JAKE GYLLENHAAL (Jimmy Livingston) is perhaps best known for his heartwarming performance in director Joe Johnston’s critically acclaimed "October Sky." He will soon be seen starring as the title character in the fantasy feature "Donnie Darko," co-starring Drew Barrymore, Jena Malone and Noah Wyle. The film is scheduled for release by Newmarket in October. He recently wrapped "The Good Girl" for director Miguel Arteta ("Chuck & Buck") opposite Jennifer Aniston. He will also appear in Touchstone Pictures’ "Baby’s In Black" (tentative title), starring with Dustin Hoffman, Susan Sarandon and Holly Hunter.
Among Gyllenhaal’s upcoming films are Good Machines’ "Untitled Nicole Hollofcener Project," a comedy starring Catherine Keener and Brenda Blethyn; and "Highway," a story of self-discovery in which he stars opposite Jared Leto and Selma Blair.
Previously, he appeared in "Josh and S.A.M." and in "Dangerous Women" with Debra Winger. He also played Billy Crystal’s son in the hit film "City Slickers," and Robin Williams’ son in the highly acclaimed "Bop Gun" episode of the television series "Homicide: Life on the Streets."
Gyllenhaal attended Columbia University and currently resides in Los Angeles.
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