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Feb. 9, 2023

Sebastian Roché | Nautical Thespian

Sebastian Roché | Nautical Thespian

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down for a chat with actor, Sebastian Roché. You may know him from his roles in The Man in the High Castle, The Young Pope, Vampire Diaries, and Six Underground with Ryan Reynolds. We'll discuss his newest project, Taylor Sheridan's 1923, and the incredible experiences that shaped his life and career.

Listen in as Sebastian shares his extraordinary upbringing, living on a sailing boat for six years as his family traveled the Mediterranean, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. This unique experience not only helped him grow as a person, but also sparked his passions for spearfishing, freediving, and shell collecting. Sebastian's fascinating journey has taken him all the way to his current home in Venice, California, where he continues to sail and participate in summer racing series.

We'll also explore Sebastian's passion for theater and film, his love for Korean cooking, and his admiration for Alexandre Dumas and The Count of Monte Cristo. From his early days memorizing books about film to his roles in television shows like Fringe, Supernatural, and 1923, Sebastian's enthusiasm and commitment to his craft have made him a standout talent in the industry. Don't miss this engaging conversation with Sebastian Roche on Story and Craft!

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

0:06:16 - Life-Changing Years on a Boat

0:12:48 - Film Fascination and Childhood Memories

0:15:54 - Scottish Family Castles and Ancestry

0:22:08 - Production of Show in Vancouver

0:29:28 - Praise for the Show 1883

0:39:01 - Manifesting Acting Opportunities

0:41:14 - Residential School Horrors and Father Reneau

1:01:02 - Promoting 1923 and Story & Craft

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Sebastian Roché

Actor

Sebastian is a French-Scottish actor known for his extensive and impressive work in theater, film, and television. He speaks French, English, Italian, and Spanish.
After studying his craft at the prestigious French National Academy of Dramatic Arts, as well as the École National Supérieure des Arts et Techniques de Théâtre and the Cours Florent, Sebastian moved to New York in 1992 and continued to build the already impressive career he had started in France. He starred in Salome with Al Pacino on Broadway and appeared in a supporting role alongside Daniel Day-Lewis in The Last of the Mohicans. Other early work likewise had him acting opposite greats like Heath Ledger and Vera Farmiga in Roar; Jeff Daniels in The Crossing; and Robert De Niro in 15 minutes. Sebastian has also starred alongside Anthony Hopkins and Angelina Jolie in Beowulf, lent his voice to Steven Spielberg’s animated The Adventures of Tintin, and acted opposite Ryan Reynolds and Denzel Washington in Safe House.

In 2002, Sebastian began portraying Kurt Mendel in the Showtime series Odyssey 5. This marked the beginning of extensive work in television. His credits include Charmed, Alias, General Hospital, The Mentalist, Supernatural, Fringe, The Vampire Diaries, Criminal Minds, The Originals, Scandal, Once upon a Time, Bat Woman, and Big Sky to name a few.

Most recently, Sebastian is recurring on the Paramount+ series 1923, starring alongside Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford, in this new show created by Taylor Sheridan. Prior to that he starred with Jude Law and James Cromwell in The You… Read More