Jerry Stiller
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Jerry Stiller:
From Stage to Stage: The Greatest Theater Dynasties in Broadway History (Mar 1, 2026)
Photos: Bernadette Peters & More Attend World Premiere of STILLER & MEARA: NOTHING IS LOST (Oct 7, 2025)
From Broadway to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Paul Giamatti's Stage Career (Aug 29, 2025)
From Stage to Stage: The Greatest Theater Dynasties in Broadway History (Mar 1, 2026)
Photos: Bernadette Peters & More Attend World Premiere of STILLER & MEARA: NOTHING IS LOST (Oct 7, 2025)
From Broadway to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Paul Giamatti's Stage Career (Aug 29, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [off-Broadway], 1955
Crook-Finger Jack [Replacement]
Crook-Finger Jake (Macheath's Gang) [Replacement]
Crook-Finger Jack [Replacement]
Crook-Finger Jake (Macheath's Gang) [Replacement]
Movies
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
[ 1974 ] Lt. Rico Patrone
[ 1974 ] Lt. Rico Patrone
Airport 1975
[ 1974 ] Sam
[ 1974 ] Sam
The Ritz
[ 1976 ] Carmine Vespucci
[ 1976 ] Carmine Vespucci
Nasty Habits
[ 1977 ] P.R. Priest
[ 1977 ] P.R. Priest
Those Lips, Those Eyes
[ 1980 ] Mr. Shoemaker
[ 1980 ] Mr. Shoemaker
Nadine
[ 1987 ] Raymond Escobar
[ 1987 ] Raymond Escobar
Hot Pursuit
[ 1987 ] Victor Honeywell
[ 1987 ] Victor Honeywell
That's Adequate
[ 1989 ] Sid Lane
[ 1989 ] Sid Lane
Little Vegas
[ 1990 ] Sam
[ 1990 ] Sam
Highway to Hell
[ 1991 ] The Desk Cop
[ 1991 ] The Desk Cop
The Pickle
[ 1993 ] Phil Hirsch
[ 1993 ] Phil Hirsch
Heavyweights
[ 1995 ] Harvey Bushkin
[ 1995 ] Harvey Bushkin
Camp Stories
[ 1996 ] Schlomo
[ 1996 ] Schlomo
The Deli
[ 1997 ] Petey Cheesecake
[ 1997 ] Petey Cheesecake
A Rat's Tale
[ 1997 ] Prof. Plumpingham
[ 1997 ] Prof. Plumpingham
Stag
[ 1997 ] Ted
[ 1997 ] Ted
Secret of the Andes
[ 1998 ] Dr. Golfisch
[ 1998 ] Dr. Golfisch
A Fish in the Bathtub
[ 1998 ] Sam
[ 1998 ] Sam
The Suburbans
[ 1999 ] Speedo Silverberg
[ 1999 ] Speedo Silverberg
My 5 Wives
[ 2000 ] Don Giovanni
[ 2000 ] Don Giovanni
The Independent
[ 2000 ] Morty Fineman
[ 2000 ] Morty Fineman
Chump Change
[ 2000 ] The Colonel
[ 2000 ] The Colonel
Zoolander
[ 2001 ] Maury Ballstein
[ 2001 ] Maury Ballstein
On the Line
[ 2001 ] Nathan
[ 2001 ] Nathan
Serving Sara
[ 2002 ] Milton the Cop
[ 2002 ] Milton the Cop
Teacher's Pet
[ 2004 ] Pretty Boy
[ 2004 ] Pretty Boy
The Heartbreak Kid
[ 2007 ] Doc
[ 2007 ] Doc
Hairspray
[ 2007 ] Mr. Pinky
[ 2007 ] Mr. Pinky
Swinging with the Finkels
[ 2011 ] Mr. Winters
[ 2011 ] Mr. Winters
Foodfight!
[ 2012 ] General X
[ 2012 ] General X
Excuse Me for Living
[ 2012 ] Morty
[ 2012 ] Morty
Cousins
[ 2013 ] Charlie Gordon
[ 2013 ] Charlie Gordon
Planes: Fire & Rescue
[ 2014 ] Harvey
[ 2014 ] Harvey
Zoolander 2
[ 2016 ] Maury
[ 2016 ] Maury
TV Shows
Archie Bunker's Place
Carmine
Carmine
Fish Hooks
Principal Stickler
Principal Stickler
Joe and Sons
Gus Duzik
Gus Duzik
Law & Order
Sam Pokras, Michael Tobis
Sam Pokras, Michael Tobis
Seinfeld
Frank Costanza
Frank Costanza
Tattinger's
Sid Wilbur
Sid Wilbur
Teacher's Pet
Pretty Boy
Pretty Boy
The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Mr. Landon, Paul Sterling
Mr. Landon, Paul Sterling
The King of Queens
Arthur Spooner
Arthur Spooner
The Love Boat
Harlan Weatherly, Tony Vitelli, Bud Hanrahan
Harlan Weatherly, Tony Vitelli, Bud Hanrahan
The Paul Lynde Show
Barney Dickerson
Barney Dickerson
Videos
TRAILER: Sneak Peek of Larry King, Jerry Seinfeld & More in WHEN COMEDY WENT TO SCHOOL
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-07-03 16:31:52
STAGE TUBE: Meet the Company Inside the Rehearsal Room of THREE MEN ON A HORSE
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-03-17 14:14:20
STAGE TUBE: Jerry Stiller Remembers Joe Papp on Theater Talk
by Robert Diamond - 2009-12-03 10:47:48
STAGE TRIBUTE: Angela Lansbury and Bea Arthur Sing 'Bosom Buddies'
by Robert Diamond - 2009-09-14 22:33:51
News
From Stage to Stage: The Greatest Theater Dynasties in Broadway History
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 1, 2026
This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 1, 2026
This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.
Photos: Bernadette Peters & More Attend World Premiere of STILLER & MEARA: NOTHING IS LOST
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2025
On Sunday, October 5, Apple celebrated the world premiere of Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, with Tony Award winners Bernadette Peters and Cynthia Nixon in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2025
On Sunday, October 5, Apple celebrated the world premiere of Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, with Tony Award winners Bernadette Peters and Cynthia Nixon in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
From Broadway to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Paul Giamatti's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2025
A graduate of Yale College and Yale School of Drama, Paul Giamatti is no stranger to the stage. Ahead of his role in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we are taking a look back at the Oscar nominee's Broadway and theater roles over the years.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2025
A graduate of Yale College and Yale School of Drama, Paul Giamatti is no stranger to the stage. Ahead of his role in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we are taking a look back at the Oscar nominee's Broadway and theater roles over the years.
Ben Stiller Directing New Film About Parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara for Apple
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
Ben Stiller is directing and producing the new documentary film Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, about his parents: comedy icons Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
Ben Stiller is directing and producing the new documentary film Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, about his parents: comedy icons Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara.
Review: AFTER-PLAY Is Back on Stage, at YCP TheaterWorks
by Bruce Apar - Jun 20, 2025
How are conversations about death humorous? Ah, leave it to a trouper like Anne Meara to turn that trick, and she does so quite craftily. In this production, she is abetted by a strongly committed cast and director to bring her vision home with impact.
by Bruce Apar - Jun 20, 2025
How are conversations about death humorous? Ah, leave it to a trouper like Anne Meara to turn that trick, and she does so quite craftily. In this production, she is abetted by a strongly committed cast and director to bring her vision home with impact.
Review: HAIRSPRAY Revivals in São Paulo with a Beautiful Message of Acceptance
by Claudio Erlichman - Oct 15, 2024
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
by Claudio Erlichman - Oct 15, 2024
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - Sep 10, 2024
This is one of those offbeat musicals that entertains you with its unusual charm, catchy tunes, and cartoon-like characters. With the plot line featuring a talking plant that feeds only on human blood, this is not your grandmother’s kind of musical. (Unless your grandmother regularly attends the wide variety of shows performed at the Ogunquit Playhouse.)
by Dan Marois - Sep 10, 2024
This is one of those offbeat musicals that entertains you with its unusual charm, catchy tunes, and cartoon-like characters. With the plot line featuring a talking plant that feeds only on human blood, this is not your grandmother’s kind of musical. (Unless your grandmother regularly attends the wide variety of shows performed at the Ogunquit Playhouse.)
Jeff Ross And Janelle James To Headline 6th Annual FLYOVER COMEDY FESTIVAL In St. Louis
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2023
Flyover Comedy Festival is returning to St. Louis Nov 9-11, 2023 with three days of stand-up, improv and sketch comedy. While the full, nearly 100 artist line-up will be revealed in the coming weeks, organizers are releasing a sneak peek and early ticket offering with the announcement of its Thursday night headliner, Sheng Wang, as well as its Saturday night headliners, Jeff Ross and Janelle James.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2023
Flyover Comedy Festival is returning to St. Louis Nov 9-11, 2023 with three days of stand-up, improv and sketch comedy. While the full, nearly 100 artist line-up will be revealed in the coming weeks, organizers are releasing a sneak peek and early ticket offering with the announcement of its Thursday night headliner, Sheng Wang, as well as its Saturday night headliners, Jeff Ross and Janelle James.
Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING At Bacca Arts Center
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Mar 28, 2023
Part of the Bard's First Folio, Much Ado About Nothing is a comedy about two intertwined love stories. After a group of soldiers arrive in Messina, love emerges between Hero, the Governor's daughter, and Claudio, a young officer. The young pair then conspire with Don Pedro, Claudio's commanding officer, to play matchmaker and set-up Beatrice, Hero's cousin, and Benedick, Claudio's friend and fellow officer. This turns out to be no easy task indeed as both Beatrice and Benedick have both a distaste for love...and each other. Will love prevail for both couples? Or will they fall victim to the sinister scheme of Don Pedro's brother and self-proclaimed villain, Don John?
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Mar 28, 2023
Part of the Bard's First Folio, Much Ado About Nothing is a comedy about two intertwined love stories. After a group of soldiers arrive in Messina, love emerges between Hero, the Governor's daughter, and Claudio, a young officer. The young pair then conspire with Don Pedro, Claudio's commanding officer, to play matchmaker and set-up Beatrice, Hero's cousin, and Benedick, Claudio's friend and fellow officer. This turns out to be no easy task indeed as both Beatrice and Benedick have both a distaste for love...and each other. Will love prevail for both couples? Or will they fall victim to the sinister scheme of Don Pedro's brother and self-proclaimed villain, Don John?
Jason Graae and David Turner Will Lead MAX AND WILLY'S LAST LAUGH Reading at Mosaic Theater's Catalyst New Play Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 18, 2023
Co-authored by Conor Duffy and Jake Broder, Max & Willy’s Last Laugh is based on the true story of entertainers Max Ehrlich and Willy Rosen, who for 18 months performed the funniest cabaret in Europe to ensure their safety at the Westerbork Transit Camp during World War II.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 18, 2023
Co-authored by Conor Duffy and Jake Broder, Max & Willy’s Last Laugh is based on the true story of entertainers Max Ehrlich and Willy Rosen, who for 18 months performed the funniest cabaret in Europe to ensure their safety at the Westerbork Transit Camp during World War II.
Stand-Up Comes to Bay Street Theater in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced two evenings of side-splitting stand-up comedy on Saturday, September 17, and Saturday, September 24, at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. On September 17 at 8 p.m., New York comedian Joseph Vecsey returns with an all new lineup of All Star Comedy.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced two evenings of side-splitting stand-up comedy on Saturday, September 17, and Saturday, September 24, at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. On September 17 at 8 p.m., New York comedian Joseph Vecsey returns with an all new lineup of All Star Comedy.
Act II Playhouse to Stage A COUPLE OF SWELLS
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 18, 2022
Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, “A Couple of Swells.” Braithwaite and Childs co-wrote and are starring in “A Couple of Swells,” with Musical Direction and piano accompaniment by Owen Robbins.
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 18, 2022
Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, “A Couple of Swells.” Braithwaite and Childs co-wrote and are starring in “A Couple of Swells,” with Musical Direction and piano accompaniment by Owen Robbins.
Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs to Present A COUPLE OF SWELLS at Act II Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022
Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, 'A Couple of Swells.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022
Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, 'A Couple of Swells.'
THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW YouTube Channel to Kick Off A Star-Filled Month This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2021
The Ed Sullivan Show's official YouTube channel celebrates America's Independence Day weekend with “This Is My Country” and “America The Beautiful,” performed by Pat Boone and West Point Glee Club, respectively. July 4th continues with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America Again” from trailblazing country star Loretta Lynn.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2021
The Ed Sullivan Show's official YouTube channel celebrates America's Independence Day weekend with “This Is My Country” and “America The Beautiful,” performed by Pat Boone and West Point Glee Club, respectively. July 4th continues with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America Again” from trailblazing country star Loretta Lynn.
Theatrical Producer Carol Ostrow Releases New Book POEMS FROM MY PANDEMIC PEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2020
Carol's poems are a reminder to all of us that 'This too shall pass.' Life does change, we can all adapt and get used to what the future has in store. We will be fine. Just keep loved ones, friends, and the things we hold most dear in perspective, and we will come out of this stronger and healthier than ever.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2020
Carol's poems are a reminder to all of us that 'This too shall pass.' Life does change, we can all adapt and get used to what the future has in store. We will be fine. Just keep loved ones, friends, and the things we hold most dear in perspective, and we will come out of this stronger and healthier than ever.
VIDEO: John McDaniel Shares New Song About Why You Gotta Vote!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2020
Why should you vote this November? Let John McDaniel count the reasons. Watch as the Grammy and two-time Emmy Award-winner shares a new song about why you should vote.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2020
Why should you vote this November? Let John McDaniel count the reasons. Watch as the Grammy and two-time Emmy Award-winner shares a new song about why you should vote.
Playwright Eduardo Machado Joins HB Studio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2020
Playwright Eduardo Machado will join HB Studio this fall to teach a virtual playwriting class, 'Playwriting: Development & Dialogue', that is open to interested playwrights of all levels. The class will be held over Zoom on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. EDT, Sep. 19-Nov. 21, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2020
Playwright Eduardo Machado will join HB Studio this fall to teach a virtual playwriting class, 'Playwriting: Development & Dialogue', that is open to interested playwrights of all levels. The class will be held over Zoom on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. EDT, Sep. 19-Nov. 21, 2020.
RECAP: Ben Stiller and Amy Stiller Talked About Their Parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2020
Stars in the House continued Tuesday night (8pm) as Ben & Amy Stiller honor Anne Meara and Jerry Stiller. This episode was in support of The Actor's Fund.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2020
Stars in the House continued Tuesday night (8pm) as Ben & Amy Stiller honor Anne Meara and Jerry Stiller. This episode was in support of The Actor's Fund.
Broadway Catch Up: July 8 - Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael Feinstein, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2020
While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's highlights from some of your favorites, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael Feinstein, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2020
While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's highlights from some of your favorites, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael Feinstein, and more!
VIDEO: Watch Ben Stiller & Amy Stiller on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 7, 2020
Stars in the House continues today (8pm) as Ben & Amy Stiller honor Anne Meara and Jerry Stiller.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 7, 2020
Stars in the House continues today (8pm) as Ben & Amy Stiller honor Anne Meara and Jerry Stiller.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jerry Stiller been in?
Jerry Stiller has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Jerry Stiller been in?
Jerry Stiller has not appeared in the West End.
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