Dave Attell
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 18, 1965 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1975–2025 (51 Years)
- Total Credits
- 92 credits in database
Biography
David Attell is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer born on January 18, 1965, in Queens, New York City, New York. He is best known as the host of Comedy Central's Insomniac with Dave Attell, a role that earned him a cult following. Across his career in film and television, he holds a total of 79 recognized credits. His acting filmography includes appearances in the feature films Pootie Tang released in 2001, Trainwreck released in 2015, and I Feel Pretty released in 2018.
Career overview
David Attell is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer born on January 18, 1965, in Queens, New York City, New York. He is best known as the host of Comedy Central's Insomniac with Dave Attell, a role that earned him a cult following.
In addition to his hosting work, Attell has built a recognizable acting and writing career in film and television, with 79 known credits according to database records. Among his film appearances, he is known for his work in the movies Pootie Tang, released in 2001, Trainwreck, released in 2015, and I Feel Pretty, released in 2018.
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Full Filmography
92 titles- Kinda Pregnant (2025) as Shirley’s Father
- Is This Thing On? (2025) as Cellar Comic #2
- Kill Tony: Mayhem at Madison Square Garden (2025) as Self
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2024) as Kosher Food Mart Clerk
- Ian Fidance: Wild, Happy & Free (2024)
- Dave Attell: Hot Cross Buns (2024) as Himself
- Dave Attell: Hot Cross Buns (2024) Writer
- Bupkis (2023) as Park Guest
- Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill (2022) as Self
- Sam Morril: Full Capacity (2021)
- This Is Stand-Up (2020) as Self
- Lights Out with David Spade (2019) as Self - Panelist
- 25 Sets (2019) as Self
- I Feel Pretty (2018) as Really Tan Dude
- Crashing (2017)
- Gilbert (2017) as Self
- Dying Laughing (2017) as Self
- I Am Battle Comic (2017)
- Oh, Rick! (2017) as Self
- Difficult People (2015) as New York City
- Trainwreck (2015) as Noam
- Dave Attell: Road Work (2014) as Himself
- Dave Attell: Road Work (2014) Executive Producer
- Dave Attell: Road Work (2014) Writer
- The Jeselnik Offensive (2013) as Self
- The Burn with Jeff Ross (2012) as Self
- Bob's Burgers (2011) as Scalper (voice)
- Give It Up for Greg Giraldo (2011) as Self
- Conan (2010) as Self
- The Green Room with Paul Provenza (2010) as Self
- Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo (2010) as GPS (voice)
- I Am Comic (2010) as Self
- Tosh.0 (2009)
- Funny People (2009) as Dave Attell
- The Naked Brothers Band: Naked Idol (2009) as Himself
- The Great Buck Howard (2008) as Las Vegas Husband
- Harold (2008) as Barker
- History of the Joke (2008) as Self
- The Naked Brothers Band (2007)
- Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project (2007) as Self
- Heckler (2007) as Self
- Twisted Fortune (2007) as Abbot
- Comedy Club Greats (2007) as Self
- Hell On Wheels (2007) as Himself
- Dave Attell: Captain Miserable (2007) as Himself
- Dave Attell: Captain Miserable (2007) Writer
- Dave Attell: Captain Miserable (2007) Executive Producer
- Scary Movie 4 (2006) as Knifeman
- Comedy Club Shoot-out: Vol. 1 (2006) as Self
- Just for Laughs Stand Up, Vol. 2: On the Edge (2006) as Self
- Dave Attell: Hey, Your Mouth's Not Pregnant! (2006) as Himself
- Dave Attell: Hey, Your Mouth's Not Pregnant! (2006) Writer
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) as Self
- Mind of Mencia (2005)
- Crazy for Love (2005) as Efram the Driver
- The Ron White Show (2005)
- New Car Smell (2005) as Harry
- Dave Attell's Insomniac Tour: Uncensored! (2005)
- Arrested Development (2003) as Dave Attell
- Abby Singer (2003) as Dave Attell (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley (2003) as Audience Member (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Best of Insomniac with Dave Attell Volume 1 (2003) as Himself
- The Best of Insomniac with Dave Attell Volume 2 (2003) as Himself
- Pootie Tang (2001) as Frank
- Insomniac with Dave Attell (2001) as Self - Host
- Ed (2000) as Brad Campbell
- Comedy Central Presents: Dave Attell (1999)
- Los Enchiladas! (1999) as Don
- Comedy Central Presents (1998) as Self
- The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Drew Carey (1998) as Self
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- Everybody Loves Raymond (1996) as Dave
- Pulp Comics (1996) as himself
- Dave Attell - HBO Comedy Half-Hour (1996) as Himself
- Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist (1995) as Dave (voice)
- Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist (1995) Additional Writing
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Comedy Guest
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- Caesar's Salad (1990) as Bad Cop
- The Simpsons (1989) as Luke (voice)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Audience Member (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Audience Member / Frank Sinatra Jr. (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Ron Silver (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Frankie Carbone / Audience Member (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Spectator (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Dancer (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) Writer
- AVN Awards as Self - Host
- Cinema Insomnia as Self
- The Adventures of Drunky as Demon (voice)
- Untitled Mitch Hedberg Documentary as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dave Attell best known for?
Dave Attell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Kinda Pregnant (2025), Is This Thing On? (2025), Kill Tony: Mayhem at Madison Square Garden (2025), Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2024).
When and where was Dave Attell born?
Dave Attell was born on January 18, 1965 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Dave Attell have?
Dave Attell has accumulated over 92 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2025.
What is Dave Attell's background in cinema and television?
David Attell is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer born on January 18, 1965, in Queens, New York City, New York. He is best known as the host of Comedy Central's Insomniac with Dave Attell, a role that earned him a cult following. Across his career in film and television, he holds a total of 79 recognized...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Simpsons (1989) as Luke (voice) — aged about 24
- Arrested Development (2003) as Dave Attell — aged about 38
- Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist (1995) as Dave (voice) — aged about 30
- Bob's Burgers (2011) as Scalper (voice) — aged about 46
- Ed (2000) as Brad Campbell — aged about 35
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest — aged about 28
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