Jon Van Ness
Acting
Born: 1947-12-23 · Summitville, Indiana, USA
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."
🎬 Movies (23)
Ultra Violet Vengeance: The Talent & Technicians of X-Ray
2022
Himself
Forgotten
2022
Henry Downs
Q-4: Dream Corporation
2018
The Natural: The Best There Ever Was
2016
Self
Scorpio One
1998
Banner
Trial by Fire
1995
Det. Morgan
Rage and Honor
1992
Talbot
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
Rudy Karlotts
Alligator 2: The Mutation
1991
Officer Trimble
Tune in Tomorrow...
1990
Brent Moconnochie
Sunset
1988
Director
The Hitcher
1986
Trooper Hapscomb
Let's Get Harry
1986
Mickey
The Natural
1984
John Olsen
The Bostonians
1984
Henry Burrage
Dagger Eyes
1983
(uncredited)
In the Custody of Strangers
1982
Corky
Hospital Massacre
1981
Jack
Ruckus
1981
Deputy Dave
The Postman Always Rings Twice
1981
Motorcycle Cop
Brubaker
1980
Zaranska
Tourist Trap
1979
Jerry
End of the World
1977
Mr. Sanchez
