Jack Nance
Biography
Marvin John Nance (December 21, 1943 – December 30, 1996), known professionally as Jack Nance and occasionally credited as John Nance, was an American actor of stage and screen, primarily starring in offbeat or avant-garde productions. He was known for his work with director David Lynch, particularly for his roles in Eraserhead, Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
Eraserhead
as Henry Spencer
1977
Lost Highway
as Phil
1997
Blue Velvet
as Paul
1986
Tricks of the Trade
as Al
1988
Dune
as Nefud
1984
Barfly
as Detective
1987
Whore
as Man Who Helps Liz
1991
Little Witches
as Father Michael
1996
Meatballs 4: To the Rescue
as Neil Peterson
1992
The Hot Spot
as Julian Ward
1990
Pretty as a Picture: The Art of David Lynch
as Self
1997
Love and a .45
as Justice Thurman
1994
City Heat
as Aram Strossell
1984
Ghoulies
as Wolfgang
1985
Motorama
as Motel Clerk
1991
Colors
as Officer Samuels
1988
I Don't Know Jack
as Self
2002
Eraserhead Stories
as Self / Henry Spencer (archive footage)
2001
Bushman
as Felix
1971
Jump
as Ace
1971
