Adam Savage
Biography
Adam Whitney Savage, born July 15, 1967, in New York City, New York, USA, is an American industrial designer, special‑effects creator, actor, educator and television presenter. He is most widely recognized as the former co‑host of the Discovery Channel series MythBusters, which he presented alongside Jamie Hyneman. In addition to his work on MythBusters, Savage has accumulated 37 acting credits listed in the Movie Database. He is also known by the nickname “The Mythbusters Aaahh! Damn Savage.” His career spans design, fabrication, performance and educational video presentation, establishing him as a prominent figure in popular‑science entertainment.
Career overview
Adam Whitney Savage, born on July 15 1967 in New York City, is an American industrial designer, special‑effects creator, actor, educator and television personality. In addition to his work designing and fabricating props, he is widely recognized for his on‑screen presence, particularly as the former co‑host of the Discovery Channel series MythBusters, a role he shared with Jamie Hyneman. The series combined scientific investigation with a hands‑on, demonstrative style that highlighted Savage’s expertise in building and testing.
According to the Movie Database, Savage is credited with 37 acting roles across film and television, and he is listed among the site’s “Known For Acting” personalities. His acting credits include appearances in the productions Expanze, Savage Builds and Kriminálka Las Vegas, as noted by the Czech‑language film portal Kinobox. These titles illustrate the range of his on‑screen work beyond the science‑focused format of MythBusters, encompassing both scripted and documentary‑style programming.
Throughout his career, Savage’s combination of technical skill and on‑camera charisma has established him as a distinctive figure in popular science entertainment. His contributions as a presenter and performer have been documented in multiple language editions of Wikipedia and in international film databases, confirming his status as a recognized actor and television host.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- Alter Egos (2026)
- Triumph Presents: Let's Make a Poop Live (2024) as Self
- Attack of the Doc! (2023) as Self
- Raca (2023) Executive Producer
- Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters (2022) as Self
- 流言终结者（精选版） (2021)
- 流言终结者（精选版） (2021) Creator
- MythBusters: There's Your Problem (2021) as Self
- Cursed Films (2020) as Self
- Space Songs: Through the Distance (2020) as Self
- Savage Builds (2019) as Himself - Host
- Savage Builds (2019) Executive Producer
- Mythbusters Jr. (2019) as Himself - Host
- 2048: Nowhere to Run (2017) as Shop Patron
- Geeking Out (2016) as Self
- Rifftrax Live: Night of the Shorts - SF Sketchfest 2016 (2016) as Self
- Adam Savage Tours Peter Jackson's Movie Prop Collection (2016) as Himself
- The Expanse (2015) as Mission Specialist
- Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars (2014) as Office Stormtrooper #1 (voice)
- The Wil Wheaton Project (2014) as Self
- An Honest Liar (2014) as Self
- Dangerous Toys (2014) as Himself
- @midnight with Chris Hardwick (2013) as Self
- The Unbelievers (2013) as Self
- RiffTrax Live: Night of the Shorts - SF Sketchfest 2013 (2013) as Himself
- Unchained Reaction (2012)
- Unchained Reaction (2012) Creator
- Night of the Little Dead (2011) as Dan
- The Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear (2010) as Self
- The Darwin Awards (2007) as Adam
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) as Self
- MythBusters (2003) as Self - Host
- MythBusters (2003) Executive Producer
- Ever Since the World Ended (2001) as Engineer
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Lab Technician (uncredited)
- Galaxy Quest (1999) Modeling
- Home Alone 3 (1997) Modeling
- The Simpsons (1989) as Adam Savage (voice)
- Shark Week (1988) as Self - Host
- The George Lucas Talk Show: Live as Self
- Alter Egos
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Adam Savage best known for?
Adam Savage is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Savage Builds (2019), Savage Builds (2019), 2048: Nowhere to Run (2017), A Month in the Country (1987).
When and where was Adam Savage born?
Adam Savage was born on July 15, 1967 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Adam Savage have?
Adam Savage has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2026.
What is Adam Savage's background in cinema and television?
Adam Whitney Savage, born July 15, 1967, in New York City, New York, USA, is an American industrial designer, special‑effects creator, actor, educator and television presenter. He is most widely recognized as the former co‑host of the Discovery Channel series MythBusters, which he presented alongside Jamie Hyneman. In ...
Adam Savage by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Expanse (2015) as Mission Specialist — aged about 47
- The Simpsons (1989) as Adam Savage (voice) — aged about 21
- MythBusters (2003) as Self - Host — aged about 35
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Lab Technician (uncredited) — aged about 32
- Shark Week (1988) as Self - Host — aged about 20
- Savage Builds (2019) as Himself - Host — aged about 51
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