Best known for an array of roles in TV & Film – from defense attorney “Burt Knox”” in Apple TV’s Defending Jacob to sly sports recruiter “”John Epps”” in Marvel’s hit Netflix series Luke Cage. A self proclaimed movie addict, Ian always knew he wanted to work in the entertainment industry. Though first behind the scenes; studying film at Emerson College and marrying the love of his life in NYC, Ian delved into the world of film and TV production in Los Angeles. After a few years behind the scenes, Ian soon realized that he was better suited for the other side of the camera – where he continues to work and thrive today. A father of two amazing teen boys, Ian and his family enjoy life in the suburbs, but are always up for a new adventure. Ian attributes his most exhilarating acting experience to acting opposite Robert Downey Jr.’s “”Hank”” in Warner Brothers’ The Judge.”
Ian Lyons
Movies
Namaste
Told through the eyes of multiple couples, a story of interconnectedness unfolds as Chrysta opens herself to the possibility of love. Brief encounters reveal the invisible current that eventually leads to the moment she lays eyes on her future. Interweaving natural elements and surroundings, Namaste takes you on a moving…
Fun Facts
At Ian's callback audition for "Colin Mitchell"" in CBS' Madam Secretary
Quotes
The opportunity (the audition) is the cake. Anything beyond that is simply the icing (the callback, the booking, the paycheck, the residuals, the nomination, the award...). Needless to say, the more icing there is, the sweeter it is, but I'm more than willing to take my icingless cake and eat it too.