B.J. Novak

B.J. Novak

45 · Born: Jul 31, 1979

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJul 31, 1979 Newton, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
  • Linda Novak (Manaly)
  • William Novak
Relatives
  • Jesse Novak (Sibling)
  • Lev Novak (Sibling)

Biography

B. J. Novak, a Jewish-American triple threat, hails from the charming town of Newton, Massachusetts, where he was destined to make a lasting impact on the world of entertainment. Novak's claim to fame is undoubtedly his iconic portrayal of Ryan Howard, the lovable and quirky character from the hit television series The Office. But Novak's talents didn't stop there; he also had a hand in crafting several episodes of the show, showcasing his impressive writing skills.

In addition to his work on The Office, Novak has had a successful career in film, appearing in a diverse range of projects. He brought his unique charm to roles in Saving Mr. Banks, Knocked Up, Reign Over Me, The Internship, and The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Novak's versatility as an actor is truly impressive, and he has consistently demonstrated his ability to adapt to a wide variety of characters and genres.

One of Novak's most notable film credits is his role in Quentin Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds, a critically acclaimed war drama that showcases his impressive range as an actor. He also appeared in The Founder, a biographical drama that tells the story of Ray Kroc's rise to success with McDonald's.

But Novak's filmography doesn't stop there. He also had a starring role in The Smurfs duology, a family-friendly franchise that brought joy to audiences around the world. Throughout his career, Novak has consistently proven himself to be a talented and versatile actor, writer, and director, and he continues to be a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Career

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2022
Vengeance
Vengeance as Ben Manalowitz
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2016
The Founder
The Founder as Harry J. Sonneborn
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2015
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2014
The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 as Allistar Smythe
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The Newsroom
The Newsroom as Lucas Pruit
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2013
Saving Mr. Banks
Saving Mr. Banks as Robert Sherman
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The Smurfs 2
The Smurfs 2 as Baker Smurf (voice)
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The Internship
The Internship as Male Interviewer
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2012
The Dictator
The Dictator as (uncredited)
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2011
The Smurfs
The Smurfs as Baker Smurf (voice)
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2009
Inglourious Basterds
Inglourious Basterds as PFC. Smithson Utivich
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2007
Reign Over Me
Reign Over Me as Mr. Fallon
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Knocked Up
Knocked Up as Young Doctor
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2006
Unaccompanied Minors
Unaccompanied Minors as Desk Attendant
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2005
The Office
The Office as Ryan Howard
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2003
Punk'd
Punk'd as Field Agent
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2022
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2021
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2014
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2013
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2012
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2010
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2022
Vengeance
Vengeance as Director, Writer
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2021
The Premise
The Premise as Creator