Personal Info
Birth date
1964-08-15 (60 Years)
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
New York, New York, U.S.A.
Also known as
-David Schifter
Biography
David Schifter is a versatile American actor seen in the semi-recurring role of Detective J.D. Walker on ID Discovery Channel's "Lt. Kenda: Homicide Hunter," and Tyler Perry's "The Have & Have Nots." He began life in front of the camera as a teenager as host of a New York cable TV show "Spotlight on Teens." He later spent a successful 14-years as a TV news investigative reporter at the local and national level, earning numerous awards including three Emmy nominations and the coveted Emmy itself. In 1999, David took the ultimate career risk by walking away from everything familiar to begin a career as an actor. In 2017 he won a LA IndieFest "Best Actor" award for the lead role in an African-produced film in Nigeria. In 2019 he co-starred with Michael Pare' and Nicholas Turturro in a thriller set at the beach titled "The Penthouse." A native New Yorker, David loves living a beach lifestyle in North Carolina and traveling worldwide for work. He is also a volunteer firefighter in the city where he lives which he says gives him the true feeling of giving back to his community.
Filmography
Evil Lives Here
7.9
Overview:
The true stories of people who lived with a killer. How well do you really know your family? Would you recognize the warning signs? Or would you become entangled in evil?April Fool's Day
4.289
Overview:
When an April Fool's Day prank turns deadly, Desiree Cartier, her brother Blaine, and five of their friends all become the targets of a twisted kill who begins hunting them down one by one.Domestic Disturbance
5.763
Overview:
Frank Morrison is a divorced father with a 12-year-old son, Danny. His ex-wife Susan and son Danny now live with Rick Barnes, Susan's new husband. Danny, who has a reputation for telling lies, accuses his stepfather of committing a murder. Initially, no one believes his accusations, but then Frank becomes convinced and is the only one who believes him. Now, the father Danny trusts must protect him from the stepfather he fears.Let Go and Let God
7.5
Overview:
Let Go and Let God follows two people from vastly different worlds whose lives are rocked after experiencing sudden deaths in their family. They question God as a result, but find the faith they're looking for on an unexpected path.The Rack Pack
3.7
Overview:
A children's storybook author reminisces about his childhood adventures with his brothers and friends. In a time before kids spent hours watching television, on the computer, playing video games and texting, they went to the park to play with their friends. The kids, in full army gear, set out for a rescue mission. As they learn more about each other they form a bond of brotherhood and friendship called ...THE RACK PACK.Check Point
6.2
Overview:
In Port City, North Carolina, a vagrant discovers plans for an invasion. His attempts to warn law enforcement are ignored but when the Sheriff notices odd interactions with other townsfolk, he begins to look into the claim of a sleeper cell living amongst the locals.The Penthouse
3
Overview:
Peter and Amanda spy on a bickering couple from their penthouse, but when the man finds out, he vows to make the nosy couples life a living hell.A Short History of Decay
5.2
Overview:
A failed Brooklyn writer, Nathan Fisher, visits his ailing parents in Florida. His mother has Alzheimer's and his father has recently had a stroke and his girlfriend has recently broken up with him.Eyeborgs
4.539
Overview:
Following a major terrorist attack, the US government initiates the ODIN surveillance system, made up of millions of mobile, robotic security cameras known as "Eyeborgs." When the physical evidence in a string of odd murders doesn't line up to the surveillance recordings, one federal agent finds himself working outside the system to find out who's really controlling the Eyeborgs.Bloody Ballet
3.538
Overview:
When beautiful ballerina Adriana Mena lands the lead role in the upcoming Nutcracker performance, she's forced to face her demons as jealousy and tension begin to provoke the supernatural.Believe
6.5
Overview:
A small-town business owner tries to save the local Christmas pageant against all odds.A.I. 187
1.5
Overview:
The A.I. 187 chip which can revolutionize the inner workings of the human brain has been developed for the greater good, but falling in the wrong hands can be a weapon of mass destruction.Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story
6
Overview:
Based on true events, The Lena Baker Story recounts one African-American womans struggle to rise above the challenges of her life, to face the choices she makes, and to ultimately triumph over her...Lena Baker was the first and only woman to be sentenced to death by the electric chair in the state of Georgia and was executed in 1945. She was pardoned posthumously in 2005.El Camino
3
Overview:
Three young people drive to Mexico to scatter their friend's ashes, they are forced to confront their own sense of family, identity and future.Black Balsam
4.5
Overview:
When a couple buys a scenic mountain retreat from a deceased woman's estate, her abusive son becomes vengeful about being uprooted from the only home he's ever known. Now, facing eviction, the son holds a grudge against the new owners and their children.The Last Summer
4
Overview:
Set in 1981, "The Last Summer" tells the story of 12-year-old Joel Shuman's first summer after the sudden death of his mom. Joel helps his family come to terms with their tragic loss while spending his last summer of innocence with the best friends he will ever know. "The Last Summer" recalls a time when life was still a mystery and every day was a new adventure.Lizzie
2.846
Overview:
Lizzie, a young woman with amnesia, slowly comes to realize that she may be responsible for the horrific murder of her parents. After returning to the family home, Lizzie had terrifying flashbacks to her childhood, and comes face to face with the true horror of her past.The Body Sculptor
NYR
Overview:
Dr. Jason Stone had everything a man could want. The perfect wife, 2 beautiful children and a successful Plastic Surgery Practice. Life was perfect until an unexpected diagnosis turned his life inside out.The Paranormal Disappearance of Ailyn Jesick
NYR
Overview:
The Jesick sisters travel home to the mountains of North Carolina to visit their terminally ill mother, only to discover a terrible secret awaits them.Finding Home: A Feature Film for National Adoption Day
9
Overview:
After getting fired and divorcing his wife, Courtland is faced with the biggest challenge of all. He must find a home for a young boy.Georgie McGrathThe Strange and Unusual
NYR
Overview:
After 4 less than medicore seasons on TV, a supernatural reality show called The Strange and Unusual is being canceled. With only one episode left to shoot, the show's desperate producer teams up with a dysfunctional crew to give the network a series finale they won't forget.Acting
TBAThe Body Sculptor as Agent Terrence Marshall
TBAIdahosa Trails as Unknown
2022Black Balsam as Sergeant Ashton
2021The Penthouse as Peter Wright
2019Let Go and Let God as Jake
2019A.I. 187 as Hotel Manager
2018Bloody Ballet as Chet Lowrey
2018The Rack Pack as Mr. Rackley
2017Check Point as Gunnery Sergeant Rush
2016Believe as Wendell
2016Finding Home: A Feature Film for National Adoption Day as Unknown
2016Evil Lives Here (1 Episode) as Peewee Gaskins
2014A Short History of Decay as Law Firm Attorney
2014The Strange and Unusual as Lenny
2013Finders Keepers: The Root of All Evil as Park Ranger
2009The Paranormal Disappearance of Ailyn Jesick as Dr. Charles
2009Eyeborgs as Jack Romero
2008April Fool's Day as Press Conference Lawyer
2008El Camino as Gregor
2004The Last Summer as Mr. Riley
2001Domestic Disturbance as Sam Turner (uncredited)
Production
2021The Penthouse ... Executive Producer
2018The Rack Pack ... Producer, Executive Producer
2017Check Point ... Associate Producer
2013Lizzie ... Casting
2009The Paranormal Disappearance of Ailyn Jesick ... Casting Director
2008Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story ... Casting