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Joshua Regnall Stewart (born February 6, 1977) is an American actor. He had his breakout with a main role as Officer Brendan Finney on the sixth and final season of the NBC crime drama television series Third Watch (2004–2005).[1] Following Third Watch, Stewart had a main role as Holt McLaren on the FX series Dirt (2007–2008) and a recurring role as Detective William LaMontagne Jr. on the CBS and Paramount+ police procedural series Criminal Minds (2007–2020; 2022–2023; 2025).
Key Information
In the late 2000s and early 2010s, Stewart had supporting roles in the films The Haunting of Molly Hartley (2008), The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), and Law Abiding Citizen (2009), along with the lead role in the horror films The Collector (2009) and The Collection (2012) and a main role as the Watcher on the ABC series No Ordinary Family (2010–2011). He made his directorial debut with the film The Hunted (2013), which he also starred in.
Later in the 2010s, Stewart had supporting roles in the films Transcendence (2014), The Finest Hours (2016), War Machine (2017), Insidious: The Last Key (2018), and The Mustang (2019). He had main roles as Solotov on season 2 of the USA Network series Shooter (2017–2018) and John Pilgrim on the Netflix series The Punisher (2019). In the 2020s, Stewart had a recurring role as Wallace on the Apple TV+ miniseries Manhunt (2024).
Stewart has frequently collaborated with director Christopher Nolan, appearing in supporting roles in his films The Dark Knight Rises (2012), Interstellar (2014), and Tenet (2020), as well as Nolan's upcoming film The Odyssey (2026).
Early life
[edit]Stewart was born in Diana, West Virginia,[2] the son of Margie and Charles Regnall Stewart. His father was a high school physical education teacher as well as a former pastor of the First Baptist Church in Webster Springs and Holly River Baptist Church, and is now pastor at the Redeeming Grace Baptist Church in Webster Springs. His mother is a sixth grade teacher at Webster Springs Elementary.[3] Stewart first attended West Virginia Wesleyan College, then transferred to West Virginia University, where he studied business.[4] After graduating from WVU, he moved to New York City to pursue acting.[5]
Acting career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Stewart got his start doing local theater at the Landmark Theatre in Sutton, West Virginia, and eventually moved to New York City to study at the T. Schreiber studios.[2] He was a company member of the 13th Street Repertory Theatre. He continued his theater in Los Angeles, performing in Light Bulb and Beacon alongside Robert Forster and Brooke Shields.[2]
Stewart appeared as an extra in The WB series Dawson's Creek episode "To Green, With Love". In 2003 he filmed a pilot for a Western for ABC entitled Then Came Jones.[6] In the pilot he played the character of Bill Jenkins.
Stewart later appeared as Sean Cleary in the CSI episode "Bad to the Bone", which aired on April 1, 2004. That same year, he also appeared in a commercial for Levi's 501 Original jeans.[7] Stewart also had a recurring role in Criminal Minds as Detective William LaMontagne Jr, as the boyfriend, and later husband, of main character SSA Jennifer "JJ" Jareau (A. J. Cook). His first appearance was in the episode "Jones" (Season 2, Episode 18), which aired in 2007. His character was killed off in 2025 in the third season of the revived show Criminal Minds: Evolution.
Starring television roles
[edit]Stewart got his break when he was cast as Brendan Finney in the final season of the NBC series Third Watch.[8] As Finney, he played the son of IAB captain Cathal "CT" Finney.
After Third Watch was cancelled, Stewart started filming a movie entitled Lenexa, 1 Mile (released on DVD as Full Count), alongside William Baldwin, Michael Beach, Jennifer Hall, Timothy Ryan Hensel, Chris Klein, Austin Nichols, Jason Ritter, Michael Rooker, and Paul Wesley.[9] This was also the directing debut of Jason Wiles.[10] After filming wrapped, Stewart began filming a new television series starring Courteney Cox Arquette entitled Dirt, for the FX Network, where he played the character of Holt McLaren.[2] On June 8, 2008, Cox Arquette announced that Dirt had been cancelled.[11] During the 2010–2011 season, he appeared as Joshua in ABC's No Ordinary Family.
In 2017, Stewart starred as Solotov on the second season of the USA Network thriller drama Shooter.[12]
On February 26, 2018, it was announced that Stewart would join as a series regular in the second season of Netflix's The Punisher.[13] Stewart joined alongside cast member Alexa Davalos, who is Stewart's wife in real life.
Feature films
[edit]Stewart made his mainstream feature film debut in 2008's Curious Case of Benjamin Button playing the character of Benjamin's crewmate, Pleasant Curtis. Also that year, he appeared in The Haunting of Molly Hartley in the role of Mary Hartley's teacher, Mr. Draper. In 2009, he had his first feature film starring role, in the horror movie The Collector, playing the part of Arkin, a man attempting to rob a house to make enough money to pay off his wife's debts to loan sharks. In 2010, he starred, alongside Jamie-Lynn Sigler in the movie Beneath the Dark, (originally titled Wake)[14] inspired by the novel The Shining.[15] He appeared in Christopher Nolan's final film in his Batman Saga, The Dark Knight Rises as Bane's right-hand man, Barsad.[16][17][18] He appeared as the main protagonist in the 2012 webisodes, The Walking Dead: Cold Storage, which are based on the popular television show The Walking Dead. In 2013, Josh finished filming his directorial debut, The Hunted, in which he also stars. Stewart reunited in 2014 with director Christopher Nolan as the voice of CASE in the sci-fi epic Interstellar. The same year Stewart was cast in the Disney film The Finest Hours.[18]
Directorial debut
[edit]Stewart's directorial and writing debut was the 2013 film The Hunted. He co-produced the film along with The Collector producers Brett Forbes and Patrick Rizzotti. The found footage film revolves around Jake (Stewart) and Stevie (Ronnie Gene Blevins) who want their own TV show. In an attempt to grab the media's attention, both Jake and Stevie head to the dense, secluded woods in West Virginia, armed with only their bows and a camera, to find the biggest deer they can. However, as the sun sets over the mountains, they soon realise they are not alone in the woods and something supernatural is hunting them instead. The film screened at TIFF[19] and eOne Films have since picked up the North American distribution rights.[citation needed]
Personal life
[edit]In 2007, Stewart married Deanna Brigidi. They have two children: daughter Ryan Justine (b. 2008) and son River Jacob (b. 2010). They separated in 2014 and divorced in 2016.
On February 27, 2012, Stewart went into cardiac arrest after contracting salmonella. His wife performed CPR for several minutes. Stewart now has an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator in his chest.[20][21]
Stewart married actress Alexa Davalos on May 19, 2019.[22][23] They starred together on the second season of the Netflix series The Punisher.[citation needed]
Filmography
[edit]Movie
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Lenexa, 1 Mile | T.J. Ketting | |
| 2007 | The Death and Life of Bobby Z | Monk | |
| Jekyll | Tommy | ||
| 2008 | The Haunting of Molly Hartley | Mr. Draper | |
| The Curious Case of Benjamin Button | Pleasant Curtis | ||
| 2009 | The Collector | Arkin O'Brien | |
| Law Abiding Citizen | Rupert Ames | ||
| 2010 | Beneath the Dark | Paul | |
| 2011 | Rehab | Aaron McCreary / Carl | |
| 2012 | The Dark Knight Rises | Barsad | |
| The Collection | Arkin O'Brien | ||
| 2013 | Event 15 | Sgt. Oldsman | |
| The Hunted | Jake | Also Director | |
| 2014 | Transcendence | Paul | |
| Interstellar | CASE | Voice | |
| 2016 | The Finest Hours | Tchuda Southerland | |
| Cold Moon | Nathan Redfield | ||
| The Neighbor | John | ||
| 2017 | War Machine | Capt. Dick North | |
| 2018 | Insidious: The Last Key | Gerald Rainier | |
| Malicious | Adam Pierce | ||
| Discarnate | Casey Blackburn | ||
| 2019 | The Mustang | Dan | |
| Back Fork | Waylon | Also Director | |
| 2020 | Tenet | Male Voice | Voice |
| 2025 | Lifeline | Steven Thomas | |
| 2026 | The Odyssey † | TBA | Post-production |
| TBA | The Collected † | Arkin O'Brien | In development |
Television
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Dawson's Creek | Extra | Episode: "To Green, With Love" |
| 2003 | Then Came Jones | Bill Jenkins | Pilot |
| CSI | Sean Cleary | Episode: "Bad to the Bone | |
| 2004–2005 | Third Watch | Officer Brendan Finney | Main role |
| 2007–2008 | Dirt | Holt McLaren | |
| 2007–2020, 2022–2023, & 2025 | Criminal Minds | Det. William LaMontagne Jr. | Recurring role |
| 2008 | Raising the Bar | Dan Denton | Episode: "Hang Time" |
| ER | Daniel | Episode: "Under Pressure" | |
| 2009 | CSI: Miami | Colin Astor | Episode: "Smoke Gets in Your CSI's" |
| Southland | Vid Holmes | Episode: "Unknown Trouble" | |
| The Mentalist | Harlan McAdoo | Episode: "The Scarlett Letter" | |
| 2010 | Ghost Whisperer | Robert Wharton | Episode: "Living Nightmare" |
| 2010–2011 | No Ordinary Family | Joshua | Recurring role |
| 2012 | Grimm | Bill | Episode: "The Bottle Imp" |
| The Walking Dead: Cold Storage | Chase | Main role | |
| 2017–2018 | Shooter | Solotov | |
| 2019 | The Punisher | John Pilgrim | |
| 2021 | The Rookie | Graham Porter | Episode: "Lockdown" |
| 2024 | Manhunt | Wallace | Miniseries |
References
[edit]- ^ "Josh Stewart: Credit Listings". TV.com. Archived from the original on December 2, 2009. Retrieved May 27, 2009.
- ^ a b c d "Josh Stewart Featured Star on New FX Show Dirt". WVWC.edu. January 11, 2007. Retrieved May 27, 2009. [dead link]
- ^ "Webster Springs Elementary School". Archived from the original on October 29, 2016. Retrieved October 29, 2016.
- ^ "Josh Stewart makes directorial debut". Daily Athenaeum. West Virginia University. June 25, 2014.
- ^ "Webster County native returns home for directorial debut". West Virginia MetroNews. June 9, 2014.
- ^ "Shows A-Z - Then Came Jones on ABC". TheFutonCritic.com. Retrieved May 27, 2009.
- ^ "Josh Stewart Levi's 501 Original jeans TV commercial". DailyMotion.com. Retrieved April 14, 2015.
- ^ "NBC's Third Watch Adds Cara Buono and Josh Stewart as Series Regulars and Features Aidan Quinn as Guest Star in Four-Episode Arc Early in New Season". TheFutonCritic.com. NBC. August 24, 2004. Retrieved May 27, 2009.
- ^ "Lenexa, 1 Mile Cast and Crew Bios". MovieTome.com. Retrieved May 27, 2009.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Lenexa, 1 Mile". Jason Wiles.net. Archived from the original on December 23, 2007. Retrieved January 25, 2008.
- ^ "'Dirt': FX Cancels Courteney Cox Arquette Series". TV Series Finale.
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- ^ Andreeva, Nellie; Petski, Denise (February 26, 2018). "'Marvel's The Punisher': Josh Stewart, Floriana Lima & Giorgia Whigham Join Cast Of Netflix Series For Season 2". Deadline. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
- ^ Barton, Steve (June 9, 2010). "IFC Midnight Nabs Chad Feehan's Wake / Beyond the Pale Next for Director". Dreadcentral.com. Retrieved August 2, 2012.
- ^ "SXSW '10: Trailer for 'Shining' Inspired 'Wake' -". bloody-disgusting.com. March 13, 2010.
- ^ "Marion Cotillard & Gary Oldman CLOSE UP Near InventHelp Filming Scene Dark Knight Rises". YouTube. Archived from the original on November 24, 2011. Retrieved August 2, 2012.
- ^ "First Look At Marion Cotillad As Talia al Ghul And More Images Of Hathaway As Selena Kyle". YouBentMyWookie. August 5, 2011. Retrieved August 2, 2012.
- ^ a b Kroll, Justin (August 25, 2014). "'Dark Knight Rises' Actor Josh Stewart Joins Chris Pine in 'Finest Hours'". Variety. Retrieved January 16, 2016.
Josh Stewart, who played the villain Barsad in "The Dark Knight Rises"...
- ^ "Dark Knight Rises, The Collector Actor Directs Horror Film, The Hunted". Shock Till You Drop.
- ^ "Eagle Rocker Thanks LAFD Dispatcher who Helped Save Her Husband's Life". Eagle Rock, CA Patch. March 31, 2012.
- ^ "The Secret Fluffiness of Josh Stewart ... - Me In My Place ® - beautiful women at home". Me In My Place ® - beautiful women at home.
- ^ "19/05/19 Toi et moi @j0shstewart". instagram.com.
- ^ "May 19 My fella Made me his wife a year ago today @j0shstewart". instagram.com.
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[edit]Josh Stewart
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Birth and family background
Joshua Regnall Stewart was born on February 6, 1977, in Diana, a small unincorporated community in Webster County, West Virginia.[6] He is the son of Margie (Skidmore) Stewart[2], a sixth-grade teacher at Webster Springs Elementary School, and Charles Regnall Stewart, who served as a high school physical education teacher and Baptist pastor at churches including the Redeeming Grace Baptist Church in Webster Springs.[6][7] Stewart grew up in a rural environment in Webster County, where his family emphasized education and community involvement, shaping his early experiences in a tight-knit, small-town setting.[3] His upbringing included frequent exposure to the outdoors, such as hiking and camping in Holly River State Park and learning to hunt and fish along the Back Fork of the Elk River, activities that connected him to West Virginia's natural landscape and fostered a sense of independence.[8]Education and early interests
Stewart grew up in the rural town of Diana, West Virginia, where he initially focused on sports before developing an interest in performing arts during his teenage years.[9] He participated in local plays around his hometown throughout his teens, including early involvement in community theater introduced by a high school speech teacher who encouraged him to audition for a production.[3][10] These experiences at venues like the Landmark Theatre in nearby Sutton sparked his passion for acting, marking his initial forays into stage performance.[9] After high school, Stewart first attended West Virginia Wesleyan College before transferring to West Virginia University, where he pursued a degree in marketing as part of the business administration program.[6][11] During his college years, around age 21 or 22, he deepened his engagement with theater, performing in productions that solidified his shift toward acting as a potential career path despite his academic focus on business.[9] He graduated with a bachelor's degree in marketing, but the "acting bug" from his earlier experiences persisted, influencing his decision to forgo a traditional business career.[11][3] Following graduation, Stewart briefly considered opportunities in North Carolina before relocating to New York City to pursue acting professionally.[9] There, he trained at the T. Schreiber Studio, honing his craft through intensive acting classes, and joined the 13th Street Repertory Theatre as a company member, performing in various stage productions.[9] These early theater endeavors, combined with his exposure to films and local West Virginia performances, shaped his foundational influences and commitment to the performing arts.[3]Acting career
Early roles and breakthrough
After earning a business degree from West Virginia University, Stewart relocated to New York City around 1999 to launch his acting career, training at the T. Schreiber Studio and joining the 13th Street Repertory Theatre as a company member.[12] He later moved to Los Angeles, where he honed his skills through stage productions including Light Bulb and Beacon, sharing the stage with established performers like Robert Forster and Brooke Shields.[12] These early theater experiences, building on local performances at West Virginia's Landmark Theatre, provided foundational training before transitioning to screen work.[3] Stewart's earliest on-screen credit was an uncredited extra role in the Dawson's Creek episode "To Green, With Love" (season 3, 2000). His first substantial role arrived in 2003 with the Lifetime television movie Then Came Jones, in which he portrayed Bill Jenkins.[13] He followed this with a supporting turn as Sean Cleary in the CSI: Crime Scene Investigation episode "Bad to the Bone" in 2004.[3] These initial credits marked his entry into television during the 1999–2005 period, though his career gained momentum through independent and episodic gigs rather than immediate leads. Stewart's breakthrough came in 2004 when he was cast as Probationary Officer Brendan Finney, a main character, in the sixth and final season of NBC's Third Watch.[3] Appearing in all 20 episodes from 2004 to 2005, the role of the rookie firefighter-paramedic offered his first significant exposure on a primetime drama, showcasing his ability to handle intense action sequences and emotional depth amid the series' ensemble cast.[14] This opportunity, which aired until the show's conclusion in May 2005, established Stewart as a rising talent in television and paved the way for subsequent opportunities.[3]Television roles
Stewart's television career gained prominence with his starring role as Holt McLaren, a celebrity photographer for the tabloid magazine DirtNow, in the FX series Dirt (2007–2008). Portrayed as a morally conflicted figure often drawn into the scandals he documents, McLaren's arc explored the blurred lines between personal ethics and professional ambition in the cutthroat world of gossip journalism, contributing to the show's commentary on media sensationalism.[3] One of Stewart's most enduring television roles was as Detective William "Will" LaMontagne Jr. in Criminal Minds (2007–2025), beginning as a guest appearance in the episode "Jones" and evolving into a recurring character. LaMontagne, a New Orleans police detective, integrated into the Behavioral Analysis Unit's narrative through his relationship with agent Jennifer "JJ" Jareau, whom he marries in season seven, providing emotional depth to the procedural's high-stakes investigations and family dynamics. His storyline culminated tragically in Criminal Minds: Evolution season three, episode two (2025), where LaMontagne dies from a rare thyroid aneurysm during a hostage situation, marking a pivotal shift in the series' character ensemble and eliciting significant fan response.[15][16] Stewart took on antagonistic roles in later series, including Solotov, a ruthless Chechen sniper and mercenary, in Shooter (2017–2018), where his performance as the season two and three villain heightened the thriller's tension around conspiracy and assassination plots. In season two of Netflix's The Punisher (2019), he portrayed John Pilgrim, a devout, ultra-conservative assassin with a traumatic past, whose ideological fervor and brutal methods served as a foil to the protagonist Frank Castle, enriching the series' exploration of vigilante justice and moral ambiguity.[17][18][19] Among his guest appearances, Stewart played William Granger, a desperate father entangled in a Wesen-related family crisis, in the Grimm episode "The Bottle Imp" (2012), adding to the supernatural drama's procedural elements. More recently, he appeared as Detective Burnwood in season 5 of ABC's The Rookie (2023) and portrayed Edwin Stanton in the Apple TV+ miniseries Manhunt (2024). Over his career, Stewart has amassed approximately 18 television credits from 2000 to 2025, with a focus on starring and recurring parts in crime, thriller, and drama genres.[20][2]Film roles
Stewart began his feature film career in the mid-2000s, accumulating approximately 22 credits in films spanning 2006 to 2026, often portraying intense, supporting characters in thrillers, dramas, and blockbusters.[21] His early film appearance came in the 2008 drama The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, directed by David Fincher, where he played Pleasant Curtis, a fellow tugboat crewmate to the titular character during World War II sequences. In this role, Stewart depicted a young sailor navigating the perils of wartime service, contributing to the film's ensemble of peripheral figures that underscored Benjamin's unique aging reversal.[22] Stewart gained prominence in the horror-thriller genre with his lead performance as Arkin in The Collector (2009), a burglar who unwittingly enters a booby-trapped home occupied by a sadistic killer, showcasing his ability to convey desperation and resourcefulness amid graphic violence. He reprised the character in the 2012 sequel The Collection, where Arkin, now scarred and vengeful, pursues the killer while entangled in a museum-like abduction plot, earning praise for his physical commitment and emotional depth in the franchise's escalating cat-and-mouse dynamic. In major blockbusters, Stewart portrayed Barsad, a loyal mercenary and right-hand operative to the villain Bane, in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises (2012), appearing in key action sequences including the film's tense opening plane hijacking.[23] He later provided the voice for CASE, the stoic and efficient robotic companion on the interstellar mission, in Nolan's Interstellar (2014), delivering a measured performance that complemented the film's themes of exploration and human resilience.[24] More recently, Stewart contributed a voice role as a male Tenet agent in the espionage thriller Tenet (2020), facilitating pivotal communications in the story's temporal inversion narrative.[25] Looking ahead, he is cast in an undisclosed supporting role in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey (2026), an adaptation of Homer's ancient tale centered on Odysseus's perilous journey home.[26]Directing and writing work
Stewart transitioned from acting to directing and writing with his debut feature, The Hunted (2013), a found-footage horror thriller that he wrote, directed, produced, and starred in.[27] Filmed on a low budget with a crew of 15 in the secluded mountains of West Virginia, the film follows two hunters encountering supernatural terror while pursuing a hunting show dream, inspired by Stewart's real-life childhood encounter in the woods.[28] It premiered at Screamfest in Los Angeles in October 2013, receiving praise for its atmospheric scares and authentic tension despite found-footage conventions.[29] Following a limited theatrical run, The Hunted was released on DVD and video-on-demand by Entertainment One in September 2014, though it did not achieve wide theatrical distribution.[30] Building on this experience, Stewart directed and wrote his second feature, Back Fork (2019), a drama exploring grief, addiction, and family dynamics in rural West Virginia, in which he also starred as the protagonist Waylon.[31] Shot on location to capture the region's cinematic landscapes, the film features local talent including David Selby and emphasizes character-driven narratives over spectacle, drawing from universal themes of toxic masculinity and breaking cycles of silence.[32] Released on digital and on-demand platforms, Back Fork marked Stewart's evolution as an auteur, with improved preparation and delegation informed by his acting collaborations on high-profile projects.[32] No additional directing credits, such as shorts or television episodes, appear in his filmography through 2025.[2] Stewart's writing extends to the scripts for The Hunted and Back Fork, where his personal ties to West Virginia shaped authentic, grounded stories rooted in regional folklore and lived experiences.[28] In 2024, he published his first short story, OKE, HE WAS CALLED, a novella-length tale set in rural West Virginia about a 13-year-old boy and his dog amid torturous days of hardship, released as a Kindle edition on October 5.[33] His acting background significantly informed his behind-the-camera work, as experiences on films like The Dark Knight Rises (2012) taught him structured storytelling and efficient collaboration under directors like Christopher Nolan.[32] This foundation allowed Stewart to balance multiple roles in his projects, transitioning from performer to creator by prioritizing emotional authenticity over budgetary constraints.[28] A notable bridge to these interests was his on-screen collaboration with wife Alexa Davalos in season two of The Punisher (2019), where their real-life partnership since their 2019 marriage overlapped with his growing focus on personal, narrative-driven filmmaking.[32]Personal life
Marriages and children
Stewart married casting director Deanna Brigidi in 2007 after meeting during his early acting career.[6] The couple welcomed daughter Ryan Justine in 2008 and son River Jacob in 2010.[6] They separated in 2014 and finalized their divorce in 2016, maintaining an amicable co-parenting arrangement for their children.[6] In 2019, Stewart married actress Alexa Davalos, whom he met while co-starring with her in the second season of the Netflix series The Punisher. The couple has no children together.[12] Stewart and Davalos prioritize privacy in their family life, rarely sharing details publicly.[34]Health challenges
In February 2012, Josh Stewart experienced a life-threatening cardiac arrest at his home in Los Angeles, triggered by a severe salmonella infection. His then-wife, Deanna Brigidi, called 911 around 11 p.m. on February 27 and, guided by dispatcher Al Camacho, administered CPR and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation for several minutes until paramedics arrived and used a defibrillator to revive him.[35][6] Stewart was rushed to the hospital, where he was treated in intensive care during his initial recovery period. Following the episode, he underwent surgery to implant a cardioverter-defibrillator in his chest to monitor and correct potential heart rhythm irregularities.[6] The device necessitates regular medical follow-ups and ongoing management to ensure Stewart's cardiac health. Brigidi's prompt actions were instrumental in his survival, underscoring the critical role of family support in medical emergencies. Stewart and Brigidi publicly acknowledged the 911 dispatcher's assistance through media coverage, highlighting the value of emergency response training and CPR.[35]Filmography
Films
The following table lists Josh Stewart's feature film credits in chronological order by release year, including roles and notes where applicable (e.g., voice work, uncredited appearances, or upcoming projects).[2]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Lenexa, 1 Mile | T.J. Ketting |
| 2007 | Jekyll | Tommy |
| 2008 | The Curious Case of Benjamin Button | Pleasant Curtis |
| 2008 | The Haunting of Molly Hartley | Mr. Draper |
| 2009 | Law Abiding Citizen | Rupert Ames |
| 2009 | The Collector | Arkin |
| 2010 | The Con Artist | Simon |
| 2010 | Wake | Paul |
| 2012 | The Collection | Arkin |
| 2012 | The Expendables 2 | Dan |
| 2012 | The Dark Knight Rises | Barsad |
| 2013 | The Hunted | Jake |
| 2014 | Interstellar | CASE (voice) |
| 2014 | Transcendence | Paul |
| 2016 | The Finest Hours | Tchuda Southerland |
| 2016 | Cold Moon | Nathan Redfield |
| 2016 | The Neighbor | John |
| 2018 | Insidious: The Last Key | Gerald Rainier |
| 2018 | Malicious | Adam |
| 2018 | Discarnate | Casey Blackburn |
| 2019 | Back Fork | Waylon |
| 2019 | The Mustang | Dan |
| 2020 | The Rental | Charlie |
| 2020 | Tenet | Sator's Right-Hand Man |
| 2021 | The Unholy | Father Hagan |
| 2025 | Lifeline | Steven Thomas |
| 2026 | The Odyssey | TBD (upcoming) |
Television
Stewart's television career spans over two decades, featuring a mix of recurring roles in long-running series and guest appearances across various genres. His breakthrough in television came with a recurring role on Third Watch, after which he became known for his portrayal of Detective William LaMontagne Jr. on Criminal Minds and its revival.[2]| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Then Came Jones | Bill Jenkins | TV movie; 1 episode |
| 2004 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Sean Cleary | Guest role, 1 episode ("Bad to the Bone") |
| 2004–2005 | Third Watch | Brendan Finney | Recurring role, 20 episodes |
| 2007–2008 | Dirt | Holt McLaren | Main role, 20 episodes |
| 2007–2025 | Criminal Minds / Criminal Minds: Evolution | William LaMontagne Jr. | Recurring role, 28 episodes; character deceased in 2025 series finale |
| 2008 | ER | Daniel | Guest role, 1 episode ("Under Pressure") |
| 2008 | Raising the Bar | Dan Denton | Guest role, 1 episode ("Hang Time") |
| 2009 | CSI: Miami | Colin Astor | Guest role, 1 episode ("Smoke Gets in Your CSIs") |
| 2009 | Southland | Vid Holmes | Guest role, 1 episode ("Unknown Trouble") |
| 2009 | The Mentalist | Harlan McAdoo | Guest role, 1 episode ("The Scarlet Letter") |
| 2009 | Leverage | Victor Dubenich | Recurring role, 2 episodes |
| 2010 | Ghost Whisperer | Robert Wharton | Guest role, 1 episode ("Living Nightmare: Part 1") |
| 2010–2011 | The Event | Blake Sterling | Recurring role, 10 episodes |
| 2010–2011 | No Ordinary Family | Joshua | Recurring role, 6 episodes |
| 2018 | The Rookie | Graham Porter | Guest role, 1 episode |
| 2018 | Shooter | T. Solotov | Recurring role, 8 episodes (Season 3) |
| 2019 | Marvel's The Punisher | John Pilgrim | Recurring role, 13 episodes (Season 2) |
| 2024 | Manhunt | Wallace | Miniseries; recurring role, 7 episodes |
