Johnathon Schaech is the lead actor and executive producer of Blue Ridge, the hit family crime series now streaming on Prime. As Sheriff Justin Wise, Schaech anchors the show's heartfelt blend of action, redemption, and community. He also directed the Season 2 finale, showcasing his creative leadership both in front of and behind the camera.
A veteran of over 160 film and television projects, Schaech's career has been defined by versatility and longevity - from breakout roles in That Thing You Do! and How to Make an American Quilt, to memorable performances in Ray Donovan, Texas Rising, and DC's Legends of Tomorrow as Jonah Hex.
As a screenwriter, Schaech has co-written multiple screenplays and teleplays, including Road House 2 for Sony, From a Buick 8 (Stephen King), and The Washingtonians (Showtime's Masters of Horror).
Schaech continues to develop content that bridges entertainment with purpose.
Blue Ridge: The Series(2024)
Heroes(2002)
Fear Itself(2008)
The Poker Club(2008)
Masters of Horror(2005)
Road House 2: Last Call(2006)
Bodyman(2026)as Dallas Ghost Dog Rogers
Somnium(2024)as Brooks
Suitable Flesh(2023)as Edward Derby
The Wind & the Reckoning(2022)as Marshall Hitchcock
Tilt-A-Whirl(2005)
Float(2008)
The Forsaken(2001)
Good Morning America(1975)as Self - Guest
ActorKlass - Interviews(2022)as Self - Guest
That One Audition(2017)as Self
The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell(2014)as Self - Guest
Hollywood Insider(2018)as Self
The Movies(2019)as Leon
