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Jesse Eisenberg

Also Credited As: Jesse Adam Eisenberg

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BIO

He has received numerous accolades, including nominations for an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, and a Golden Globe Award.



Eisenberg made his television debut with the short-lived comedy-drama series Get Real (1999–2000). Following his first leading role in the film Roger Dodger (2002), he starred in films such as The Squid and the Whale (2005), Adventureland (2009) and Zombieland (2009). He gained wider recognition for starring as Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in David Fincher's film The Social Network (2010), for which he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor. Eisenberg then starred in the Woody Allen films To Rome with Love (2012) and Café Society (2016), the heist films Now You See Me (2013) and its 2016 sequel, and independent dramas such as The Double (2013).

He portrayed Lex Luthor in the superhero film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). He also voiced Blu in the animated films Rio (2011) and Rio 2 (2014). In 2022, he starred in the FX / Hulu miniseries Fleishman Is in Trouble and made his film directorial debut with the black comedy When You Finish Saving the World. He has since directed, written, and starred in A Real Pain (2024).

Eisenberg has contributed pieces to The New Yorker and McSweeney's websites. He has written and starred in three plays for the New York stage: Asuncion, The Revisionist, and The Spoils. He released his first book, Bream Gives Me Hiccups: and Other Stories in 2015.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2016
Ben


[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere New Group Production, 2015


[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2013
David


[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2011
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
2007
Billy


Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Playwright
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Writer

Writing

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Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jesse Eisenberg, The Revisionist

Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jesse Eisenberg, Asuncion

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News


UPTOWN EXPRESS Adds Show Dates At Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2025

Uptown Express, a new play written by Kevin Cheng has announced three additional show dates at the 2025 Chain Theatre Summer One-Act Festival. Tickets are available through the Chain Theatre website.
A TEST OF TASTE Returns at Chain Theatre Summer One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2025

A Test of Taste, a one-act play by Kendra Jones, is set to return to New York City this month. The production will be presented as part of the Chain Theatre's Summer One-Act Play Festival at the Chain Theatre
The 24 Hour Plays Reveals Company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

The 24 Hour Plays revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC. Learn more about the events taking place in July and see how to attend!
UPTOWN EXPRESS to Debut At Chain Theater Summer One-Act Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025

Uptown Express, a new play written by Kevin Cheng will premiere at the Chain Theatre this July as part of the 2025 Summer One-Act Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 17, 2025

Hosted by The Voice of the Mets Colin Cosell, The 24 Hour Musicals were just held yesterday, June 16, at the Lynn F. Angelson Theatre. This intensive theatrical endeavor lets artists write, rehearse and perform four new musicals in just 24 hours. Check out photos from inside the big night!  
Chain Theatre’s Summer One-Act Festival Returns In July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

Chain Theatre’s Summer One-Act Festival will return to Midtown Manhattan from July 10 through August 2, 2025, transforming its home at 312 W. 36th Street (3rd & 4th floors) into a high-energy theatrical mixtape.
Cynthia Erivo Threw Snacks Into the Tony Awards Audience During Commercial Breaks
by Michael Major - Jun 10, 2025

Cynthia Erivo had snacks ready for hungry Tony Award nominees and audience members during commercial breaks. A new video shows the Wicked star walking through the audience at Radio City with baskets of snacks.
The 78th Tony Awards Draw Largest Audience in 6 Years with 4.85 Million Viewers
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025

The 2025 Tony Awards achieved 4.85 million viewers, marking the largest Tony Awards audience since 2019. Winners included Maybe Happy Ending, Sunset Blvd., Buena Vista Social Club, Purpose, Kara Young, and more.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, Lin-Manuel Miranda and More to Present at the Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

Tony Award Productions has revealed the lineup of stars set to present at 78th Annual Tony Awards. Learn more about the awards ceremony here and see how to tune in!
Rachel Dratch, Abigail Breslin and More to Join THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has revealed additional artists scheduled to participate in this year’s The 24 Hour Musicals, including Rachel Dratch and more. See who is starring and learn how to attend!
Michael R. Jackson, Bebe Neuwirth And More Return For The 24 Hour Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2025

The 24 Hour Musicals will take place on Monday June 16, 2025 at 7pm at the Lynn F. Angelson Theatre. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets here!
Video: NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON’T Trailer Debuts Featuring Jesse Eisenberg
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2025

Lionsgate has dropped the first trailer for Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, the highly anticipated third film in the popular franchise. Watch the trailer now!
2025 CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL to Open in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Chain Theatre has opened submissions for the prestigious 2025 CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL. Learn more about the festival coming to New York this summer!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 16, 2025
by - Apr 16, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 16, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Bernadette Peters, Halle Bailey, & More Join Jesse Eisenberg Musical Comedy
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

Broadway legend Bernadette Peters, The Little Mermaid star Halle Bailey, and Havana Rose Liu are joining Jesse Eisenberg's new original musical comedy.
Photos: Stars Arrive at GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2025

Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of OPERATION MINCEMEAT
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical officially opened at the Golden Theatre last week. BroadwayWorld was there for the star-studded guest arrivals, which included Jesse Eisenberg, Samuel L. Jackson, Lorna Luft, Dylan Mulvaney and many more. Check out photos here!
Video: Watch Cynthia Erivo React to Message From Former Theater Teacher
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025

In a new clip from Countdown to the Oscars with Robin Roberts: A Special Edition of 20/20, Wicked star Cynthia Erivo receives a special video message from a former theater teacher who taught the performer as a teenager. Watch the clip here!
ABC News Details Special Coverage of the 97th Oscars
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 25, 2025

ABC News has announced special coverage of the 97th Oscars, including a primetime special, “Countdown to the Oscars with Robin Roberts: A Special Edition of 20/20,” to air Friday, Feb. 28, at 8 p.m. EST/PST on ABC, and stream the next day on Hulu.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jesse Eisenberg been in?

Jesse Eisenberg has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Jesse Eisenberg been in?

Jesse Eisenberg has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Jesse Eisenberg's first West End show?

Jesse Eisenberg's first West End show was The Spoils which opened in 2016

What awards has Jesse Eisenberg been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Revisionist and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Asuncion.

How many shows has Jesse Eisenberg written?

Jesse Eisenberg has written 5 shows including Asuncion (Playwright), The Revisionist (Playwright), The Spoils (Writer), Happy Talk (Playwright), Yea, Sister! (Playwright).

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