Jay Giannone is an American actor, director, writer, and producer known for his work in both film and television. He is often recognized for his supporting roles in major films, particularly those in the crime and thriller genres. Some of his notable acting roles include appearances in films like The Departed (2006), directed by Martin Scorsese, where he played a small but memorable part, and Patriots Day (2016), a film about the Boston Marathon bombing directed by Peter Berg.
In addition to his acting career, Giannone has worked behind the scenes as a director and writer, and he often draws on his personal experiences growing up in South Boston, a neighborhood known for its working-class roots and proximity to some of the real-life events and figures portrayed in his projects. Giannone is known for his gritty, authentic portrayal of urban characters, and he has worked closely with other actors and directors in the Boston film community.
2025
as Mac
2024
as Off-Duty Police Officer
2024
as Fixer
2023
as Undertaker (uncredited)
2023
as Gerard
2023
as Kirill Vestamous
2022
as Prof. Nowicki
2021
as Salvatore Maranzano
2021
as Jack
2021
as Rocco
2021
as Dismas
2020
as Farrell
2019
as Marco
2019
as Elijah Stovall
2019
as Cope
2018
as Det. Dave Thomas
2018
as Frank
2016
as Jimmy
2015
as Newspaper Guy
2015
as Detective Duffy
2015
as Galen Terry
2014
as Larry
2014
as Joe
2014
as Swat Captain
2014
as Detective Deluca
2013
as Suburban Businessman
2012
as Detective Jones
2012
as Dominick Provenzano
2012
as Detective Kolfax
2012
as Eric
2012
as Detective Celi
2011
as Mark
2011
as Henchman
2009
as Vinny Russo
2009
as Anthony Michael
2008
as Matt
2008
as T.T.
2008
as Jamir El Saeed
2007
as Doorman at Club
2007
as Steve Penteroudakis
2006
as Detective #4 Tailing Queenan
2004
as Construction Worker (uncredited)
2004
as Guy in Movie Line
2004
as Larry
2003
as Car Jacker
2003
as Car Salesman
2002
as ND Agent #2
1999
as Fleeing Republican Guard / Sniper - Oasis Bunker
1998
as Teddy Mac
1996
as drug dealer
as Bob
as Luca
as Stranger