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Jay O. Sanders
Jay O. Sanders, born Jay Olcutt Sanders on April 16, 1953, is a renowned American actor, recognized for his work in film, theatre, and television, as well as being an accomplished playwright. He has a rich history of appearing in off-Broadway productions at The Public Theatre, earning him the prestigious Drama Desk Award and a New York Drama Critics' Circle Award. His notable stage performances include productions like Henry V, Sam Shepard's Buried Child, and Loose Ends. He has graced the Broadway stage in productions including Purlie Victorious, The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial, and Saint Joan amongst others.
Jay made his screen debut with the comedy, Starting Over, in 1979. Since then, he has given memorable performances in films like Cross Creek, Tucker: The Man and His Dream, and Revolutionary Road. Jay's TV work is no less impressive, having recurrent roles in notable series like Law & Order: Criminal Intent, The Good Wife, and Person of Interest. In addition to his live performances and screen appearances, Sanders has also served as a narrator for programs such as Wide Angle, Nova, and Secrets of the Dead. His remarkable work in film and television is well complemented by his strong stage presence, marking him as an all-rounded performer who has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry for over four decades.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Jay Olcutt Sanders
Born: Austin, Texas, U.S.
Citizenship: U.S.
Birthday: April 16, 1953
Occupations: Actor, Playwright
Years Active: 1979-present
Children: 1
Spouses: Maryann Plunkett
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Movies Featuring Jay O. Sanders
When You Finish Saving the World
Daylight
Angels in the Outfield
Mr. Destiny
Starting Over
His Three Daughters
Riddles of the Sphinx
The Jewel
Adventures in Plymptoons!
NOVA: Secrets of the Viking Sword
NOVA: Cold Case JFK
I’m Coming Over
NOVA: Who Killed Lindbergh’s Baby?
NOVA: Ground Zero Supertower
Inside Einstein’s Mind: The Enigma of Space and Time
NOVA: Life’s Rocky Start
NOVA: First Face of America
NOVA: Prediction by the Numbers
Dawn of Humanity
NOVA: Iceman Reborn
DC Noir
NOVA: Decoding da Vinci
Picnic
My Husband’s Double Life
The Last Brickmaker in America
NOVA: The Great Math Mystery
Boss of Bosses
D.C. Sniper: 23 Days of Fear
Salem Witch Trials
The Valley of Light
Widows
Abby Singer
NOVA: Judgement Day - Intelligent Design on Trial
Wedding Daze
Greetings from the Shore
V.I. Warshawski
The Day Christ Died
Hanky Panky
Living Proof: The Hank Williams Jr. Story
Meeting Venus
Eddie Macon’s Run
The Misfit Brigade
The Prince of Pennsylvania
Glory
Defenseless
Cross Creek
Cold Sassy Tree
Defenseless
Cross Creek
Cold Sassy Tree
State of Emergency
Kiss of Death
The Scarlet Letter
Silver Strand
Earthly Possessions
The Jack Bull
The Undying
Three Wishes
Down Came a Blackbird
The Odd Couple II
Hostages
Outrage
The Secret Life of Girls
My Boyfriend’s Back
Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch
The Matchmaker
Career Timeline
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2024
His Three Daughters
Vincent
Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch
Ol' Cap'n Cotchipee
2015
Inside Einstein’s Mind: The Enigma of Space and Time
Narrator (voice)
Dawn of Humanity
Narrator (voice)
NOVA: The Great Math Mystery
Narrator (voice)
2013
NOVA: Cold Case JFK
Narrator (voice)
NOVA: Who Killed Lindbergh’s Baby?
Narrator (voice)
NOVA: Ground Zero Supertower
Self - Narrator (voice)
2007
The Valley of Light
Howard
NOVA: Judgement Day - Intelligent Design on Trial
Narrator (voice)
Greetings from the Shore
Commodore Callaghan
2001
My Husband’s Double Life
Patrick Hennessy Welsh
The Last Brickmaker in America
Mike Potter
Boss of Bosses
Joseph O'Brien
1995
Kiss of Death
Federal Agent
Silver Strand
Lucas Hughes
Three Wishes
Coach Schramka
Down Came a Blackbird
Jan Talbeck
1991
V.I. Warshawski
Murray Ryerson
Meeting Venus
Stephen Taylor
Defenseless
Bull Dozer
Defenseless
Bull Dozer
1989
Glory
Gen. George Crockett Strong
Cold Sassy Tree
Clayton McAllister
Cold Sassy Tree
Clayton McAllister
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