David Yow

David Yow

64 · Born: Aug 2, 1960

2008

Personal Details

BornAug 2, 1960 Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Biography

David Yow is a multifaceted artist known for his dynamic performances both on and off screen, showcasing his versatility 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, directed by Macon Blair, where he delivers a break-out performance as Guthrie Stockins, underlining his ability to collaborate with renowned actors and directors while delivering a cutting-edge interpretation.

Throughout his career, Yow has demonstrated 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" alongside Melanie Lynskey, Elijah Wood, and Jane Levy, garnering significant attention and praise, with the film winning the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

In the widely acclaimed feature Dinner in America, directed 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" alongside Andrew Garfield and Riley Keough, showcases 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 solidifies 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, with Kurt Cobain citing 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, showcasing his multifaceted talents and versatility in the entertainment industry.

Career

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2025
A Desert
A Desert as Harold Palladino
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The Toxic Avenger
The Toxic Avenger as Guthrie Stockins
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2024
Bliss
Bliss as Pizza dude
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Still Life
Still Life as The Patron
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2023
Free LSD
Free LSD as The Boner Doctor
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2022
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2020
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2019
Rattlesnake
Rattlesnake as Charlie
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2018
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Under the Silver Lake
Under the Silver Lake as Homeless King
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2017
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An American in Texas
An American in Texas as Detective Crenshaw
{"id":101526,"title":"Bleed","year":"2016","character":"Deputy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bleed-2016","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_101526.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_101526.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Bleed
Bleed as Deputy
{"id":36339,"title":"Too Late","year":"2016","character":"Arthur","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/too-late","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5d59j463rdg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5d59j463rdg0.jpg"},"released":1}
Too Late
Too Late as Arthur
{"id":83879,"title":"Southbound","year":"2015","character":"Danny","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/southbound","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3rot53rfs720.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3rot53rfs720.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Southbound
Southbound as Danny
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Entertainment
Entertainment as Party Host
{"id":188698,"title":"Moments the Go","year":"2014","character":"Tom","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/moments-the-go","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_188698.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_188698.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
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{"id":194779,"title":"All Roads Lead","year":"2013","character":"Paul Keller","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/all-roads-lead","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_194779.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_194779.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
All Roads Lead
All Roads Lead as Paul Keller
{"id":16701,"title":"Fully Loaded","year":"2011","character":"David - bartender","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fully-loaded","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_16701.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_16701.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Fully Loaded
Fully Loaded as David - bartender
{"id":265079,"title":"Sunday Punch","year":"2010","character":"Arthur","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sunday-punch-2010","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_265079.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_265079.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
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Big Money Rustlas
Big Money Rustlas as Piano Player
{"id":172880,"title":"Bullet on a Wire","year":"1998","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bullet-on-a-wire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_172880.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_172880.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
{"id":197987,"title":"Walls in the City","year":"1994","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/walls-in-the-city","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_197987.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_197987.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
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2025
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2019
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2016
{"id":37090,"title":"Records Collecting Dust","year":"2015","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/records-collecting-dust","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_37090.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_37090.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
{"id":20388,"title":"Breadcrumb Trail","year":"2014","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/breadcrumb-trail","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_20388.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_20388.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
{"id":42501,"title":"Fix: The Ministry Movie","year":"2011","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fix-the-ministry-movie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_42501.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_42501.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
{"id":48798,"title":"Jesus Lizard: Live","year":"2007","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jesus-lizard-live","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48798.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48798.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":56886,"title":"Out of the Loop","year":"1997","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/out-of-the-loop","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56886.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56886.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
{"id":50540,"title":"The Offspring Complete Music Video Collection","year":"2005","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-offspring-complete-music-video-collection","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_50540.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_50540.jpg"},"released":1}
2005