Quick Facts
Born:
1977-03-08
Birthplace:
Cheshire, Connecticut, USA
Credits:
91 Total Roles
James Van Der Beek
Acting
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Biography
James Van Der Beek (March 8, 1977 – February 11, 2026) was an American actor best known for his role as Dawson Leary on the television series Dawson's Creek.
Known For
Scary Movie
Dawson Leary (uncredited)
How I Met Your Mother
Simon Tremblay
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Sean Albert
Downsizing
Anesthesiologist
Criminal Minds
Tobias Hankel
Modern Family
Bo Johnson
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
James Van Der Beek (uncredited)
Labor Day
Officer Treadwell
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Gates MOVIE | Jacob |
| 2025 | Sidelined 2: Intercepted MOVIE | Leroy Lahey |
| 2025 | Overcompensating TV | Charlie |
| 2025 | Sidelined: The QB and Me MOVIE | Leroy Lahey |
| 2024 | The Real Full Monty MOVIE | Self |
| 2022 | The Jennifer Hudson Show TV | Self |
| 2021 | Bad Hair MOVIE | Grant Madison |
| 2021 | Fast Foodies TV | Self |
| 2021 | Walker TV | New Neighbour |
| 2020 | All-Time Favorite NFL Players Named by Celebrities, Players, and Coaches MOVIE | Self |