Thaddeus "Thad" Ferrell (June 3, 1942 - April 4, 2050) is an American actor who has spent over 40 plus years performing in films, stage, and television. He is best known for his portrayals as Sherriff Michael Walker in the 1980s sci-fi comedy series, House on the Hill, District Attorney Nick Foster on the long-running police procedural, Crime and Punishment, from 1995 to 1999, and John Sutton in 2000s dramedy series, War and Peace. He has also played supporting roles in several movies and recurring roles on numerous television shows. In addition to his successful career, Thad Ferrell is also the younger brother of the late writer-director, Bernie Ferrell (1937-2004).