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Jeff Goldblum

Date of Birth: October 22, 1952 (73)

Birth Place: Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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Jeff Goldblum made his film debut in Death Wish (1974) and appeared in the TV movie Columbo: A Case of Immunity (1975). He had a small role in Annie Hall (1977). His early supporting film roles include Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978), The Big Chill (1983), and The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension (1984).


Goldblum starred as Ernie Kovacs in the television film Ernie Kovacs: Between the Laughter (1984). His leading film roles include Into the Night (1985), The Fly (1986), Vibes (1988), Earth Girls Are Easy (1989), The Tall Guy (1989), Deep Cover (1992), Jurassic Park (1993), and The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997).

Additional supporting roles include Independence Day (1996), Igby Goes Down (2002), The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004), The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), and Asteroid City (2023).

He appeared on Sesame Street (1990) and joined the cast of Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Detective Zack Nichols (2009–2010). He reprised his role as David Levinson in Independence Day: Resurgence (2016). He portrayed the Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok (2017). He returned as Dr. Ian Malcolm in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) and Jurassic World Dominion (2022).

Goldblum directed the short film Little Surprises, which was nominated for an Academy Award (1996). He starred in Adam Resurrected (year not specified in source text).

In music, Goldblum released albums with the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra: The Capitol Studios Sessions (2018), I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (2019), and Plays Well with Others (2023).

He starred in the Disney+ series The World According to Jeff Goldblum (2019–).
Goldblum appeared as the Wizard in the film adaptation of Wicked, as well as the sequel, Wicked: For Good.

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STAGE CREDITS

Domesticated Domesticated
[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer
Seminar Seminar
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Leonard [Replacement]
The Pillowman The Pillowman
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Tupolski
The Play What I Wrote The Play What I Wrote
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Mystery Guest Star [Replacement]
The Exonerated
[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer [Replacement]
Twelfth Night or What You Will
[Off-Broadway]
1989
Malvolio
The Moony Shapiro Songbook
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1981
Mr. Shapiro, U.S.O. Entertainer, Talking Picture Star, Street Trumpeter, Russian Singer, Rocco the Shoeshine Boy, Member of Big Band Vocal Group, Marvin, Louis Da Rosa, Liverpool Pop Group Drummer, Lee Pyong-Do, Jeff, Israeli Dancer, French Crooner, Fat German, Performer
City Sugar
[Off-Broadway]
1978
Leonard Brazil
Two Gentlemen of Verona
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1971
Citizen of Verona & Milan, Citizen of Verona and Milan, Eglamour (Understudy)
Two Gentlemen of Verona
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1971
Cupid/Whore's Page/Citizen/Soldier/Servant
Two Gentlemen of Verona
[Off-Broadway]
1971
Cupid/ Whore's Page/ Citizen/ Soldier/ Servant

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Movies

Death Wish
[ 1974 ] Freak #1
California Split
[ 1974 ] Lloyd Harris
Nashville
[ 1975 ] Tricycle Man
Next Stop, Greenwich Village
[ 1976 ] Clyde Baxter
St. Ives
[ 1976 ] Hood #3
Special Delivery
[ 1976 ] Snake
The Sentinel
[ 1977 ] Jack
Annie Hall
[ 1977 ] Lacey Party Guest
Between the Lines
[ 1977 ] Max Arloft
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
[ 1978 ] Jack Bellicec
Remember My Name
[ 1978 ] Mr. Nudd
Thank God It's Friday
[ 1978 ] Tony
Threshold
[ 1981 ] Dr. Aldo Gehring
The Big Chill
[ 1983 ] Michael
The Right Stuff
[ 1983 ] Recruiter
The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension
[ 1984 ] New Jersey
Into the Night
[ 1985 ] Ed Okin
Transylvania 6-5000
[ 1985 ] Jack Harrison
Silverado
[ 1985 ] Slick
The Fly
[ 1986 ] Seth Brundle
Beyond Therapy
[ 1987 ] Bruce
Earth Girls Are Easy
[ 1988 ] Mac
Vibes
[ 1988 ] Nick Deezy
Twisted Obsession
[ 1989 ] Daniel Gillis
The Tall Guy
[ 1989 ] Dexter King
Mister Frost
[ 1990 ] Mr. Frost
The Favour, the Watch and the Very Big Fish
[ 1991 ] Pianist
Deep Cover
[ 1992 ] David Jon
Shooting Elizabeth
[ 1992 ] Howard Pigeon
The Player
[ 1992 ] Jeff Goldblum
Fathers & Sons
[ 1992 ] Max
Jurassic Park
[ 1993 ] Malcolm
Powder
[ 1995 ] Donald Ripley
Hideaway
[ 1995 ] Hatch
Nine Months
[ 1995 ] Sean Fletcher
Independence Day
[ 1996 ] David Levinson
Mad Dog Time
[ 1996 ] Mickey Holliday
The Great White Hype
[ 1996 ] Mitchell Kane
The Lost World: Jurassic Park
[ 1997 ] Ian Malcolm
The Prince of Egypt
[ 1998 ] Aaron
Welcome to Hollywood
[ 1998 ] Jeff Goldblum
Holy Man
[ 1998 ] Ricky Jeff Goldberg
Chain of Fools
[ 2000 ] Avnet
One of the Hollywood Ten
[ 2000 ] Herbert Biberman
Auggie Rose
[ 2000 ] John Nolan
Perfume
[ 2001 ] Jamie
Cats & Dogs
[ 2001 ] Professor Brody
Igby Goes Down
[ 2002 ] D.H.
Dallas 362
[ 2003 ] Bob
Spinning Boris
[ 2003 ] George Gorton
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
[ 2004 ] Alistair Hennessey
Fay Grim
[ 2006 ] Agent Fulbright
Mini's First Time
[ 2006 ] Mike Rudell
Man of the Year
[ 2006 ] Stewart
Pittsburgh
[ 2006 ] producer
Adam Resurrected
[ 2008 ] Adam Stein
Morning Glory
[ 2010 ] Jerry Barnes
The Switch
[ 2010 ] Leonard
Adventures in Zambezia
[ 2012 ] Ajax
Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie
[ 2012 ] Chef Goldblum
Le Week-end
[ 2013 ] Morgan
The Grand Budapest Hotel
[ 2014 ] Deputy Kovacs
Mortdecai
[ 2015 ] Krampf
Independence Day: Resurgence
[ 2016 ] David Levinson
Thor: Ragnarok
[ 2017 ] Grandmter
The Mountain
[ 2018 ] Dr. Wallace Fiennes
Isle of Dogs
[ 2018 ] Duke
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
[ 2018 ] Ian Malcolm
Hotel Artemis
[ 2018 ] Niagara
The Boss Baby 2: Family Business
[ 2021 ] Dr. Armstrong
Jurassic World: Dominion
[ 2022 ] Ian Malcolm
Wicked
[ 2024 ] Wizard
Wicked
[ 2024 ] The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Wicked: Part Two
[ 2025 ] Wizard
Wicked: For Good
[ 2025 ] The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

TV Shows

Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Detective Zack Nichols
Portlandia
Derek, Vocal Coach, Jeff
The Larry Sanders Show
Jeff Goldblum
The League
Rupert Ruxin
Kaos
[ 2024 ] Zeus

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Jeff Goldblum, The Pillowman

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Jeff Goldblum, VOCES8, Music From The Sole and More Set for George Mason University's Photo
Jeff Goldblum, VOCES8, Music From The Sole and More Set for George Mason University's Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026

The Center for the Arts at George Mason University will open its Great Performances at Mason season with dance, theater and music, including VOCES8 and Compagnie Hervé Koubi.
MIKE JONES WITH STRINGS Live Album to Arrive via Capri Records Photo
MIKE JONES WITH STRINGS Live Album to Arrive via Capri Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026

Pianist Mike Jones, music director for Penn & Teller, will release a live album revisiting the drummerless jazz trio tradition through Capri Records.
RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR to Bring Hershey Felder Back to People's Light Photo
RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR to Bring Hershey Felder Back to People's Light
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026

Hershey Felder will return to People's Light with RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR, a musical drama starring Felder and Jonathan Silvestri as Russia's last emperor, for a limited engagement in Malvern.
Social Media Star Anthony Gargiula to Join & JULIET on Broadway This September Photo
Social Media Star Anthony Gargiula to Join & JULIET on Broadway This September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026

Recording artist and social media star Anthony Gargiula will make his Broadway debut in & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre this September. Gargiula is best known for his viral “Kitchen Singing Series” on social media.
THE LONG ROAD FESTIVAL Taps Ronnie Wood to Headline Saturday Lineup Photo
THE LONG ROAD FESTIVAL Taps Ronnie Wood to Headline Saturday Lineup
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026

Ronnie Wood, guitarist for THE ROLLING STONES, has been announced as the Saturday headliner for THE LONG ROAD FESTIVAL, according to a release from WMA.
DEAR SANTA... to Return with Melody Sweets at The Smith Center Photo
DEAR SANTA... to Return with Melody Sweets at The Smith Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

Melody Sweets will bring an expanded run of her holiday show DEAR SANTA... to Myron's at The Smith Center in Las Vegas, adding a second performance after last year's sold-out engagement.
WICKED Movies to Launch Live Concert Experience Photo
WICKED Movies to Launch Live Concert Experience
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

The Wicked film will be launching a live-concert experience! The film's official Instagram account, posted Everyone, we have an announcement… with a poster featuring Wicked in Concert, film with a live orchestra. 
THE BIG CHILL Staged Benefit Reading Will Come to Guild Hall in August; All-Star Cast Photo
THE BIG CHILL Staged Benefit Reading Will Come to Guild Hall in August; All-Star Cast to Be Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026

Center at West Park will present a one-night-only staged reading of THE BIG CHILL at Guild Hall in East Hampton, directed by David Saint.
Broadway Watch Guide July 2026: Where to Watch HADESTOWN Proshot, MOANA & More Photo
Broadway Watch Guide July 2026: Where to Watch HADESTOWN Proshot, MOANA & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2026

Find out the best titles to watch in July, including the filmed version of Hadestown the Musical, Disney's live-action reimagining of Moana, and more.
WICKED: FOR GOOD Moves To Netflix in July After Peacock Exclusive Run Photo
WICKED: FOR GOOD Moves To Netflix in July After Peacock Exclusive Run
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2026

Beginning on July 20, Wicked: For Good, the second half of the Wicked film adaptation, will be available to stream on Netflix. At that point, it will leave its current streaming home on Peacock,
Colman Domingo, Tiffany Haddish & More Set to Guest Host JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! This Summ Photo
Colman Domingo, Tiffany Haddish & More Set to Guest Host JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! This Summer
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026

This summer, a slew of celebrities will serve as guest hosts for Jimmy Kimmel Live, including Tiffany Haddish, Anthony Anderson, Ike Barinholtz, Oscar and Tony-nominee Colman Domingo, and Jelly Roll.
Wicked Witch Hat From THE WIZARD OF OZ Heading to Auction Photo
Wicked Witch Hat From THE WIZARD OF OZ Heading to Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026

The famed Wicked Witch of the West hat, featured in the 1939 musical The Wizard of Oz, is among the items going up for auction in Heritage Auction's five-day Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction in July.
Devo Joins Lineup for MUSIC FROM THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl Photo
Devo Joins Lineup for MUSIC FROM THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026

Devo has joined the lineup of special guests for Music from the Films of Wes Anderson at the Hollywood Bowl, which will feature Jim James, Jenny Lewis, Mark Mothersbaugh, Bill Murray, Karen O, Iryna Orlova, and more.
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Join Jeff Goldblum on New Album Photo
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Join Jeff Goldblum on New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2026

Jeff Goldblum's 'Night Blooms' is out now, featuring Wicked co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, Scarlett Johansson, Charlie Puth, and more. Listen now!
Veronica Swift to Perform with Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra at Arvada Center Photo
Veronica Swift to Perform with Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra at Arvada Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026

The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra will present a one-night-only big band concert with vocalist Veronica Swift at the Arvada Center outdoor Amphitheatre in Arvada, CO. Tickets range from $29 to $58.
Video: Taylor Louderman Opens Up About Backlash from Ariana Grande Fans After Losing Photo
Video: Taylor Louderman Opens Up About Backlash from Ariana Grande Fans After Losing WICKED Role
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2026

Taylor Louderman, who originated the role of Regina George in Broadway's Mean Girls, looked back on the response she got from Ariana Grande fans after losing out on the part of Glinda in the Wicked movie. Watch her discuss her experience on a recent episode of the Playdate with Elle McLemore podcast.
Broadway Watch Guide June 2026: HAMILTON Documentary, STOP! THAT! TRAIN! & More Photo
Broadway Watch Guide June 2026: HAMILTON Documentary, STOP! THAT! TRAIN! & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026

This June, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a slew of new movies, shows, and music, including the movie musical Power Ballad, the disaster comedy Stop! That! Train!, and a new Hamilton documentary is coming to Disney+.
Bill Murray and More Join the Lineup for THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood B Photo
Bill Murray and More Join the Lineup for THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

The LA Phil has added special guests for Music from the Films of Wes Anderson at the Hollywood Bowl. Karen Elson, China Forbes, Bill Murray and Rogê join previously revealed special guests.
Gregory Porter, Pink Martini & More Join Ensemble Arts Philly 2026-2027 Jazz Series Photo
Gregory Porter, Pink Martini & More Join Ensemble Arts Philly 2026-2027 Jazz Series
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026

Ensemble Arts Philly announced its 2026-2027 Jazz Season, featuring Gregory Porter, Pink Martini, Lakecia Benjamin, Jeff Goldblum, and Django Festival Allstars among an 11-performance lineup in Philadelphia.
Composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS to Have World Premiere in Barcelona with Marin Alsop Photo
Composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS to Have World Premiere in Barcelona with Marin Alsop
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026

Brooklyn-based composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS will receive its world premiere at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona, conducted by Marin Alsop with the Philharmonia Orchestra, as part of the city's Year of Gaudí centennial celebrations.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeff Goldblum been in?

Jeff Goldblum has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Jeff Goldblum been in?

Jeff Goldblum has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jeff Goldblum been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Pillowman.

What awards has Jeff Goldblum won?

Jeff Goldblum has received numerous accolades throughout his career. He won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series, Drama for The Leftovers. He has been nominated for multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. Goldblum received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. He has also been recognized with nominations from the Golden Globe Awards for his film work, including roles in Jurassic Park and other major productions. Throughout his Broadway and theater career, he has earned recognition for his stage performances as well. Additionally, Goldblum has received various other industry nominations and awards from critics' organizations and entertainment publications that celebrate his contributions to film, television, and theater.

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