Sean Bridgers Net Worth
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Updated on May 08, 2026
Sean Bridgers net worth is
$1.3 Million
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Sean Bridgers (born Sean MacKenzie Bridgers, March 15, 1968) is an American actor, screenwriter, director and producer, well known for his role as Johnny Burns on the HBO series Deadwood. Additional to many roles in television and film since 1991, Bridgers received acclaim and awards for the independent film Paradise Falls, which he wrote and produced. He also received praise for his lead role in Lucky McKee's horror film The Woman and another Moderncine film, Jug Face, as well as notable roles in Sweet Home Alabama and Nell.
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | In high school, Sean set several school records as quarterback and played sports in addition to the time he spent on stage. At the time of his graduation, he was a 4-letter athlete. What were his sports? Football, baseball, basketball, and cross-country. In California, Sean spends time coaching high school football. |
| 2 | Sean's mother, Sue Ellen Bridgers, has published 7 novels. His father, Ben Bridgers, was the tribal attorney for the Cherokee Indian tribe; and has published a memoir and books of poetry. |
| 3 | Sean and business partner Michael Hemschoot formed Travelin' Productions and have produced and directed two short films: "A Night at the Zoo" and "The Birthday Present." Travelin' Productions are developing a feature film set in the post-Civil War era called "Arkansas Traveler.". |
| 4 | Sean wrote, produced and starred in "Paradise Falls" in 1997 which won Best Picture Awards at 6 film festivals. |
| 5 | Son is Jackson Bridgers. |
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| And Then I Go | 2017 | post-production | Little Kid's Dad |
| Get Shorty | 2017 | filming | Louis |
| Snake Heel | 2016 | Short post-production | Leonard |
| Elsie Hooper | 2016 | Short | Ridley Hooper |
| Rectify | 2013-2016 | TV Series | Trey Willis |
| The Magnificent Seven | 2016 | Fanning | |
| Free State of Jones | 2016 | Will Sumrall | |
| The Whole Truth | 2016 | Arthur Westin | |
| Midnight Special | 2016 | Fredrick | |
| Legs | 2015 | Ford | |
| Blue | 2015/I | Sheriff Hawkes | |
| Trumbo | 2015 | Jeff Krandall | |
| Room | 2015/I | Old Nick | |
| The Edge of the Woods | 2015 | Short | Abe |
| Dark Places | 2015 | Runner Day | |
| The Best of Me | 2014 | Tommy Cole | |
| Jug Face | 2013 | Dawai | |
| The Birthday Present | 2012 | Short | |
| The Graveyard Feeder | 2012 | Short | Burke Sawyer |
| Raising Hope | 2011-2012 | TV Series | Jack |
| Hart of Dixie | 2011 | TV Series | Leon Mercy |
| Blood on My Name | 2011 | Short | Thomas |
| The Woman | 2011/I | Chris Cleek | |
| True Blood | 2010 | TV Series | Big Bobby |
| Justified | 2010 | TV Series | Virgil Corum |
| The Mentalist | 2010 | TV Series | Ranger Tisdale |
| Lie to Me | 2009 | TV Series | Harold Clark |
| Private Practice | 2008-2009 | TV Series | Frank Dawson |
| Bones | 2009 | TV Series | John Collins |
| Cold Storage | 2009/I | ||
| Saving Grace | 2009 | TV Series | Carl Lafong |
| House Rules | 2009 | TV Movie | Cameron Drummer |
| A Night at the Zoo | 2008 | Short | Donny |
| Witless Protection | 2008 | Norm | |
| 12 Miles of Bad Road | 2008 | TV Series | Lyle Hartsong |
| Jake's Closet | 2007 | Peter | |
| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 2007 | TV Series | Art Schuster |
| Cold Case | 2006 | TV Series | Ty Sugar |
| Criminal Minds | 2006 | TV Series | James Charles |
| Deadwood | 2004-2006 | TV Series | Johnny Burns |
| 3: The Dale Earnhardt Story | 2004 | TV Movie | Neil Bonnett |
| Apple Jack | 2003 | Short | Les Danyou |
| Sweet Home Alabama | 2002 | Eldon | |
| Lullaby | 2002/I | Diesel | |
| Clover Bend | 2002 | Tyler | |
| Cover Me: Based on the True Life of an FBI Family | 2000 | TV Series | Brian |
| After Diff'rent Strokes: When the Laughter Stopped | 2000 | TV Movie | Robert |
| ATF | 1999 | TV Movie | Smitty |
| Legacy | 1998-1999 | TV Series | William Winters |
| Carolina Low | 1997 | Henry Bancroft | |
| Close to Danger | 1997 | TV Movie | Donna's Date |
| The Killing Secret | 1997 | TV Movie | Aaron Clemens |
| Stolen Memories: Secrets from the Rose Garden | 1996 | TV Movie | Teen #1 (Jeff) |
| Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored | 1995 | Mr. Bob | |
| Murderous Intent | 1995 | TV Movie | Dennis |
| American Gothic | 1995 | TV Series | Deputy #1 / Policeman #1 |
| Her Deadly Rival | 1995 | TV Movie as Sean Bridges | |
| Death in Small Doses | 1995 | TV Movie | Mr. Carter |
| Nell | 1994 | Mike Ibarra | |
| Getting In | 1994 | Dumpster Hunter (as Sean Bridges) | |
| Road-Kill U.S.A. | 1993 | Josh | |
| Scattered Dreams | 1993 | TV Movie | |
| Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice | 1992 | Jedediah | |
| Murder in New Hampshire: The Pamela Wojas Smart Story | 1991 | TV Movie | Ralph Welch (as Sean Bridges) |
Director
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birthday Present | 2012 | Short co-director | |
| A Night at the Zoo | 2008 | Short |
Writer
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Night at the Zoo | 2008 | Short written by | |
| Carolina Low | 1997 |
Producer
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Night at the Zoo | 2008 | Short producer | |
| Carolina Low | 1997 | producer |
Miscellaneous
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| L.A. Noire | 2011 | Video Game motion capture performer: Other characters | |
| Al Swearengen Audition Reel | 2008 | Video short consultant |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Making of The Woman | 2012 | Video short | Himself |
| 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards | 2007 | TV Special | Himself |
Won Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Best Supporting | Orlando Film Festival | Best Supporting Performance | Blue (2015) |
| 2011 | Special Award | Toronto After Dark Film Festival | Best Leading Actor | The Woman (2011) |
| 1998 | Southeastern Media Award | Atlanta Film Festival | Paradise Falls (1997) |
Nominated Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Fright Meter Award | Fright Meter Awards | Best Actor | The Woman (2011) |
| 2007 | Actor | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Deadwood (2004) |
Known for movies
Room (2015)
as Old Nick
Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
as Eldon
Free State of Jones (2016)
as Will Sumrall
The Woman (2011)
as Chris Cleek
