Jon Van Ness
Known for 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."
Filmography
The Natural
1984
as John Olsen
Brubaker
1980
as Zaranska
The Postman Always Rings Twice
1981
as Motorcycle Cop
The Hitcher
1986
as Trooper Hapscomb
Dagger Eyes
1983
as (uncredited)
Sunset
1988
as Director
Let's Get Harry
1986
as Mickey
End of the World
1977
as Mr. Sanchez
Tourist Trap
1979
as Jerry
In the Custody of Strangers
1982
as Corky
Ruckus
1981
as Deputy Dave
Tune in Tomorrow...
1990
as Brent Moconnochie
Hospital Massacre
1981
as Jack
The Bostonians
1984
as Henry Burrage
Forgotten
2022
as Henry Downs
The Natural: The Best There Ever Was
2016
as Self
Alligator 2: The Mutation
1991
as Officer Trimble
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
as Rudy Karlotts
Scorpio One
1998
as Banner
Trial by Fire
1995
as Det. Morgan