Laurence Harlan Jacobs

Laurence is a writer, director, and producer.

Born and raised in LA, Laurence has directed an eclectic mix of original short films and music videos starring incredible actors: Alexandra Daddario (“The White Lotus”), Jack Quaid  (“The Boys”), and the legendary Steve Martin. He's also directed videos for GRAMMY-winners Common and Iggy Pop, as well as indie musicians Andrew Bird, Valerie June, and Grace Potter.

For CCR’s 50th anniversary, Laurence helmed the first-ever music video to their iconic song "Have You Ever Seen The Rain”. Filmed in Montana, the video has 566+ million views to date. He also directed the official video for Norman Greenbaum's 1969 hit "Spirit in the Sky". Starring Conor Sherry (HAPPY GILMORE 2) and Abby Ryder Fortson (ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, MARGARET), the coming of age story follows two rebel teenagers on a magical day in LA. 

In 2026, Laurence premiered his new short drama DON'T BE SHY - based on his own true story.

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