Arliss Howard
Actor · Writer · Since 1983
Known for
An American character actor from Independence, Missouri, Arliss Howard is admired for his subtle, thoughtful performances. He made a strong early impression as Private Cowboy in Stanley Kubrick's 'Full Metal Jacket' (1987) and appeared in 'The Lost World: Jurassic Park' (1997), later delivering fine work in films like 'Amistad' and the series 'Rubicon'. Also a writer and director, he brings quiet intelligence to his roles. A refined, understated American actor who favors depth over showiness.
Arliss Howard
Actor · Writer · Since 1983
38 Movies · 8 Series
An American character actor from Independence, Missouri, Arliss Howard is admired for his subtle, thoughtful performances. He made a strong early impression as Private Cowboy in Stanley Kubrick's 'Full Metal Jacket' (1987) and appeared in 'The Lost World: Jurassic Park' (1997), later delivering fine work in films like 'Amistad' and the series 'Rubicon'. Also a writer and director, he brings quiet intelligence to his roles. A refined, understated American actor who favors depth over showiness.
Movies
Plays John Henry
Moneyball
2011
Plays Pvt. Cowboy
Full Metal Jacket
1987
Plays Richard DeTamble
The Time Traveler's Wife
2009
Plays The Client - Claybourne
The Killer
2023
Plays Owen Traft
Natural Born Killers
1994
Plays Louis B. Mayer
Mank
2020
Plays Dr. Jonathan Neyer
Awake
2007
Plays Dr. Joseph Maroon
Concussion
2015
Plays Bob
Birth
2004
Plays Virgil
To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
1995
Plays Gregg Lindroff
Tequila Sunrise
1988
Plays Rev. Ephron Karlsson
The Thicket
2024
Plays Nick Dunbar
Plain Clothes
1988
Plays Luke Mullich
Dandelion
2004
Plays Charles Simon
Men Don't Leave
1990
Plays Shelby Foote
Butterfly in the Typewriter
Plays Dr. Mangold
Lapsis
2021
Plays John Cardoza
Johns
1996
Plays Joe
CrissCross
1992
Plays Paul Reverdy
A Map of the World
1999
Plays Bruce Lomann
Wet
1994
Director
Plays Barlow
Big Bad Love
2001
Director
Plays (segment "Still Life")
With/In Volume 2
2021
Plays Maxwell
Ruby
1992
Plays Wilder
Wilder Napalm
1993
Plays Ed Bricker
The Ladies Club
1986
Plays John C. Calhoun
Amistad
1997
Plays Bruce Lomann (segment 'Wet')
Tales of Erotica
1996
Plays Mikey's Uncle
Weapons
2007
Plays Eddie
The Lightship
1985
Plays Diana's Father
The Boy Downstairs
2018
Plays Ivan
The Lesser Evil
1998
Plays Scott Stuart
The Prodigal
1983
Plays Peter
Sylvester
1985
Plays Victor
Over/Under
2013
Plays Peter Ludlow
The Lost World: Jurassic Park
1997
TV Shows
Plays Kale Ingram
Rubicon
2010
Plays Earl Embry
Manhunt
2017
Plays Truman Burrell
True Blood
2008
Director
Plays Captain Kenneth Push
Medium
2005
Plays Kenneth Parnell
I Know My First Name Is Steven
1989
Plays (segment "Kentucky Rye")
The Twilight Zone
1985
Plays J.J. Taylor
Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951
Plays Larry
Mr. Corman
2021
Latest Trailers
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The Thicket
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The Thicket
Rev. Ephron Karlsson
2024
The Killer
The Client - Claybourne
2023
Mr. Corman
Larry
2021Season 1
With/In Volume 2
(segment "Still Life")
2021
Lapsis
Dr. Mangold
2021
Mank
Louis B. Mayer
2020
The Boy Downstairs
Diana's Father
2018
Manhunt
Earl Embry · 10 episodes
2017–
Concussion
Dr. Joseph Maroon
2015
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Arliss Howard and where are they from?
Arliss Howard is 72 years old, born on October 18, 1954 in Independence, Missouri, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Arliss Howard?
Arliss Howard is best known for roles in Full Metal Jacket, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Moneyball.
How many movies has Arliss Howard been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Arliss Howard has appeared in 38 movies and 8 TV shows.
What was Arliss Howard's first movie?
The career of Arliss Howard began with The Prodigal (1983).
What is Arliss Howard's most recent movie or series?
Arliss Howard's most recent release is The Thicket, which premiered on September 5, 2024.
What TV shows has Arliss Howard appeared in?
On television, Arliss Howard has appeared in True Blood, Medium, Manhunt, The Twilight Zone.
Arliss Howard
1954-10-18 · Independence, Missouri, USA
Arliss Howard (born Leslie Richard Howard; October 18, 1954) is an American actor, writer and film director.Arliss Howard, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.