Remembering the actor’s most memorable screen roles

Patrick Muldoon has been a famous name in the film and TV industry. He’s one of those actors from the 90s that has immense recall value once you revisit the roles he has played.

Muldoon spent multiple decades in the industry in a diverse range of films and TV shows. He passed away at the age of 58 on April 19, 2026.

As you revisit his films and television shows, the consistency in his performances and his on-screen presence captivates you into knowing more about him.


5 Patrick Muldoon movies and TV shows

1. Starship Troopers

Starship Troopers ( Image via Youtube / Sony Pictures Entertainment )Starship Troopers ( Image via Youtube / Sony Pictures Entertainment )
Starship Troopers ( Image via Youtube / Sony Pictures Entertainment )

Out of the wide range of Patrick Muldoon’s list of films and TV shows, his character, Zander Barcalow in Starship Troopers is perhaps his most recognized film performance. He played the role of a member of the military forces and was pivotal in developing interpersonal conflict between his counterparts with his ambitious, competitive role and position in the film.

Though not a protagonist, his character had an integral, well-defined and obvious part in the production that makes it one of his best films. The film was initially met with polarizing reactions from critics upon its release in 1997, but has since been declared a cult science fiction film that continuously holds its own among top sci-fi selections.


2. Stigmata

Patrick Muldoon starred in Stigmata (1999), a supernatural and religious thriller based on mysteries and enigmas surrounding the protagonist of the film. Muldoon played a supporting role to the main characters, and helped define the overall storyline and characters present in the film.

His role of Steven in Stigmata, was that of a supporting actor to the main character Frankie Paige (played by Patricia Arquette.


3. Days of Our Lives

Perhaps the most significant entry in Patrick Muldoon’s television career was his role as Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives for many years. This was not only Muldoon’s most prominent soap opera role, but it was also his original character on one of the most popular daytime series in the United States, a role he held from 1992 to 1995 and 2011 to 2012.

Like his other roles, his performance as Austin Reed was a success of the character and it resonated with daytime television audiences. The character of Austin Reed played a major part in building the foundation of Muldoon’s early career and acted as a launchpad for further success in the industry.


4. Saved by the Bell

Saved by the Bell ( Image via YouTube / Peacock )Saved by the Bell ( Image via YouTube / Peacock )
Saved by the Bell ( Image via YouTube / Peacock )

Patrick Muldoon’s role in Saved by the Bell was as a guest appearance as Jeff Hunter. This massively successful show from the 90s, also included in several filmographies and TV databases, displays versatility in Muldoon’s roles in TV and movies.

While nowhere near his leading characters in the TV dramas listed previously, Saved by the Bell represents a different era and showcased his impressive acting range from his usual television work.


5. Melrose Place

Richard Hart was Patrick Muldoon’s most famous television role on primetime came on Melrose Place. This drama was known for its tales of romance and intrigue in Los Angeles, with Muldoon’s character playing an integral part in the show’s multiple story arcs.

As opposed to soap opera roles that span years, the transition to primetime drama represented a shift within Patrick Muldoon’s television and film repertoire, where his characters were seen within the boundaries of typical dramatic storylines rather than continuously playing out over many, many seasons.


Patrick Muldoon’s filmography offers a holistic view of his impressive acting career. From the time he played Austin Reed on the television soap Days of Our Lives to his roles in acclaimed movies and television shows as Starship Troopers, Stigmata, Saved by the Bell and Melrose Place, he ensured his presence was impactful enough to be remembered by fans for years to come.

Also read: Days of our Lives star Patrick Muldoon dies at 57