Biography

Jodi Lynn Thomas is an award-winning actress and producer known for her fearless performances, particularly in indie horror. A Las Vegas native, she studied at the Las Vegas Academy of Visual and Performing Arts before earning a B.F.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of Northern Colorado. She has trained with esteemed coaches such as Clark Middleton, Leigh Kilton-Smith, and at the Upright Citizens Brigade.

She gained recognition for her lead role in the cult horror film The Creep Behind The Camera, which earned a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. She has played starring roles opposite Tony Todd (Candyman), Basil Hoffman (Ordinary People), and Tony Goldwyn (Outlaw Prophet: Warren Jeffs), as well as sharing the screen with Josh Hartnett, Natalie Portman, and Kyra Sedgwick.

Her recent work includes a key role in CW’s Walker: Independence, scenes with Tina Fey and Jon Hamm in Maggie Moore(s) (directed by John Slattery), and a lead in the psychological thriller Behind The Yellow House (produced by Brendan Fehr), where she plays a fragile housewife trapped in a dangerous cult.

Beyond acting, Jodi is a rising filmmaker. Her dark comedy pilot Willa, which she co-directed and wrote, has earned finalist honors at Your Script Produced (2019) and Austin Comedy Film Festival (2022).

Critical Acclaim:

“Jodi Lynn Thomas is the emotional center of the film, delivering a subtle and powerful performance.” — Ovarit

“She stays believable throughout, carrying the most developed character arc.” — Imagine Film Festival

“She very much elevated the movie.” — Ernie Farino (The Terminator, The Abyss)