James Van Der Beek
Born: 1977-03-08
Birthplace: Cheshire, Connecticut, USA
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
Downsizing
Sidelined: The QB and Me
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
Sidelined 2: Intercepted
Labor Day
The Gates
The Rules of Attraction
Jay and Silent Bob Reboot
Power/Rangers
Top Movie Credits
Scary Movie
Dawson Leary (uncredited)
Downsizing
Anesthesiologist
Sidelined: The QB and Me
Leroy Lahey
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
James Van Der Beek
Sidelined 2: Intercepted
Leroy Lahey
Labor Day
Officer Treadwell
The Gates
Jacob
The Rules of Attraction
Sean Bateman
Power/Rangers
Writer