Acting
Jon Van Ness
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
Ultra Violet Vengeance: The Talent & Technicians of X-Ray
Film · 2022
Forgotten
Film · 2022
Q-4: Dream Corporation
Film · 2018
The Natural: The Best There Ever Was
Film · 2016
Supernatural
Series · 2005
The West Wing
Series · 1999
Scorpio One
Film · 1998
Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
Series · 1997
Trial by Fire
Film · 1995
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Series · 1993
Rage and Honor
Film · 1992
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Film · 1992
Alligator 2: The Mutation
Film · 1991
Tune in Tomorrow...
Film · 1990
Sunset
Film · 1988
The Hitcher
Film · 1986
Let's Get Harry
Film · 1986
Amazing Stories
Series · 1985
The Natural
Film · 1984
The Bostonians
Film · 1984
Dagger Eyes
Film · 1983
In the Custody of Strangers
Film · 1982
Hospital Massacre
Film · 1981
The Postman Always Rings Twice
Film · 1981
Ruckus
Film · 1980
Brubaker
Film · 1980
Tourist Trap
Film · 1979
End of the World
Film · 1977
M*A*S*H
Series · 1972