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Paul Lazar
Paul Lazar is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Miami Vice, Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Third Watch.
Biography
Paul Lazar is an American actor, director, and teacher. As an actor he is best known for his collaborations with Jonathan Demme, having appeared in six of Demme’s films including The Silence of the Lambs (1991). In addition to his film work, he is co-founder of Big Dance Theatre and an associate member of The Wooster Group, and currently teaches theater at Harvard.
Known for
Filmography
- 2021Lisey's StoryThomas Fenton
- 2005Law & Order: Trial by JuryDave Baker
- 2003Queens Supreme
- 2001Law & Order: Criminal IntentDonald
- 2000WonderlandWillie Watches
- 1999Law & Order: Special Victims UnitSid Gabbert
- 1999Third WatchErik
- 1993The Adventures of Pete & PeteBob Oppenheimer
- 1984Miami ViceDavid Sugarman
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Paul Lazar been in?
Paul Lazar is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Miami Vice, Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Third Watch.
Updated: November 1, 2026 ·