt
Movie
2016
Black Swell
Screenwriter
Movie
2016
That's Not Us
Actor
Spencer
Movie
2015
Moondog Airwaves
Actor
Trick
Movie
2015
FargoStream
Actor
Wayne Lyon
Series
2014
Animal Rights
Actor
Simon
Movie
2012
Black MirrorStream
Actor
Nathan
Series
2011
Photos
News aboutDavid Rysdahl
‘Alien: Earth’ Trailer Teases Crash-Landing for 5 New Species: Everything We Know About the Show So Far
‘Alien’ Star David Rysdahl Teases ‘People Will Be Happy’ With Prequel Series
Spoiler Alert
How Would ‘Fargo’s Jon Hamm, Juno Temple & Cast Handle a Kidnapper? (VIDEO)
Spoiler Alert
‘Fargo’ Star David Rysdahl Breaks Down the Lyon Family’s Fiery House of Horrors
FX ‘Alien’ Prequel Series Adds Timothy Olyphant & David Rysdahl to Cast
Review
Roush Review: Weird, Wacky, Wonderfully Suspenseful, ‘Fargo’ Is Back in Top Form
Preview
‘Fargo’: Jon Hamm & Juno Temple Preview Sexual Politics and Character Dynamics of Year 5
‘Fargo’: ‘Ted Lasso’ Star Juno Temple Is Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing in Official Year 5 Trailer (VIDEO)
‘Fargo’: Meet the Characters of Chapter 5 (PHOTOS)
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