Peter Williams (actor, born 1957)

Jamaican-Canadian actor

For other people of that name, see Peter Williams (disambiguation).

For the American-born British actor, see Peter Williams (American actor).

Peter Williams

Williams in 2010 during an autograph session at the Toulouse Game Show Convention of Toulouse in France. The t-shirt he is wearing is a reference to the asteroid 99942 Apophis which will pass near earth in 2036.

Born|  (1957-12-31) December 31, 1957 (age 66)

Kingston, Jamaica

Citizenship|

* Jamaica
* Canada

Occupation| Actor
Years active| 1982–present

Peter Williams (born 31 December 1957) is a Jamaican-born Canadian actor. He is known for playing Apophis, a primary antagonist on Stargate SG-1.[1]

## Career

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The majority of his work has been in television, including his role as the primary villain Apophis in the first four seasons of Stargate SG-1 (plus a few appearances thereafter). However, he has also appeared on the big screen in films such as Catwoman[2] and The Chronicles of Riddick.[3] His brother Stephen is also in the entertainment business, and has directed several episodes of television shows including Dark Angel, Crossing Jordan, and Lost.

In 1995, two years prior to Stargate SG-1's premiere, Williams starred in the 1995 movie Jungleground with three other actors from the Stargate franchise: Torri Higginson (Elizabeth Weir), J. R. Bourne (Martouf), and Lexa Doig (Dr. Lam).[4]

In 2007, he played the lead, Gene Wright, in Frances-Anne Solomon's feature film A Winter Tale.

## Filmography

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### Television

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* The Expanse (2017), Santichai Suputayaporn
* Fallen (2006), Kolazonta[5]
* Stargate SG-1 (1997–2005), Apophis[6][7][8]
* Life as We Know It (2004), Hal Morello[9]
* Legend of Earthsea (2004), Kargide Soldier #2[10]
* Dead Like Me (2004), Angelo[11][12]
* Show Me Yours (2004), Marshall[13]
* Eve's Christmas (2004), Brother James[14]
* The Collector (2004), Gangsta[15]
* The Twilight Zone (2003), Tyrone[16]
* Da Vinci's Inquest (1998–2002), Morris Winston[17]
* Dark Angel (2002), Hal[18]
* Mysterious Ways (2001), Raphael Vasquez[19]
* Relic Hunter (2001), Shandar[20]
* Viper (1999), Devon Zerbo[21]
* The Outer Limits (1999), Chili Wayne[22]
* The X-Files (1998), Jackson[23]
* Night Man (1998)[21]
* Welcome to Paradox (1998), Dr. Ben Polaris[24]
* Due South (1994), Gerome[25][26]
* Neon Rider (1989–1994), Pin[27]
* Wiseguy (1989), Wingate[28]
* MacGyver (1988), Moe[29]

### Movies

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* Stargate: Continuum (2008), Apophis
* A Winter Tale (2007), Gene Wright[30]
* Catwoman (2004), Detective #2[2]
* The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), Convict #2[3]
* Liberty Stands Still (2002), Driver[31]
* G-Saviour (1999), Halloway[32]
* Love Come Down (2000), Leon Carter[33]
* A Good Burn (2000), Ruben[34]
* Holiday Heart (2000), Phillip St. Paul[35]
* Sweetwater: A True Rock Story (1999), Albert Moore[36]
* Little Boy Blues (1999), Casino Dealer #2[37]
* Moment of Truth: Into the Arms of Danger (1997), Frank[38]
* She Woke Up Pregnant (1996), Undercover cop[39]
* Halifax f.p: Words Without Music (1994), Milkie[21]
* Someone to Die For (1995), Ray Jackson[40]
* Soul Survivor (1995), Tyrone[41] \- Williams Nominated for Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role[42]
* Jungleground (1995), Dragon[4]
* Dying to Remember (1993), New York Cabbie[43]
* The Odd Couple: Together Again (1993), Raphael[44]
* Bound and Gagged: A Love Story (1992), Mr. Williams[36]
* Mystery Date (1991), Bartender[45]
* Run (1991), Cab Driver[36]
* The Widowmaker (1990), Philip Newsome[46]
* A Waltz Through the Hills (1988), Driver[47]
* Drop-Out Mother (1988)[48][49]
* The Hospital (1985), Intern in Elevator[50]
* Heatwave (1982), Graydon Perkins[51]

## References

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1. ^ "Stargate SG-1 Information Archive - SG-1 Cast Info - Peter Williams". Retrieved 2007-07-11.
2. ^ a b Scott, A. O. "Peter Williams - Filmography - Movies - New York Times". New York Times. Retrieved 2007-07-11.
3. ^ a b "Blockbuster Online - The Chronicles of Riddick". Blockbuster Online. Archived from the original on 2007-07-04. Retrieved 2007-07-11.
4. ^ a b Amazon.com: Jungleground: Video: Roddy Piper,Torri Higginson,Peter ... ASIN 6305499187.
5. ^ "Fallen Cast and Details". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
6. ^ "Peter Williams - SCIFIPEDIA". Archived from the original on June 15, 2007. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
7. ^ Williams, Peter (Actor) (1997–2005). Stargate SG-1 (Television Series).
8. ^ Williams, Peter (Actor) (May 22, 2001). Stargate SG-1 Season 1 (Television Series. DVD). MGM.
9. ^ "life as we know it - Series Overview - MSN TV". Archived from the original on 2007-12-06. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
10. ^ "Peter Williams - Yahoo! TV". Retrieved 2007-07-08.
11. ^ "In Escrow". Dead Like Me. Season 2. Episode 6. 2004-08-29. HBO.
12. ^ ""Death Defying"". Dead Like Me. Season 2. Episode 10. 2004-09-26. HBO.
13. ^ "Show Me Yours Cast and Details". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
14. ^ "Amazon.com: Eve's Christmas: DVD: Elisa Donovan,Sebastian Spence ..." Amazon. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
15. ^ "The Collector". Retrieved 2007-07-08.
16. ^ "Twilight Zone Cast and Details". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
17. ^ TeeVee.org: Sick of American Drama? Try "Da Vinci's Inquest." Archived 2007-06-03 at the Wayback Machine
18. ^ "Borrowed Time". Dark Angel. Season 2. Episode 12. 2002-02-01.
19. ^ Mysterious Ways Television show - Mysterious Ways TV Show - Yahoo! TV
20. ^ "Relic Hunter Episodes". tvguide.com. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
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22. ^ "THE OUTER LIMITS". Archived from the original on 2007-07-20. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
23. ^ "Kill Switch". The X-Files. Season 5. Episode 11. 1998-02-15. Fox.
24. ^ "Welcome To Paradox Episode Guide". Archived from the original on 2009-03-10. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
25. ^ "Chicago Holiday (Part 1)". Due South. 1994-11-10.
26. ^ "Chicago Holiday (Part 2)". Due South. 1994-11-17.
27. ^ "Dragon*Con Biography: [Peter Williams]". Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2007-07-11.
28. ^ "COURTTV.COM ONAIR - WISEGUY". Archived from the original on 2003-02-03. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
29. ^ "MacGyver Episode Guide". Archived from the original on 2007-07-11. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
30. ^ "A Winter Tale - Leda Serene Films Presents A Film By Frances-Anne". Archived from the original on 2007-06-29. Retrieved 2007-07-11.
31. ^ "Amazon.com: Liberty Stands Still (Ws Sub): DVD: Tanya Allen,Ed ..." amazon.com. 15 January 2004. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
32. ^ "Amazon.com: G-Saviour - The Movie: DVD: Brennan Elliott,Enuka ..." amazon.com. 22 January 2002. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
33. ^ "Love Come Down". Barnes & Noble. Archived from the original on 2012-07-23. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
34. ^ "Peter Williams Bio & filmography". Retrieved 2007-07-08.
35. ^ "Buy Holiday Heart DVD and VHS – Movie Quotes and Pictures from ..." Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
36. ^ a b c "Peter Williams Filmography". Fandango. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
37. ^ "Little Boy Blues Cast and Crew Bios at FilmSpot". Filmspot. Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
38. ^ Scott, A. O. "Into the Arms of Danger: A Moment of Truth Movie - Trailer". The New York Times. Retrieved 2007-07-20.
39. ^ "LMN.tv: Lifetime Original Production". Retrieved 2007-07-11.
40. ^ Amazon.com: Someone to Die for: Video: Stefan Arngrim,Collin ... ASIN 6303925286.
41. ^ Amazon.com: Soul Survivor (1995): Video: Peter Williams (IV),David ... ASIN 6304587627.
42. ^ "ACCT - Canadian Awards History Search". Retrieved 2007-07-11. [dead link‍]
43. ^ Amazon.com: Dying to Remember: Video: Melissa Gilbert,Scott Plank ... ASIN 6303039480.
44. ^ "The Odd Couple: Together Again Television show - The Odd Couple ..." Retrieved 2007-07-08.
45. ^ Scott, A. O. "Mystery Date - Trailer - Showtimes - Cast - Movies - New York Times". New York Times. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
46. ^ "The Widowmaker Cast and Crew Bios at FilmSpot". Filmspot. Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
47. ^ "Amazon.com: A Waltz Through the Hills: DVD: Dan O'Herlihy,Ernie ..." amazon.com. 30 September 2003. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
48. ^ Scott, A. O. "Drop-Out Mother - Trailer - Showtimes - Cast - Movies - New York Times". New York Times. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
49. ^ "Blockbuster Online - Drop-Out Mother". Blockbuster Online. Archived from the original on 2007-09-28. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
50. ^ "The Hospital :: Film" (in French). Archived from the original on 2007-09-30. Retrieved 2007-07-08.
51. ^ "Peter Williams Filmography - Yahoo! Movies". Retrieved 2007-07-08.

## External links

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* A Winter Tale, Official Website
* Peter Williams at IMDb

Authority control databases

International|

* ISNI
* VIAF

National|

* Germany
* United States