Biography
David Alexander Hess (September 19, 1936 – October 7, 2011) was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and director. He came to prominence for his portrayals of murderous villain characters in several films in the 1970s and 1980s such as The Last House on the Left (1972).
Acted in 29
2020s
- 2024
Ragtime, The Musical: All-Star Reunion Concert
Admiral Robert Peary / Stanford White
2010s
- 2014
2000s
- 2009
- 2007
Fallen Angels
Kajal
- 2006
The Absence of Light
Whiplash
- 2005
Zodiac Killer
Mel Navokov
- 2004
Zombie Nation
Aaron Singer III
- 2002
Tales That'll Tear Your Heart Out
(uncredited)
1990s
- 1997
We Are Angels
Captain Manuel Delgado · 5 episodes
- 1995
Jonathan of the Bears
Maddock
- 1991
Die Kaltenbach-Papiere
Ibi · 1 episode
Buck at the Edge of Heaven
Dan
Murder in Blue Light
Sergeant Flanagan
1980s
- 1989
Oceano
Justo · 6 episodes
- 1988
Maybe Baby
Maître
- 1986
Let's Get Harry
Mercenary
- 1983
White Star
Frank
- 1982
- 1980
House on the Edge of the Park
Alex
1970s
- 1979
Avalanche Express
Geiger
- 1977
- 1976
Montana Trap
Sleeve
The Swiss Conspiracy
Sando, Hit Man
- 1972
Sound 4
2000s
- 2009
1990s
- 1991
Buck at the Edge of Heaven
Original Music Composer
1970s
- 1975
The Fireworks Woman
Songs
- 1972
Directed 1
1980s
- 1980
Produced 1
2000s
- 2004
Zombie Nation
Executive Producer
Appearances8
2010s
- 2013
Roland Klick: The Heart Is a Hungry Hunter
Himself
- 2012
Debris Documentar
Himself
- 2011
American Grindhouse
Himself
2000s
- 2003
Celluloid Crime of the Century
Self
- 2002
It's Only a Movie: The Making of 'Last House on the Left'
Self
- 2000
The American Nightmare
Self
Fear, Panic & Censorship
Self (archive footage)
