David Yow

David Yow

ActorDirectorComposer
Born
August 2, 1960
Awards
1 wins, 1 nominations

David Yow is a multifaceted artist known for his dynamic performances both on and off screen. With a background in acting technique, improvisation, and writing, he seamlessly transitions between a variety of characters, captivating audiences through his on-camera presence and versatile voice-over…

Biography

David Yow is a multifaceted artist known for his dynamic performances both on and off screen. With a background in acting technique, improvisation, and writing, he seamlessly transitions between a variety of characters, captivating audiences through his on-camera presence and versatile voice-over work.

David appears alongside Kevin Bacon and Peter Dinklage in the new re-imagining of The Toxic Avenger, by Macon Blair. His break-out performance as Guthrie Stockins underlines his ability to collaborate with renowned actors and directors while delivering a cutting edge interpretation.

Throughout his career, Yow has shown his exceptional talent in an array of roles. In I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore, directed by Macon Blair, he portrays "Marshall" with Melanie Lynskey, Elijah Wood and Jane Levy in the cast. His acting has garnered significant attention and praise, and the film won Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

In the unanimously loved feature Dinner in America, by Adam Rehmeier, David's role serves as a strong contrast to the positivity of the rest of the picture. In Under the Silver Lake, directed by David Robert Mitchell, Yow's portrayal of "The Homeless King", with Andrew Garfield and Riley Keough, demonstrates his versatility in tackling unusual roles. His filmography includes a spectrum of characters, from sinister roles like a murderous fiend in Al's Beef, and All Roads Lead, to the considerate persona of a nurse in High & Outside or a retired jockey in Sunday Punch. He has also taken on enigmatic characters in films such as Southbound and Entertainment. His recent lead role in Free LSD, directed by Dimitri Coats, is hilarious and further cements David's formidable reputation in the entertainment world.

Beyond his acting career, David is renowned globally as the passionate lead singer of the legendary band The Jesus Lizard. Kurt Cobain cited Yow as a significant influence, resulting in a shared 7" record between The Jesus Lizard and Nirvana.

With an exciting future ahead, David Yow's artistic journey continues to evolve, both as an actor and musician.

Actor

Dawn of Don Damage Vol. 2+3(2027)as The O.B.D.
Still LifeStill Life(2024)as The Patron
Pull Over Right HerePull Over Right Here(2024)as Glen
The Skies Are WatchingThe Skies Are Watching(2024)as Rodney
A DesertA Desert(2024)as Harold Palladino

Producer

Dumb Numbers: Redrum(2013)

Thanks

King of CoolKing of Cool(2021)

Self

Butthole Surfers: The Hole Truth and Nothing ButtButthole Surfers: The Hole Truth and Nothing Butt(2025)as Self
The Jesus Lizard: Moto(r)The Jesus Lizard: Moto(r)(2024)as Self - Vocals
Cover Your EarsCover Your Ears(2023)as Self - The Jesus Lizard
We Got Soul: The Story of the Big Boys(2022)as Self
Kon-Tiki PodcastKon-Tiki Podcast(2020)as Self - Guest

Archive Footage

Movie Night ExtravaganzaMovie Night Extravaganza(2021)as Self

Known for

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David YowDevon Grey, Jane Levy, David Yow, Macon Blair, Elijah Wood and Melanie Lynskey on the set of I Don't Feel at Home in This World AnymoreDavid YowDavid YowDavid Yow as the Homeless King in Under The SilverlakeAn American In Texas

Credit Score: David Yow

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Eddie Sorvino
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#NameScoreYearWinNomKnownWinsNomsVotes
1Dinner in America3.7520217.50016180
2Under the Silver Lake2.5020196.50060742
3I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore2.5020176.90067601
4The Toxic Avenger2.3820255.90018019
5Southbound0.9520165.90023039
6Rattlesnake0.8020194.70010096