John Lurie

Biography

John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer. He co-founded The Lounge Lizards jazz ensemble, has acted in 19 films, including Stranger than Paradise and Down by Law, has composed and performed music for 20 television and film works, and produced, directed, and starred in the Fishing with John television series. In 1996 his soundtrack for Get Shorty was nominated for a Grammy Award, and his album The Legendary Marvin Pontiac: Greatest Hits has been praised by critics and musicians alike. Since 2000 Lurie has suffered from chronic Lyme disease and has focused his attention on painting.

Known For

SpongeBob SquarePants

as Fisherman

Paris, Texas

as 'Slater'

Wild at Heart

as Sparky

The Last Temptation of Christ

as James, Apostle

Down by Law

as Jack

Stranger Than Paradise

as Willie

Desperately Seeking Susan

as Neighbor Saxophonist

The Little Devil

as Cusatelli

Permanent Vacation

as Sax Player

Blue in the Face

as Saxophone player