Fred Armisen

Fred Armisen

Born:December 4, 1966

Place of Birth:Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Fred Armisen, born Fereydun Armisen, on December 4, 1966, is a multi-talented American actor, comedian, and musician. His diverse talents have made him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Armisen gained widespread recognition for his notable stint as a cast member on the iconic show, Saturday Night Live. His comedic genius shone through in various memorable sketches, solidifying his status as a comedic force to be reckoned with.

Aside from his time on SNL, Armisen has showcased his comedic prowess in numerous comedy films, often portraying eccentric and off-color characters. His roles in movies such as "EuroTrip," "Cop Out," and "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" have left audiences in stitches with his unique brand of humor and impeccable timing. Armisen's ability to bring quirky characters to life has set him apart in the world of comedy.

In addition to his work in film and television, Armisen has also made his mark in the world of music. His passion for music is evident in his various musical projects, showcasing his versatility as an artist. Collaborating with fellow musician Carrie Brownstein, Armisen co-created and co-starred in the critically acclaimed IFC sketch series, "Portlandia." The show's success further solidified Armisen's reputation as a creative powerhouse in the entertainment industry.

Recently, Armisen has expanded his repertoire by lending his voice to the beloved character Speedy Gonzales in "The Looney Tunes Show" on Cartoon Network. His voice acting skills bring a fresh and dynamic energy to the iconic character, captivating audiences of all ages. Armisen's ability to seamlessly transition between different mediums highlights his adaptability and talent as a performer.

With a career spanning decades, Fred Armisen continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of humor, wit, and creativity. His willingness to push boundaries and explore new avenues of entertainment has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. Armisen's contributions to comedy, music, and television have solidified his legacy as a versatile and talented entertainer.

As a performer, Armisen's ability to embody a wide range of characters with precision and humor has made him a standout talent in the industry. His commitment to his craft and his infectious energy on screen have endeared him to audiences around the world. Whether he's portraying an eccentric foreigner in a comedy film or voicing a beloved animated character, Armisen's presence is always a delight to watch.

In addition to his on-screen work, Armisen's behind-the-scenes contributions as a writer, producer, and musician have further showcased his creativity and versatility. His collaborative spirit and innovative approach to entertainment have cemented his status as a respected figure in the industry. Armisen's willingness to experiment and push boundaries continues to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages.

Fred Armisen's impact on the world of comedy and entertainment is undeniable. His unique blend of humor, creativity, and talent has left an indelible mark on the industry, influencing a new generation of performers. Whether he's making audiences laugh with his comedic antics or charming them with his musical talents, Armisen's versatility and charisma shine through in all his endeavors.

With a career filled with iconic roles and memorable performances, Fred Armisen remains a beloved figure in the world of entertainment. His ability to seamlessly transition between comedy, music, and acting showcases his incredible range as a performer. Armisen's dedication to his craft and his passion for storytelling continue to resonate with audiences worldwide, solidifying his status as a true entertainment icon.

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Filmography

Acting

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Cranky Kong (voice)

2023

While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers—and brothers—Mario and Luigi are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.
The Dictator

The Dictator

Waiter / Minister

2012

The heroic story of a dictator who risks his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.
The Mitchells vs. the Machines

The Mitchells vs. the Machines

Deborahbot 5000 (voice)

2021

A quirky, dysfunctional family's road trip is upended when they find themselves in the middle of the robot apocalypse and suddenly become humanity's unlikeliest last hope.
EuroTrip

EuroTrip

Creepy Italian Guy

2004

When Scott learns that his longtime cyber-buddy from Berlin is a gorgeous young woman, he and his friends embark on a trip across Europe.
The Smurfs

The Smurfs

Brainy Smurf (voice)

2011

When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.
Thelma the Unicorn

Thelma the Unicorn

Danny Stallion (voice)

2024

Thelma dreams of being a glamorous unicorn. Then in a rare pink and glitter-filled moment of fate, Thelma's wish comes true. She rises to instant international stardom, but at an unexpected cost. After a while, Thelma realizes that she was happier as her ordinary, sparkle-free self. So she ditches her horn, scrubs off her sparkles, and returns home, where her best friend is waiting for her with a hug.
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Tino

2004

It's the 1970s and San Diego anchorman Ron Burgundy is the top dog in local TV, but that's all about to change when ambitious reporter Veronica Corningstone arrives as a new employee at his station.
Easy A

Easy A

Pastor

2010

Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all.
Confessions of a Shopaholic

Confessions of a Shopaholic

Ryan Koenig

2009

In the glamorous world of New York City, Rebecca Bloomwood is a fun-loving girl who is really good at shopping – a little too good, perhaps. She dreams of working for her favorite fashion magazine, but can't quite get her foot in the door – until ironically, she snags a job as an advice columnist for a financial magazine published by the same company.
The Smurfs 2

The Smurfs 2

Brainy Smurf (voice)

2013

The evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called the Naughties that he hopes will let him harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf-essence. But when he discovers that only a real Smurf can give him what he wants, and only a secret spell that Smurfette knows can turn the Naughties into real Smurfs, Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette and brings her to Paris, where he has been winning the adoration of millions as the world¹s greatest sorcerer. It's up to Papa, Clumsy, Grouchy, and Vanity to return to our world, reunite with their human friends Patrick and Grace Winslow, and rescue her! Will Smurfette, who has always felt different from the other Smurfs, find a new connection with the Naughties Vexy and Hackus or will the Smurfs convince her that their love for her is True Blue?
The Lego Ninjago Movie

The Lego Ninjago Movie

Cole (voice)

2017

Six young ninjas are tasked with defending their island home of Ninjago. By night, they’re gifted warriors using their skill and awesome fleet of vehicles to fight villains and monsters. By day, they’re ordinary teens struggling against their greatest enemy....high school.
Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo

Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo

Frenchman (uncredited)

2005

Deuce Bigalow goes to Amsterdam after a little accident including two irritating kids and a bunch of aggressive dolphins. There he meets up with his old friend T.J. Hicks. But a mysterious killer starts killing some of Amsterdam's finest gigolos and T.J. is mistaken for the extremely gay murderer. Deuce must enter the gigolo industry again to find the real murderer and clear T.J.'s name.
Unfrosted

Unfrosted

Mike Puntz

2024

In a time when breakfast is ruled by milk and cereal, a fierce corporate battle begins over a revolutionary new pastry.
The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol

The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol

Brainy (voice)

2011

When Grouchy Smurf behaves badly to everyone and refuses to celebrate Christmas, the Smurfs of Christmas Past, Present and Future teach him to appreciate Christmas.
Like Mike

Like Mike

New Age Dad

2002

Calvin and his friends, who all live in an orphanage, find old shoes with the faded letters MJ connected to a powerline. One stormy night, they go to get the shoes when Calvin and the shoes are struck by lightning. Calvin now has unbelievable basketball powers and has the chance to play for the NBA.
Game Over, Man!

Game Over, Man!

Fred Armisen

2018

Three friends are on the verge of getting their video game financed when their benefactor is taken hostage by terrorists.
The Little Hours

The Little Hours

Bishop Bartolomeo

2017

Garfagnana, Italy, 1347. The handsome servant Masseto, fleeing from his vindictive master, takes shelter in a nunnery where three young nuns, Sister Alessandra, Sister Ginevra and Sister Fernanda, try unsuccessfully to find out what their purpose in life is, a conundrum that each of them faces in different ways.
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny

Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny

Security Guard

2006

In Venice Beach, naive Midwesterner JB bonds with local slacker KG and they form the rock band Tenacious D. Setting out to become the world's greatest band is no easy feat, so they set out to steal what could be the answer to their prayers... a magical guitar pick housed in a rock-and-roll museum some 300 miles away.
Zoolander 2

Zoolander 2

VIP

2016

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.
Cop Out

Cop Out

Russian Lawyer

2010

Detectives Jimmy and Paul, despite nine years as partners, can still sometimes seem like polar opposites—especially when Paul's unpredictable antics get them suspended without pay. Already strapped for cash and trying to pay for his daughter's wedding, Jimmy decides to sell a rare baseball card that's worth tens of thousands. Unfortunately, when the collector's shop is robbed and the card vanishes with the crook, Paul and Jimmy end up going rogue, tracking down the card and the drug ring behind its theft, all on their own time and without any backup—except for each other.
Deck the Halls

Deck the Halls

Gustave

2006

Determined to unseat Steve Finch's reign as the town's holiday season king, Buddy Hall plasters his house with so many decorative lights that it'll be visible from space! When their wives bond, and their kids follow suit, the two men only escalate their rivalry - and their decorating.
Will & Harper

Will & Harper

Self

2024

When Will Ferrell's good friend Harper comes out as a trans woman, they take a road trip to bond and reintroduce Harper to the country as her true self.
Battle of the Sexes

Battle of the Sexes

Rheo Blair

2017

The true story of the 1973 tennis match between world number one Billie Jean King and ex-champ and serial hustler Bobby Riggs.
The Rocker

The Rocker

Kerr

2008

In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drummer sees his second chance at stardom arise when he is asked to perform with his teenage nephew's high school rock band.
Clerks III

Clerks III

Auditioner

2022

After narrowly surviving a massive heart attack, Randal enlists his old friend Dante to help him make a movie immortalizing their youthful days at the little convenience store that started it all.
SNL50: The Homecoming Concert

SNL50: The Homecoming Concert

Self

2025

Live from Radio City Music Hall, witness the concert of a lifetime with a star-studded lineup bringing together legendary Saturday Night Live hall-of-famers, iconic guests and surprise musical performances.
Jay and Silent Bob Reboot

Jay and Silent Bob Reboot

Merkin

2019

Jay and Silent Bob embark on a cross-country mission to stop Hollywood from rebooting a film based on their comic book characters Bluntman and Chronic.
Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.
How It Ends

How It Ends

Manny

2021

Liza scores an invite to one last wild party before the world ends. But making it there won't be easy, as her car has been stolen, and the clock is ticking on her plan to tie up loose ends with friends and family. Accompanied by her younger self, Liza embarks on a hilarious journey across Los Angeles, running into an eclectic cast of characters.
Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie

Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie

Tino

2004

While Ron Burgundy's rivalry with Veronica Corningstone escalates quickly, a group of unprofessional thieves better known as 'The Alarm Clock' try to make the truth known, whatever that may mean...
7 Days in Hell

7 Days in Hell

Edward Pudding

2015

A fictional documentary-style expose on the rivalry between two tennis stars who battled it out in a 1999 match that lasted seven days.
The Contestant

The Contestant

Denpa Shonen Narrator (voice)

2023

The incredible true story of a man who lived for 15 months trapped inside a small room, naked, starving and alone... and completely unaware that his life was being broadcast on national TV in Japan, to over 15 million viewers a week.
Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters

Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters

Time Lincoln (voice)

2007

An action epic that explores the origins of the Aqua Teen Hunger Force (better known as Master Shake, Frylock, and Meatwad,) who somehow become pitted in a battle over an immortal piece of exercise equipment.

Production

Green Room

Green Room

Thanks

2016

A punk rock band is forced to fight for survival after witnessing an act of violence at a skinhead bar.