
John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer. He co-founded The Lounge Lizards jazz ensemble, has acted in 19 films, including Stranger than Paradise and Down by Law, has composed and performed music for 20 television and film works, and produced, directed, and starred in the Fishing with John television series. In 1996 his soundtrack for Get Shorty was nominated for a Grammy Award, and his album The Legendary Marvin Pontiac: Greatest Hits has been praised by critics and musicians alike. Since 2000 Lurie has suffered from chronic Lyme disease and has focused his attention on painting.

Paris, Texas
1984 · as 'Slater'

The Last Temptation of Christ
1988 · as James, Apostle

Wild at Heart
1990 · as Sparky

Stranger Than Paradise
1984 · as Willie

Desperately Seeking Susan
1985 · as Neighbor Saxophonist

New Rose Hotel
1999 · as Distinguished Man

Blue in the Face
1995 · as Saxophone player

Down by Law
1986 · as Jack

Subway Riders
1981 · as The Saxophonist

Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain
2021 · as Self - Artist / Friend

Just Your Luck
1996 · as Coker

Permanent Vacation
1981 · as Sax Player

The Little Devil
1988 · as Cusatelli

TV Party
2005 · as Self

Blank City
2011 · as Self

Downtown '81
2001 · as Self

Sleepwalk
2000 · as Frank

The Offenders
1980 · as The Lizard