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BIO

Josh Gad first rocketed to national attention as the original Elder Cunningham in Broadway’s The Book of Mormon, and returned to Broadway in 2023 for Gutenberg! The Musical! In 2005, he also appeared in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.



On screen, Gad starred in the live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast, Kenneth Branagh’s film adaptation of Murder on the Orient Express, Hulu’s horror-comedy series Little Monsters, and is the voice of Olaf in Disney’s Frozen and Frozen 2. He is currently working on the Spaceballs sequel, in which he is starring, producing, and co-writing, and recently joined the voice cast for the animated musical Oh, the Places You'll Go.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Bud


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Elder Cunningham


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
William Barfee [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Movies

Mary and Joe
[ 2002 ] Angel
Watching the Detectives
[ 2007 ] Mark
The Rocker
[ 2008 ] Matt
Crossing Over
[ 2009 ] Howie
No Heroics
[ 2009 ] Horseforce
Rent Control
[ 2009 ] Officer Freds
Rent Control
[ 2009 ]
The Lost Nomads: Get Lost!
[ 2009 ] Gigi / Miss Piggy / Jose Sanchez / ...
Waiting to Die
[ 2009 ] Simon
Love & Other Drugs
[ 2010 ] Josh Randall
Marmaduke
[ 2010 ] Bandana Dog - Voice
Mardi Gras: Spring Break
[ 2011 ] Bump (Bartholomew T. Brown)
Ice Age: Continental Drift
[ 2012 ] Louis - Voice
She Wants Me
[ 2012 ] Sam Baum
Thanks for Sharing
[ 2012 ] Neil
Frozen
[ 2013 ] Olaf - Voice
Frozen Special
[ 2013 ]
Jobs
[ 2013 ] Steve Wozniak
The Internship
[ 2013 ] Headphones
Wish I Was Here
[ 2014 ] Noah Bloom
Pixels
[ 2015 ] Ludlow Lamonsoff
The Wedding Ringer
[ 2015 ] Doug Harris
Angry Birds: Bachelorette Sneak Peek Media Promotion
[ 2016 ] Chuck
The Angry Birds Movie
[ 2016 ] Chuck - Voice
A Dog's Purpose
[ 2017 ] Bailey / Ellie / Tino / ... - Voice
Beauty and the Beast
[ 2017 ] LeFou
Marshall
[ 2017 ] Sam Friedman
Murder on the Orient Express
[ 2017 ] Hector MacQueen
A Dog's Journey
[ 2019 ] Bailey - Voice
Frozen 2
[ 2019 ] Olaf - Voice
Little Monsters
[ 2019 ] Teddy McGiggle
The Angry Birds Movie 2
[ 2019 ] Chuck - Voice
Artemis Fowl
[ 2020 ] Mulch Diggums
These Naked Celebs Have an Important Message for Voters
[ 2020 ]
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
[ 2021 ] Muncher - Voice
Adulthood
[ 2025 ] Noah Robles

TV Shows

ER
Sgt. Bruce Larabee
American Dad!
Art
Back to You
[ 2007-2008 ] Ryan Church
Numb3rs
[ 2008-2009 ] Roy McGill
Party Down
Jeffrey Ells
Woke Up Dead
Matt
Bored to Death
Warren
The Cleveland Show
Droopy, Pimp
Californication
Doctor
Good Vibes
Mondo
1600 Penn
[ 2012-2013 ] Skip Gilchrist
Gigi: Almost American
[ 2011-2014 ] Gigi
Phineas and Ferb
Wendell
New Girl
[ 2012-2015 ] Bearclaw
Sesame Street
Vincent Van Stop
The Comedians
Josh Gad
TripTank
Louis
Lego Frozen Northern Lights
Olaf
Sofia the First
Olaf
South Park
Marcus
Star Wars: Rebels
Controller
Bob's Burgers
Damon
At Home with Olaf
Olaf
Home Movie: The Princess Bride
The Grandson
James and the Giant Peach with Taika and Friends
Earthworm
Modern Family
[ 2011-2020 ] Kenneth, Kenneth Ploufe
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Chiropractor
Olaf Presents
Olaf
Staged
Josh Gad
Avenue 5
[ 2020-2022 ] Herman Judd
Central Park
[ 2020-2022 ] Birdie, Ernst Von Gunten
The Boys
Josh Gad
The Tiny Chef Show
Josh Gad
Wolf Like Me
Gary
Solar Opposites
[ 2023-2024 ]
Beauty & The Beast
LeFou

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Josh Gad, Gutenberg! The Musical!


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Josh Gad, The Book of Mormon

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Josh Gad, The Book of Mormon

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Video: Mel Brooks Unveils Official Title for SPACEBALLS Sequel
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

During Amazon MGM Studios' CinemaCon presentation, Mel Brooks revealed the title of the studio’s highly anticipated Spaceballs sequel, Spaceballs: The New One, which will arrive with ludicrous speed into theaters on April 23, 2027. 
Video: Ariana Grande is a Former FBI Negotiator in FOCKER-IN-LAW Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

Check out the official trailer for Focker-in-Law, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the Meet the Parents franchise starring Ariana Grande. The latest film reunites several members of the original cast, including Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro.
First Look at Ariana Grande in FOCKER-IN-LAW; Trailer Coming Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026

A new teaser is offering a first look at Ariana Grande in Focker-in-Law, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the Meet the Parents franchise. Take a look at the sneak peek now, ahead of the trailer tomorrow.
How 'Ben of Broadway' Became a New York Times Crossword Stumper
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026

The Sunday New York Times crossword puzzle has a reputation for being difficult to solve. Part of the reason is that the puzzles feature increasing daily difficulty that peaks on that day each week. So it's no surprise to encounter some clues in the Sunday edition that leave you scratching your head.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 8, 2026- THE LION KING Tops the Grosses
by - Apr 8, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Josh Gad, Ashley Park, & Daveed Diggs Star in Trailer for COUPLES WEEKEND
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2026

The first trailer has been released for Couples Weekend, the dramedy film starring Broadway alums Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad, and Ashley Park, along with The White Lotus star Alexandra Daddario.
Auli‘i Cravalho to Voice Moana in SOFIA THE FIRST: ROYAL MAGIC; Release Date Set
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2026

Sofia the First: Royal Magic, the new series set in the world of Sofia the First, will premiere Monday, May 25, on Disney Jr., with Auli‘i Cravalho reprising her role of Moana.
Video: It's Double Double, MORMON Trouble with Rory O'Malley & Charlie Franklin
by Luka Vonier - Mar 27, 2026

Fifteen years after The Book of Mormon first premiered on Broadway, Elder McKinley remains one of the musical's most memorable (and scene-stealing) roles. Watch in this video as Rory O'Malley and Charlie Franklin chat more about the character they hold so dear, and reflect on 15 years of The Book of Mormon.
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Susan Egan Will Receive Disney Legends Awards at D23 Fan Event
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2026

Broadway's Lin-Manuel Miranda and Susan Egan are among those who will receive the Disney Legends Award at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event later this year.
Beanie Feldstein & James Monroe Iglehart Join SOFIA THE FIRST: ROYAL MAGIC Voice Cast
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026

Broadway performers Beanie Feldstein and James Monroe Iglehart have joined the recurring cast as brand-new characters for Sofia the First: Royal Magic, the forthcoming series set in the world of Sofia the First.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 23, 2026- First Look At Oscar-Winner Adrien Brody In THE FEAR OF 13 and More
by - Mar 23, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Original Cast Members Will Appear in THE BOOK OF MORMON in June to Celebrate 15 Years on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The Book of Mormon on Broadway is turning 15, and the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical will celebrate the milestone with a special “MAGICAL MORMON MYSTERY WEEK ” of performances.
Interview: Tyler Michaels King of GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! at Theater Latté Da
by Joe Sarafolean - Mar 16, 2026

What does it take to bring the hilarious Gutenberg! The Musical! to the stage? Tyler Michaels King fills us in on the process.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Creators and Andrew Rannells to Reunite on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2026

The Late Show will celebrate the 15th anniversary of The Book of Mormon next week with a special episode featuring writers Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, in addition to original star Andrew Rannells, who will also perform from the musical.
Disney's ZOOTOPIA 2 Sets Disney+ Streaming Release
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026

Disney’s Zootopia 2 is coming to Disney+, debuting on the streamer on Wednesday, March 11. The movie is now available on Digital platforms along with 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and a limited edition 4K SteelBook.
Ariana Grande Won't Attend 2026 Actors Awards Due to Tour Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026

Ariana Grande is not expected to attend the 2026 Actor Awards this Sunday due to the rehearsal schedule for her highly anticipated eternal sunshine tour, which kicks off in June.
Brian Tyree Henry to Lead Netflix Adult Animated Series BASS X MACHINA
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2026

Netflix has announced Bass X Machina, a new adult animated series executive-produced by and starring Oscar, Emmy and Tony Award nominee Brian Tyree Henry. The series will debut on the streamer on October 6, 2026.
Video: Disney Debuts First Look Teaser for SOFIA THE FIRST: ROYAL MAGIC
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2026

Disney Jr. has revealed a first-look teaser for Sofia the First: Royal Magic, a brand-new series set in the world of Sofia the First, featuring the voices of Ariel Winter, Wayne Brady, Tim Gunn, Sara Ramirez, and more. Watch the teaser now.
Josh Gad to Play Actor Kurt Gerron in GERRON'S LAST FILM Biopic
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026

Josh Gad is set to star in Gerron's Last Film, a forthcoming movie based on the true story of Jewish actor and director Kurt Gerron. Gad will play the famed actor.
Idina Menzel, Josh Gad Headline HARMONY IN THE HILLS Benefit in LA
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Harmony in the Hills, the Broadway-caliber concert series founded by Tony-nominated actor and producer Rory O'Malley, returns to Los Angeles on Saturday, February 7, 2026 for an evening in Vista Del Mar's Glorya Kaufman (GK) Performing Arts Center.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Josh Gad been in?

Josh Gad has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Josh Gad been in?

Josh Gad has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Josh Gad been nominated for?

Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Gutenberg! The Musical!, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Book of Mormon and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon.

What awards has Josh Gad won?

Josh Gad has won the Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in The Book of Mormon.

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