 Michael Massee
Isaiah Haden
Michael Massee portrays demented Satanist Isaiah Haden who gleefully confesses to murdering a professor’s daughter in NBC’s “Revelations.”
Born in Kansas City where he lived until age one, Massee moved with his parents, both writers, to Paris where they still reside. After graduating from high school, he took some time off to travel around Europe, North Africa and the Middle East finally returning to the States where he graduated from New York’s Hunter College with a degree in theatre and writing with top honors. Shortly after graduation he began auditioning in the city while waiting tables and eventually landed roles in feature films and television. Massee’s other past television credits include a recurring role on the critically acclaimed series “Carnivale” and a regular role on the first season of “24.” He has also made guest appearances on the drama series “The Practice,” “The X-Files,” “Dragnet” and “Threat Matrix.” In addition, he has an extensive list of feature film credits including “Catwoman,” Steven Spielberg’s “Amistad,” “Lost Highway” directed by David Lynch, “Se7en” opposite Brad Pitt, alongside Michelle Pfeiffer in “One Fine Day,” and “The Crow” with Brandon Lee and Rochelle Davis. No stranger to the theatre, Massee amassed credits in off-Broadway productions that include “Delirium” at The Waverly Place Theatre, “The Dreamer Examines the Pillow” at Michael Howard Studios and “No Place to Be Somebody” at The Little Theater. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Ellen, and their two children.  Natascha McElhone
Sister Josepha Montafiore
Natascha McElhone portrays Sister Josepha Montafiore, a passionate nun who’s out to prove the second coming of Jesus Christ in NBC’s “Revelations.”
McElhone made her film debut in the 1996 James Ivory film “Surviving Picasso.” She then went on to star in Alan J. Pakula’s “The Devil’s Own” opposite Brad Pitt and Harrison Ford, Peter Weir’s “The Truman Show” opposite Jim Carrey, John Frankenheimer’s “Ronin” opposite Robert DeNiro and Steven Soderbergh’s “Solaris” opposite George Clooney. Other film credits include “Love’s Labour's Lost,” “City of Ghosts,” “Killing Me Softly,” “Laurel Canyon,” “Ladies in Lavender” and the upcoming “Guy X.” The versatile McElhone attended London’s Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. Her professional career began on stage, starring in productions of “Richard III,” “The Cherry Orchard,” and "Midsummer Night's Dream.” She has appeared on several hit BBC television productions including “The Other Boleyn Girl.” Away from the set, McElhone is married and resides in London. Her birthday is December 14.
 Gavin Polone
Executive Producer
Veteran feature film and television producer Gavin Polone serves as executive producer of NBC’s “Revelations.” Beginning his career as an assistant at International Creative Management in 1985, Polone left ICM in 1989 to join Bauer/Benedek, a leading boutique agency. Bauer/Benedek evolved into United Talent Agency, where he was made partner. In 1996, he abandoned his career as an agent in and partnered with Judy Hofflund to form Hofflund/Polone, a talent management and production company. Through Hofflund/Polone, he serves as an executive producer on the Emmy Award nominated series “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “Gilmore Girls.” In the summer of 2001, Polone formed Pariah, which has produced several scripted and reality series for broadcast and cable networks and is currently in production on the new F/X show, "Thief," starring Andre Braugher, as well as pilots for ABC and HBO. On the big screen, Polone has produced “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” “Stir of Echoes,” “Panic Room,” “Secret Window” and the recently released “Seeing Other People.” Pariah most recently wrapped production on the upcoming film “Little Manhattan,” which will be distributed later this year by 20th Century Fox.
 Bill Pullman
Dr. Richard Massey
Bill Pullman portrays Harvard professor and astrophysicist Dr. Richard Massey on NBC’s “Revelations.”
Born in Hornell, New York, Pullman is one of seven children. While most of his siblings followed in their parents’ footsteps entering the medical profession, he attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in Directing. After graduating, Pullman became a professor at Montana State University, where he ran the theater department for two years. Pullman then went to New York where he performed in a number of Off-Broadway plays gaining notice for his performance in a revival of Sam Shepard’s “Curse of the Starving Class” with Kathy Bates. Soon thereafter Pullman was offered his debut film role – one of the leads in the hit comedy “Ruthless People.” Appearing in over 40 motion pictures, his feature film credits include “Spaceballs,” “The Accidental Tourist,” “A League of Their Own,” “Sleepless in Seatle,” “Malice,” “Wyatt Earp,” “While You Were Sleeping,” “Independence Day,” “ Brokedown Palace,” and “Igby Goes Down.” Most recently, he starred in the hit film “The Grudge,” with Sarah Michelle Gellar. On the small screen Pullman directed, produced and starred in the cable feature “The Virginian.” This television movie marked his directorial debut and garnered critical acclaim for his portrayal of the title character. In 2002, Pullman co-starred with Mercedes Ruehl in Edward Albee’s “The Goat” on Broadway garnering critical raves for his performance. Currently, he lives in Los Angeles with his wife Tamara and their three children.
 David Seltzer
Creator/Writer/Executive Producer
Veteran feature film writer David Seltzer crafts the vivid events foretelling The End of Days in NBC’s “Revelations.” A graduate of the Northwestern University School for Film and Television, Seltzer began his career penning screenplays for such horror film classics as “The Hellstrom Chronicle” and “The Omen.” He also scored a direct hit with children for his book adaptation of the memorable 1971 feature, “Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” starring Gene Wilder. Seltzer’s varied writing credits extend over parts of four different decades and include “My Giant,” “Bird on a Wire,” “Lucas,” “Punchline,” “Someone to Watch over Me,” “Table for Five,” “The Other Side of the Mountain” and “One Is a Lonely Number.” In addition, he wrote the script for the 2002 film “Dragonfly,” “Shining Through,” “Prophecy,” “Nobody’s Baby,” “Six Weeks” and “King, Queen, Knave.” Seltzer’s directing credits include “Nobody’s Baby,” “Shining Through,” “Punchline” and “Lucas.” Early in his career, he wrote the teleplays for the TV movies “My Father’s House” and “Larry.” He is married to Eugenia Zukerman and has a daughter, Emily Seltzer, who is an actress.
 NBC SCREENS NEW DRAMA REVELATIONS TO COLLEGE AUDIENCES IN NINE CITIES
MARCH 15, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT
BURBANK, Calif. -- March 14, 2005 -- As part of the marketing campaign to launch the limited series "Revelations," NBC is presenting a very special, one-time only exclusive preview at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, Studio 6A in Manhattan, New York, on Tuesday, March 15, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The event, hosted by MSNBC anchorman, Lester Holt, targeting mainly a college student audience, will consist of a closed-circuit "sneak preview" pilot screening & a Q&A with "Revelations" cast members Bill Pullman ("Independence Day"), Natascha McElhone ("Solaris"), and Michael Massee ("24"), executive producer Gavin Polone ("Panic Room"), and writer and executive producer David Seltzer (author of "The Omen"). In addition, the New York screening will be broadcast live via satellite to theatres in an additional nine local markets across the country.
For the screenings in New York and in the additional nine markets, NBC, in an effort to match the intelligence, intensity and drama of "Revelations," has implemented a grassroots outreach campaign inviting students attending major universities and colleges who are studying philosophy, political science, religion, film and television. The screenings will also be open to the general public. The additional nine markets include Seattle, WA; Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; Baton Rouge, LA; Berkeley, CA; San Diego, CA; Knoxville, TN; Atlanta, GA and Columbus, OH. NBC Studios will use multiple-cameras to cover the New York event, which will give an estimated 3,000 people the unique opportunity to ask questions of the cast, the writer and the producers of the series.
"Revelations is an extremely thought-provoking, intelligent, and well-produced show that has a feature film-like quality," said John Miller, Chief Marketing Officer, NBC Universal Television Group. "We wanted to design a marketing effort in support of the series, which would reflect the quality and substance of the program itself."
"Due to the popularity of such books as 'The Da Vinci Code' and the box office success of such movies as 'The Passion of the Christ,' there's no denying the general public's interest in the supernatural and the spiritual realms," added Vince Manze, president and creative director, The NBC Agency. "For the screening and Q&A, we felt it would be especially exciting to invite students studying religion, philosophy, political science and other related fields, to promote a lively and informative Q&A to discuss some of the important issues the show tackles, as well as how television treats such complex topics."
In "Revelations" which premieres April 13 (9 p.m. ET/PT), Bill Pullman ("Independence Day"), stars as a scientist faced with the toughest personal, professional and philosophical challenges of his life. Dr. Richard Massey is searching for reasonable explanations -- to explain signs that seem to indicate the apocalyptic end as foretold in Scriptures is in motion. To save humanity, Massey will have to let go of scientific facts and embrace faith. His first step in his quest to conquer the impending evil is to align himself with a nun (Natascha McElhone, "Solaris") whose devout beliefs are unshakable. Despite many obstacles, including their own fears and doubts, the two remain determined to prove that Man can regain control of fate. Time is literally running out in their thrilling, fast-paced race around the globe to thwart Armageddon -- and restore hope. Michael Massee ("Catwoman," "24") also stars as demented Satanist Isaiah Haden; newcomers Chelsey and Brittney Coyle share the role of Olivia, the girl found in a coma spouting Scripture and Tobin Bell ('Saw") stars as the mysterious lawyer, Nathan Volk, who has a sinister interest in Olivia. "Revelations" is executive produced by Gavin Polone ("Panic Room") and written, created and executive produced by David Seltzer ("The Omen"). "Revelations" is a production of Pariah.
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