Ritchie Coster, born on July first, nineteen sixty-seven, is a distinguished English character actor known for his versatile performances across various mediums, including film, television, and stage.
His career is marked by memorable roles, such as Dietrich Banning in the comedy film The Tuxedo, released in two thousand two, and the enigmatic Chechen in the critically acclaimed The Dark Knight, which premiered in two thousand eight. Coster's talent shines through in his portrayal of Elias Kassar in the thriller Blackhat, released in two thousand fifteen.
In the realm of television, he captivated audiences as Mayor Austin Chessani in the second season of HBO's anthology series True Detective. Additionally, he brought to life the character Francisco Scaramucci, also known as Mr. Blue, in the SyFy series Happy!. Since two thousand twenty-five, Coster has been a prominent figure in the CBS drama series Watson, further solidifying his status as a talented actor.