Ari Barkan

Ari Barkan is a versatile New York/Los Angeles-based actor whose career spans more than 50 episodes of television across costar, recurring, and guest-star roles. Known for his grounded intensity and sharp comedic instincts, he has brought depth and authenticity to characters in a wide range of genres. Barkan has also appeared in more than a dozen feature films, steadily building a résumé that showcases both dramatic weight and charismatic on-screen presence. Over the years, he has worked alongside industry icons including Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Richard Kind, Harvey Keitel, Donnie Wahlberg, Bill Camp, Vera Farmiga, Jamie Bell, and many others. His collaborative spirit and professionalism have made him a memorable presence both on set and on screen. Audiences can now catch him in Netflix's #1 comedy Big Mistakes, CBS's acclaimed series Elsbeth, and in his dramatic turn as Joe Kenton in ABC's hit show 911 Nashville, thus further solidifying his momentum as a rising force in film and television. With every project, Ari Barkan continues to expand his range and redefine what a hardworking character actor can achieve.