William Mark McCullough shines on the set of the Marvel film.
William Mark McCullough, a local from Savannah, has achieved his dream by landing a role in Marvel’s highly anticipated film, ‘Captain America: Brave New World.’ Growing up in a blue-collar family with no formal art training, McCullough’s journey to acting has been filled with inspiration and determination. From a college elective in acting to securing a recurring role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he inspires fellow aspiring actors to pursue their dreams without abandoning their hometown roots.
In the charming city of Savannah, one local is making headlines and dreams come true in the world of entertainment. Meet William Mark McCullough, an aspiring actor who has just landed a role in the much-anticipated Marvel film, “Captain America: Brave New World.” Growing up in a blue-collar family, McCullough never envisioned a career in acting; however, life had other plans.
Raised in a family that prioritized hard work and practicality, McCullough’s childhood didn’t include art classes or theater productions. Instead, he filled his time with a love for movies and Marvel Comics, making his recent casting feel like a fairy tale. Fast forward to college, and while earning a degree in political philosophy, McCullough stumbled upon his true passion—acting.
The twist of fate came when he decided to take a college elective in acting instead of a more conventional choice like art history. There, he had a moment of magic performing a captivating monologue from Christopher Marlowe’s “Doctor Faustus.” But the journey to acting was not as straightforward as that initial spark.
After college, McCullough set his sights on law school, but that path felt lacking. He found himself in a job that didn’t fulfill him, and the desire to follow his passion for acting lingered in the back of his mind. Eventually, he took the plunge and began building his acting career right here in Savannah, fueled by mentorship and guidance from local talents.
When it came time to audition for “Captain America: Brave New World,” McCullough had no idea it was for a Marvel film. Unknowingly stepping into a world he had always admired, he auditioned for the role of Dennis Dunphy, a U.S. Navy SEAL and close friend of Anthony Mackie’s character, Sam Wilson. Even though Dunphy lacks superpowers in the film, the character has a comic-book counterpart known as Demolition Man, which brings a delightful little Easter egg for die-hard fans.
What started as a single-day shoot quickly transformed into a recurring role, as the casting team loved his authentic portrayal. Not limiting himself to this film, McCullough has built an impressive resume, appearing in shows like “Manhunt” on Apple TV and “Sweet Magnolias” on Netflix, alongside Hollywood heavyweights like Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, and Channing Tatum.
Despite often being cast in intense and physically demanding roles, McCullough truly finds joy in exploring different aspects of his personality through acting. The set of “Brave New World” was a different experience altogether—rather than pressure, he describes the filming environment as fun and familial.
For the budding actors in Savannah, McCullough’s journey is one filled with inspiration. He hopes they don’t feel the need to rush to larger cities to pursue their dreams, as he has navigated his path right in his hometown. Using a vision board created in 2019 that focused on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he can proudly say he has now become part of it!
Furthermore, he shares valuable advice for aspiring actors: focus on your craft while treating your acting career as a business. It’s not just about waiting for the next audition; it’s about effective self-marketing and learning from professionals in the field. Keeping that in mind may just lead to another Savannah success story!
As we gear up for his appearance in “Captain America: Brave New World,” let’s raise a glass to William Mark McCullough—an inspiration to us all, proving that sometimes dreams not only come true, but they also lead you back home!
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