Jon Van Ness
Acting
Biography
Born in Summitville, Indiana. A 1976 graduate of Butler University, he honed his acting skills at Christian Theological Seminary Reportory Theater at Butler. He was active in many Indiana venues including The Brown County Playhouse, The Black Curtain Dinner Theatre, and Starlight Musicals. Moved to New York and then Hollywood. His biggest break was his appearance in "Brubaker" where he became friends with Robert Redford. This led to his role in "The Natural."
Notable Works
Prominent titles featuring Jon Van Ness
Filmography
Acting (23)
2022
Forgottenas Henry Downs
1.0
2.0
2016
6.0
1998
Scorpio Oneas Banner
4.9
1995
Trial by Fireas Det. Morgan
5.5
1992
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of Oneas Rudy Karlotts
4.0
1992
Rage and Honoras Talbot
5.1
1991
Alligator 2: The Mutationas Officer Trimble
4.9
1990
Tune in Tomorrow...as Brent Moconnochie
5.5
1988
Sunsetas Director
5.7
1986
Let's Get Harryas Mickey
6.2
1986
The Hitcheras Trooper Hapscomb
6.9
1984
The Naturalas John Olsen
6.9
1984
The Bostoniansas Henry Burrage
5.5
1983
Dagger Eyesas (uncredited)
5.1
1982
In the Custody of Strangersas Corky
6.4
1981
Hospital Massacreas Jack
5.2
1981
The Postman Always Rings Twiceas Motorcycle Cop
6.5
1980
Ruckusas Deputy Dave
5.8
1980
Brubakeras Zaranska
7.1
1979
Tourist Trapas Jerry
6.1
1977
End of the Worldas Mr. Sanchez
3.9