Josh Radnor
Biography
Josh Radnor is an American actor, born on July 29, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio. He is known for his portrayal of Ted Mosby on the CBS sitcom. Radnor made his writing and directorial debut with the 2010 comedy-drama film Happythankyoumoreplease, which won the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award. He also wrote, directed, and starred in the 2012 film Liberal Arts, which premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. Radnor has appeared in numerous other projects, with 36 known credits in acting. He has also been involved in theater, starring as Isaac in the Broadway play Disgraced, which was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play.
Career overview
Josh Radnor is an American actor known for his portrayal of Ted Mosby in the CBS sitcom. He has appeared in numerous projects throughout his career, with a total of 36 acting credits. Radnor's acting career spans multiple mediums, including television and film.
In television, Radnor is best known for his role as Ted Mosby in the CBS sitcom, which aired from 2005 to 2014. His performance in the show earned him recognition and a significant following. Radnor's work in television has been a defining aspect of his career, with a notable presence in the industry.
In addition to his television work, Radnor has also made a name for himself in film. He has written, directed, and starred in several movies, including Happythankyoumoreplease and Liberal Arts. These projects showcase Radnor's versatility as an actor and his ability to take on multiple roles within the film industry.
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- The Sacrifice (2025)
- All Happy Families (2024) as Graham Landry
- Three Birthdays (2023) as Rob
- Fleishman Is in Trouble (2022) as Adam Epstein
- Centaurworld (2021) as Durpleton (voice)
- Hunters (2020) as Lonny Flash
- Rise (2018) as Lou Mazzuchelli
- Social Animals (2018) as Paul
- Mercy Street (2016) as Dr. Jed Foster
- The Seeker (2016) as Father
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self - Guest
- The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015) as Self
- Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) as Self
- Off Camera with Sam Jones (2014) as Self
- The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden (2014) as John Garth (voice)
- Afternoon Delight (2013) as Jeff
- Liberal Arts (2012) as Jesse Fisher
- Liberal Arts (2012) Screenplay
- Liberal Arts (2012) Director
- Liberal Arts (2012) Producer
- Happythankyoumoreplease (2011) as Sam
- Happythankyoumoreplease (2011) Screenplay
- Happythankyoumoreplease (2011) Director
- The Megan Mullally Show (2006) as Self - Guest
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) as Jon
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) as Self
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Ted Mosby
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- Miss Match (2003) as Andrew Gilbert
- The Court (2002)
- Six Feet Under (2001) as Will Jaffe
- Not Another Teen Movie (2001) as Tour Guide
- Family Guy (1999) as Ted Mosby (voice)
- Judging Amy (1999) as Justin Barr
- The Early Show (1999) as Self
- The View (1997) as Self
- ER (1994) as Keith
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Top Ten Presenter
- Law & Order (1990) as Robert Kitson
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self - Guest
- Entertainment Tonight (1981) as Self