Welcome to the fan site where we celebrate the career of the three time Daytime Emmy nominated actor, Van Hansis!!! We can't wait to see Van acting again and will report any legitimate news of his projects or appearances on this page. Stay tuned for updates.
Van's News
In September 2011, Van filmed, “Wedding Day”, a short film directed by Peter Sterling. The film is listed as "completed" at this time. We'll post any news of its release as soon as it becomes available. We can't wait!
“Occupant”, Van’s first feature length film, was released in October 2011 following a special screening of the film in New York City at the Gotham Film Festival. It is available on Netflix (see below), on Amazon, and on VOD in some areas.
Van also has made guest appearances on primetime series.
He first appeared on USA Network’s “Psych” in October 2011 on the episode called “This Episode Sucks”. In November 2011, Van had a terrific role as a Russian assassin on the CW’s “Nikita. The episode was called “Clawback”. In February 2012, Van portrayed a fashion designer on CBS’s very popular show “The Mentalist” on the episode “Red is the New Black.”
In February 2012, Van filmed a short web skit, "My Kid Sister," which has been posted on "Funny or Die" and currently has a rating of 81% funny.
In November 2012, Van began filming an independent web series, "EastSiders." The series has since received much press attention and critical acclaim. Two episodes of the series aired in December 2012. A kickstarter campaign was launched, and seven more episodes will be filmed beginning in Febriary 2013.
In December 2012, Van was also filming a feature film, "Devil May Call," which is scheduled to be released in March 2013.
Van Hansis Demo Reel from SMS TALENT