Production
David Gere
EN, UK cinema · 119 credits
Born
15 February 1975 (age 51)
Birthplace
Cromwell, Connecticut, USA
Also known as DG · David James Gere
David James Gere grew up in the small town of Cromwell, CT. His mother and sister were tragically killed in a mysterious drowning accident when he was very young. His father, James, an educator, later married Veronica Gere, who raised him. An outstanding student, Gere graduated from Providence College in Rhode Island (1997), receiving a BA in Political Science and a Minor in Film Studies. Early on, David began modeling and working on both sides of the camera in films and commercials. Despite a European print campaign for GUESS Jeans (1997), David was more inspired by acting and filmmaking. He soon began a run of short films, documentaries, and music videos (MTV2) that were critically well-received. He developed a relationship with the emerging Rhode Island directors, Michael Corrente and Peter Farrelly, and got his first acting break in Outside Providence (1999), a film which Peter and his brother Bobby Farrelly produced and Corrente directed. In 2006, David appeared in Rocky Balboa, which he cites as a significant turning point, having been directed by his childhood hero, Sylvester Stallone. In 2007, David appeared on the CW Network's hit show Gossip Girl as Frank Meltzer. David is also an experienced stuntman, having performed stunts in The Dark Knight (2008) as one of Bane's Mercenaries. After working closely with professional wrestling legend Tommy Dreamer on the horror movie set of Army Of The Damned (2013), David began a career in the squared circle. Under Dreamer's guidance, Gere began performing as the villainous heel manager, DG Haven. The character has a cult level following, and is established in major promotions throughout North America. David is currently continuing his acting career, and is a producing partner for several major production companies including Verdi Productions and Woodhaven Media. Gere launched his new production company, Shadow Vale Productions in 2018. David Gere resides in Connecticut, where he owns several nightlife venues. David is also an accomplished abstract painter, his pieces have appeared in various films, and his work has been commissioned by celebrity peers. David is very devoted to charitable causes for children, ranging from The United Way, to local organizations, including his own youth mentor program. He often credits his focus for helping young people, along with his drive and desire to create, to the difficult loss he experienced as a boy.
Known for
Filmography
Hard Luck
as Trace, Producer
Day for Night
as James Vara, Story, Producer
The Getter
as Det. Morrison, Producer, Casting Producer
The Ultimate Bro Challenge
as Ross Bronson
Site HA-48
as Police Detective, Producer
She Listens Alone
as Darren, Producer, Stunt Coordinator
Credible
Director, Producer, Writer
Midnight
Midnight
Producer
Inspired: The Amari Spievey Story
Producer, Writer
Avery's Sin
Producer, Casting Director
Five Times Thirty-Eight
Story, Producer
Streetwise
Producer
USA Motel
Story, Producer
Bad Blood
Producer
The Book of Alan
Producer
Watch Me
Watch Me
Producer
Friday Night Lies
Producer
Capps Crossing: Wrong Side of Dead
Executive Producer
Love on the Vineyard
2026
Love on the Vineyard
Additional Casting, Producer
Fog of War
as Sergeant Collins, Casting, Stunts, Associate Producer
A Deadly Destination
as Detective Burke, Producer
A Deadly Ride
as Husband, Producer
Seclusion
Producer, Stunt Coordinator
Riff Raff
Production Consultant
Kreaster
Producer
Junction
Co-Producer, Casting
Held Hostage in My House
Associate Producer
Chosen Family
Co-Producer, Extras Casting, Stunt Coordinator
Bloodline Killer
Co-Producer
My Acting Coach Nightmare
Executive Producer
Knockout Blonde: The Kellie Maloney Story
Extras Casting, Additional Casting
Sins of the Bride
Producer, Stunt Coordinator
The Featherweight
as Television Director
Midnight Hustle
as Stagehand, Producer, Additional Casting
Secrets at the Museum
as Stephen Mason, Casting Director, Producer
Johnny & Clyde
as Alana Guard, Executive Producer, Stunts, Casting
Sins of the Preacher’s Wife
as Officer #1, Executive Producer
Alarmed
as Coltrane, Producer, Stunts, Extras Casting, Location Manager, Casting Producer
Quid Games
Producer, Casting Director
Love Don’t Fade Away
Producer, Casting Producer
Blood Harvest
Producer
My Father Muhammad Ali
Executive Producer
Junkyard Dogs
as Mr. Crause, Producer, Casting Director
Tales from the Other Side
as Cop, Producer
Damon's Revenge
as Mr. Greene, Producer, Director, Stunt Coordinator, Casting Director, Writer, Story
Drowning in Secrets
as Quinn Baker, Producer, Casting Director
Jurassic Tale
Executive Producer
Merry Ex-Mas
Casting, Producer
Mr. Birthday
as Zany Basketball Dad, Casting, Executive Producer
Burial Ground Massacre
as Mr. Greene, Writer, Casting Director, Stunt Coordinator, Producer, Director
Ignition
as The Driver, Executive Producer, Writer
Circle of Bones
Executive Producer
You Are My Home
Executive Producer
Unlocked
Thanks
My Adventures with Santa
as Customer with Christmas Tree, Producer, Stunts, Casting
Vault
Executive Producer, Casting
Alien Warfare
Producer, Casting Director
Black Wake
as Agent Johnson, Associate Producer, Stunts, Casting
Honor Amongst Men
as FBI Agent surveillance
A Dangerous Date
Executive Producer
The Manor
Executive Producer, Casting
Pitching Tents
as Mike The Cop, Producer, Casting
After School Special
as Tyler Lavey, Associate Producer, Stunts
The Assault
as Declan, Producer, Stunts, Casting Producer
Saving Christmas
as DG Haven, Producer, Casting Director, Stunts
Blood Circus
as Stevie, Producer, Stunts, Casting Director, Casting
Love's a Killer: Rellik's Revenge
as Trent Dorfman, Consulting Producer
David's Dinosaur
Associate Producer
Altitude
Associate Producer
Pinwheel
as Detective Damian, Stunts, Producer, Casting Producer
Arlo: The Burping Pig
as Dale the Jogger, Executive Producer, Stunts
Wishing for a Dream
as Mika's Agent (voice)
Bleed for This
as Scott Pryor (uncredited), Associate Producer, Casting
Wired for Sound
as Pizza Guy
The Horde
Associate Producer, Casting, Thanks
Christmas All Over Again
Producer, Casting Director
Roommate Wanted
2016
Roommate Wanted
Associate Producer, Casting
Buddy Hutchins
as Don, Associate Producer, Casting, Stunts
Grandpa's Psycho
as Ted, Associate Producer
Almost Mercy
as Mr. James, Producer, Casting
Sensory Perception
as Ricky, Producer, Casting Director, Stunts
An Inappropriate Affect
as Dutch, Stunts, Co-Producer
The Opposite Sex
as Gay Man #3, Executive Producer, Casting
Penance
as Priest, Stunts, Producer
Self Storage
as Doc, Executive Producer, Stunts, Casting
Army of the Damned
as Agent Colton, Producer, Stunts, Casting, Casting Director
Infected
as Survivor Dad, Co-Producer
Chilling Visions: 5 Senses of Fear
Associate Producer, Casting, Extras Casting
The Devil's Dozen
Associate Producer
Officer Down
Co-Producer, Stunts
Loosies
as Victim in Subway (uncredited)
Visiting Grandpa
2012
Visiting Grandpa
Co-Producer, Casting
Remains
as Vitale
The Son of No One
Location Assistant
Inkubus
Co-Producer
Burial Boys
as Anchor Trent Dorffman, Thanks
Pistol Whipped
as Arresting officer (uncredited)
What Just Happened
Stunts, Set Decoration
Rocky Balboa
as Patron at Adrian's (uncredited)
War of the Worlds
as Survivor (uncredited), Stunts
Outside Providence
as Student in Closet (uncredited), Stunt Double
Code of Ethics
Set Decoration, Assistant Art Director, First Assistant Director