Anthony Simcoe (born 7 June 1969) is an Australian actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Ka D'Argo in the science fiction television series Farscape.

Early life and education

Simcoe is a graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Arts in Sydney. He holds an MFA in Drama, specialising in actor training.[citation needed]

Career

Acting

Simcoe gained international fame when he was cast as Ka D'Argo in Farscape.[citation needed]. He portrayed the role in all four seasons of the series as well as the miniseries Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars.

He has appeared in several other television series, including Chameleon.[citation needed] He also made appearance in the 2003 short film Syntax Error.

Music

Simcoe co-founded and performed in the band Signal Room, along with actor/drummer Wayne Pygram, guitarist Stephen Edwards and bass guitarist Gerry Kortegast. The band was formed during the filming of Farscape, which also featured Pygram. The band toured the United States in 2002, 2004, and 2006, and recorded three extended plays, which were produced by Tim Whitten.

Recognition and awards

Simcoe was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series in 2002 for his work on Farscape.[citation needed]

Filmography

Anthony Simcoe film and television credits
YearTitleRoleNotesRef.
1997The CastleSteve KerriganTheatrical film
1999–2003FarscapeKa D'ArgoRegular role
2001, 2002BeastmasterMilos2 episodes
2003Marking TimeScott SeatonTelevision miniseries
2003Syntax ErrorSteveShort film
2004Farscape: The Peacekeeper WarsKa D'Argo2 episodes
2005The AliceMelvyn KnighEpisode 1:19
2006SoloJimFilm
2008Nim's IslandFirst MateFilm
2009Rogue NationMajor George JohnstonEpisode 1:1
2009Underbelly: A Tale of Two CitiesDanny Chubb2 episodes
2014The Inbetweeners 2Ken WebsterTheatrical film

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