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.
Career 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 and The Chronicles of Riddick. 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-1s 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).
In 2007, he played the lead, Gene Wright, in Frances-Anne Solomon's feature film A Winter Tale.
Filmography
Television
The Expanse (2017), Santichai Suputayaporn Fallen (2006), Kolazonta Stargate SG-1 (1997–2005), Apophis Life as We Know It (2004), Hal Morello Legend of Earthsea (2004), Kargide Soldier #2 Dead Like Me (2004), Angelo Show Me Yours (2004), Marshall Eve's Christmas (2004), Brother James The Collector (2004), Gangsta The Twilight Zone (2003), Tyrone Da Vinci's Inquest (1998–2002), Morris WinstonTeeVee.org: Sick of American Drama? Try "Da Vinci's Inquest." Dark Angel (2002), Hal Mysterious Ways (2001), Raphael VasquezMysterious Ways Television show - Mysterious Ways TV Show - Yahoo! TV Relic Hunter (2001), Shandar Viper (1999), Devon Zerbo The Outer Limits (1999), Chili Wayne The X-Files (1998), Jackson Night Man (1998) Welcome to Paradox (1998), Dr. Ben Polaris Due South (1994), Gerome Neon Rider (1989–1994), Pin Wiseguy (1989), Wingate MacGyver (1988), Moe
Movies
Stargate: Continuum (2008), Apophis A Winter Tale (2007), Gene Wright Catwoman (2004), Detective #2 The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), Convict #2 Liberty Stands Still (2002), Driver G-Saviour (1999), Halloway Love Come Down (2000), Leon Carter A Good Burn (2000), Ruben Holiday Heart (2000), Phillip St. Paul Sweetwater: A True Rock Story (1999), Albert Moore Little Boy Blues (1999), Casino Dealer #2 Moment of Truth: Into the Arms of Danger (1997), Frank She Woke Up Pregnant (1996), Undercover cop Halifax f.p: Words Without Music (1994), Milkie Someone to Die For (1995), Ray Jackson Soul Survivor (1995), Tyrone - Williams Nominated for Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role Jungleground (1995), Dragon Dying to Remember (1993), New York Cabbie The Odd Couple: Together Again (1993), Raphael Bound and Gagged: A Love Story (1992), Mr. Williams Mystery Date (1991), Bartender Run (1991), Cab Driver The Widowmaker (1990), Philip Newsome A Waltz Through the Hills (1988), Driver Drop-Out Mother (1988) The Hospital (1985), Intern in Elevator Heatwave (1982), Graydon Perkins
References
External links A Winter Tale, Official Website