William Rankin Patton (born June 14, 1954) is an American actor and audiobook narrator. He starred as Colonel Dan Weaver in the TNT science fiction series Falling Skies. He also appeared in the films Remember the Titans, Armageddon, Gone in 60 Seconds and The Punisher. He appeared opposite Kevin Costner in two films: No Way Out (1987) and The Postman (1997). He won two Obie Awards for best actor in Sam Shepard's play Fool for Love and the Public Theater production of What Did He See?.
An ancient evil has returned. The Dark Elves, led by Malekith, have returned for the Norn Stones to destroy all of Asgard and Midgard. It's time for Thor, defender of Midgard and Asgard, to stop the Dark Elves.