Albert Brooks
Biography
Albert Brooks is an American actor born on July 22, 1947, in Beverly Hills, California. He has appeared in numerous films, including Taxi Driver, Private Benjamin, Unfaithfully Yours, and My First Mister. Brooks has also written, directed, and starred in several comedy films, such as Modern Romance, Lost in America, and Defending Your Life. He received an Academy Award nomination for his performance in the 1987 film Broadcast News. Additionally, Brooks has been praised for his portrayal of a character in the 2011 action drama film Drive. He has a long list of acting credits, with 69 known credits in his filmography.
Career overview
Albert Brooks is an American actor known for his work in various films. He has appeared in notable movies such as Taxi Driver, Private Benjamin, Unfaithfully Yours, and My First Mister. Brooks has also been recognized for his performances in other films, including Broadcast News and Drive, the latter of which earned him praise for his portrayal of a ruthless character.
In addition to his acting career, Brooks has also worked as a writer, director, and star in several comedy films. His notable works in this genre include Modern Romance, Lost in America, and Defending Your Life. These films showcase his versatility as a filmmaker and his ability to create engaging comedic stories.
Throughout his career, Brooks has accumulated a significant number of credits, with 69 known credits listed. His work has been well-received, with a Content Score of 100, indicating a high level of quality and recognition.
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Full filmography
- Ella McCay (2025) as Governor Bill
- Breakdown: 1975 (2025) as Self
- Rob Reiner – Scenes from a Life (2025) as Self
- Albert Brooks: Defending My Life (2023) as Self
- The Super Bob Einstein Movie (2021) as Self
- Albert Brooks and Robert Weide (2021) as Self
- I Love You, Daddy (2017) as Dick Welker (voice)
- Finding Dory (2016) as Marlin (voice)
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016) as Tiberius (voice)
- Concussion (2015) as Dr. Cyril Wecht
- The Little Prince (2015) as The Businessman (voice)
- A Most Violent Year (2014) as Andrew Walsh
- This Is 40 (2012) as Larry
- Drive (2011) as Bernie Rose
- The Simpsons Movie (2007) as Russ Cargill (voice)
- The Pixar Story (2007) as Marlin (voice) (archive footage)
- Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) as Albert Brooks
- Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) Director
- Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) Writer
- Weeds (2005) as Lenny Botwin
- Real Time with Bill Maher (2003) as Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Finding Nemo (2003) as Marlin (voice)
- The In-Laws (2003) as Jerry Peyser
- Exploring the Reef (2003) as Marlin (voice)
- The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s (2002) as Self (archive footage)
- My First Mister (2001) as Randall ("R")
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Albert Brooks
- Making 'Taxi Driver' (1999) as Self
- The Muse (1999) as Steven Phillips
- The Muse (1999) Director
- The Muse (1999) Writer
- Doctor Dolittle (1998) as Tiger (voice)
- Out of Sight (1998) as Richard Ripley
- Inside 'Out of Sight' (1998) as Self
- The View (1997) as Self
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1997)
- Critical Care (1997) as Dr. Butz
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- Mother (1996) as John Henderson
- Mother (1996) Director
- Mother (1996) Writer
- I'll Do Anything (1994) as Burke Adler
- The Scout (1994) as Al Percolo
- The Scout (1994) Screenplay
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992) as Self
- Defending Your Life (1991) as Daniel Miller
- Defending Your Life (1991) Director
- Defending Your Life (1991) Screenplay
- The Simpsons (1989) as Hank Scorpio (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Slick Manager (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Brad Goodman (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Jacques (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Cowboy Bob (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Tab Spangler / Jacques (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Dr. Raufbold (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Greg (voice)
- Broadcast News (1987) as Aaron Altman
- Lost in America (1985) as David Howard
- Lost in America (1985) Writer
- Lost in America (1985) Director
- Unfaithfully Yours (1984) as Norman Robbins
- Terms of Endearment (1983) as Rudyard Greenway (voice)
- Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983) as Driver
- Modern Romance (1981) as Robert Cole
- Modern Romance (1981) Screenplay
- Modern Romance (1981) Director
- Private Benjamin (1980) as Yale Goodman
- Real Life (1979) as Albert Brooks
- Real Life (1979) Director
- Real Life (1979) Writer
- Taxi Driver (1976) as Tom
- Audience Research (1976) as Albert Brooks
- Audience Research (1976) Director
- Audience Research (1976) Writer
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Interviewer (voice)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Heart Surgeon
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Bob
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Interviewer
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self
- Sick (1975) as Albert Brooks
- Sick (1975) Writer
- Sick (1975) Director
- Upcoming Season (1975) as Bob
- Upcoming Season (1975) Director
- Upcoming Season (1975) Writer
- The Impossible Truth (1975) as Interviewer (voice)
- The Impossible Truth (1975) Director
- The Impossible Truth (1975) Writer
- Open Heart Surgery (1975) as Albert Brooks
- Open Heart Surgery (1975) Writer
- Open Heart Surgery (1975) Director
- Home Movies & Failed Candid-Camera Stunts (1975) as Albert Brooks
- Home Movies & Failed Candid-Camera Stunts (1975) Writer
- Home Movies & Failed Candid-Camera Stunts (1975) Director
- Albert Brooks' Famous School for Comedians (1972) as Self
- Albert Brooks' Famous School for Comedians (1972) Editor
- Albert Brooks' Famous School for Comedians (1972) Writer
- Albert Brooks' Famous School for Comedians (1972) Director
- The New Dick Van Dyke Show (1971) as Dr. Norman
- The Great American Dream Machine (1971) as Himself
- The Odd Couple (1970) as Rudy
- Love, American Style (1969) as Christopher
- The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour (1969) as Self
- Hot Wheels (1969) as Kip Chogi (voice)
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
- Loving Dory as Marlin (voice)