Jason Miller
Biography
Jason Miller was an American playwright and actor. Born on April 22, 1939, in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. Miller won the 1973 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Award for Best Play for his play That Championship Season. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The Exorcist, a role he reprised in The Exorcist III. Miller later became artistic director of the Scranton Public Theatre in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He is known for his work in the film industry, with 36 known credits. Miller passed away on May 13, 2001, at the age of 62.
Career overview
Jason Miller was an American actor. He is known for his role in the 1973 horror film The Exorcist, where he played the character Father Damien Karras. Miller reprised this role in The Exorcist III, released in 1990.
As an actor, Miller appeared in 36 known credits. He was born on April 22, 1939, in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. Miller passed away on May 13, 2001, at the age of 62.
Miller's acting career spanned multiple films and projects, with his most notable role being Father Damien Karras in The Exorcist and its sequel.
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Full Filmography
38 titles- Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- Legacy of Screams: The Evolution of Horror Movies (2025) as Self - (archive footage)
- Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) Post Production Supervisor
- Finding Home (2003) as Lester Brownlow
- Hellsing (2001)
- The Joe Spinell Story (2001) as Self
- That Championship Season (1999) Screenplay
- That Championship Season (1999) Theatre Play
- The Eternal (1998) as The Doctor
- The Fear of God: 25 Years of The Exorcist (1998) as Self - Father Karras
- Murdered Innocence (1996) as Det. Rollins
- Mommy (1995) as Lt. March
- Rudy (1993) as Coach Ara Parseghian
- Small Kill (1992) as Mikie
- The Exorcist III (1990) as Father Damien Karras / Patient X
- A Mother's Courage: The Mary Thomas Story (1989) Writer
- Light of Day (1987) as Benjamin Rasnick
- Deadly Care (1987) as Dr. Miles Keefer
- Toy Soldiers (1984) as Sarge
- A Touch of Scandal (1984) as Garrett Locke
- That Championship Season (1982) Director
- That Championship Season (1982) Screenplay
- Monsignor (1982) as Don Vito Appolini
- The Best Little Girl in the World (1981) as Clay Orlovsky
- The Ninth Configuration (1980) as Lt. Frankie Reno
- Reward (1980) Writer
- The Henderson Monster (1980) as Dr. Tom Henderson
- Marilyn: The Untold Story (1980) as Arthur Miller
- Vampire (1979) as John Rawlins
- The Dain Curse (1978) as Owen Fitzstephan
- The Devil's Advocate (1977) as Dr. Aldo Meyer
- A Dog Called... Vengeance (1977) as Aristides Ungria
- A Home of Our Own (1975) as Father William Wasson
- The Nickel Ride (1975) as Cooper
- F. Scott Fitzgerald in Hollywood (1975) as F. Scott Fitzgerald
- The Horror Hall of Fame: A Monster Salute (1974) as Self (archive footage)
- The Exorcist (1973) as Father Damien Karras
- Headed for Trouble as John
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jason Miller best known for?
Jason Miller is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders (2026), Independence Day: Resurgence (2016), Hellsing (2001), Rudy (1993).
When and where was Jason Miller born?
Jason Miller was born on April 22, 1939 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on May 13, 2001.
How many credits does Jason Miller have?
Jason Miller has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2026.
What is Jason Miller's background in cinema and television?
Jason Miller was an American playwright and actor. Born on April 22, 1939, in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. Miller won the 1973 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Award for Best Play for his play That Championship Season. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The...