Joel H. Cohen
- Known For
- Writing
- Birthplace
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Active Years
- 1989–2026 (38 Years)
- Total Credits
- 29 credits in database
Biography
Joel H. Cohen is a Canadian writer known for his work on Saturday Night Live, Suddenly Susan, and The Simpsons. He was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1988 from the University of Alberta. He is the younger brother of Robert Cohen, who was a one-time writer for The Simpsons and penned the season three episode Flaming Moe's. In addition to his television writing, Joel H. Cohen is the author of the non-fiction book How to Lose a Marathon, which recounts his training for and running of the New York marathon. The book was released on April 4, 2017, by Abrams, and was also released as an audiobook by Audible.
Career overview
Joel H. Cohen is a Canadian writer known for his work across television and publishing. Born in Calgary, Alberta, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1988 from the University of Alberta. His television writing career includes contributions to Saturday Night Live, Suddenly Susan, and The Simpsons. He is the younger brother of Robert Cohen, who is a one-time writer for The Simpsons and penned the season three episode Flaming Moe's.
In addition to his television writing credits, Joel H. Cohen is the author of the non-fiction book How to Lose a Marathon. The book chronicles his training for and running of the New York marathon. It was released on April 4, 2017, by Abrams, and was also published as an audiobook by Audible.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
29 titles- Yellow Mirror (2026) Co-Executive Producer
- Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition (2026) Co-Executive Producer
- Simpsley (2026) Co-Executive Producer
- Estate of Mind (2026) Executive Producer
- Super Team Canada (2025) Executive Producer
- Super Team Canada (2025) Writer
- Super Team Canada (2025) Creator
- The Simpsons: O C'mon All Ye Faithful (2024) Co-Executive Producer
- May the 12th Be with You (2024) Writer
- Welcome to the Club (2022) Writer
- Welcome to the Club (2022) Producer
- Extinct (2021) Producer
- Extinct (2021) Writer
- The Simpsons in Plusaversary (2021) Writer
- The Simpsons in Plusaversary (2021) Producer
- Maggie Simpson in "The Force Awakens from Its Nap" (2021) Writer
- The Simpsons | Balenciaga (2021) Writer
- The Angry Birds Movie (2016) Creative Consultant
- Clash-A-Rama (2016) Creator
- Maggie Simpson in "The Longest Daycare" (2012) Writer
- Crash Canyon (2011) Writer
- Crash Canyon (2011) Creator
- The Simpsons Movie (2007) Story Consultant
- Suddenly Susan (1996) Writer
- The Simpsons (1989) as Old Joel (voice)
- The Simpsons (1989) Writer
- The Simpsons (1989) Producer
- The Simpsons (1989) Teleplay
- Perdita Executive Producer
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What movies or TV shows is Joel H. Cohen best known for?
Joel H. Cohen is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Yellow Mirror (2026), Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition (2026), Simpsley (2026), Estate of Mind (2026).
When and where was Joel H. Cohen born?
Joel H. Cohen was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
How many credits does Joel H. Cohen have?
Joel H. Cohen has accumulated over 29 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2026.
What is Joel H. Cohen's background in cinema and television?
Joel H. Cohen is a Canadian writer known for his work on Saturday Night Live, Suddenly Susan, and The Simpsons. He was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1988 from the University of Alberta. He is the younger brother of Robert Cohen, who was a one-time writer for The Simpsons...
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