Ken Lerner
Biography
Kenneth Lerner is an American television, stage, and film actor and acting coach who was born on May 27, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. He is known for playing Principal Flutie in the first episodes of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and for earlier roles on Happy Days, in addition to numerous film and television guest-starring roles. His career encompasses 103 known acting credits across television, film, and stage productions.
Career overview
Kenneth Lerner is an American television, stage, and film actor and acting coach who was born on May 27, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States. With a career spanning numerous film and television guest-starring roles, he has established a recognizable presence in the entertainment industry. Among his notable television credits, he is known for playing Principal Flutie in the first episodes of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and for taking on earlier roles on Happy Days.
Throughout his extensive career, his acting work has accumulated numerous credits across various media platforms. As noted in biographical profiles, his career encompasses work in television, stage, and film, supported by his background as an acting coach. His involvement in diverse television series has contributed to his enduring career as a character actor.
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Full Filmography
103 titles- DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (2022) as Joe Zilber
- Gravesend (2020)
- Liza on Demand (2018) as Seymour
- Marlon (2017) as Dr. Pepper
- This Is Us (2016) as Brandon Novak
- American Crime Story (2016) as Howard Weitzman
- Grace and Frankie (2015) as Elliott
- Silicon Valley (2014) as Arthur
- The Goldbergs (2013) as Lou Schwartz
- Anger Management (2012) as Judge
- Glory Daze (2010) as Rabbi Shapiro
- Castle (2009) as Police Attorney
- The League (2009) as Rabbi
- The Mentalist (2008) as Judge
- In Plain Sight (2008) as Hal Alpert
- The Big Bang Theory (2007) as Dr. Schneider
- Undisputed II: Last Man Standing (2006) as Phil
- All In (2006) as Rosenbloom
- Jesus, Mary and Joey (2006) as Saulley
- Close to Home (2005) as Judge Abraham Schlichter
- Weeds (2005) as Rabbi
- Desperate Housewives (2004) as Dr. Bernstein
- Boston Legal (2004) as Howard Bridge
- Mafioso: The Father The Son (2004) as Sid Freeman
- NCIS (2003) as Albert Hencheck
- Two and a Half Men (2003) as Dr. Levine
- Happy Family (2003) as Rick
- National Security (2003) as Hank's Lawyer
- Without a Trace (2002) as Ron Forsythe
- Scrubs (2001) as Mr. James
- They Crawl (2001) as Coroner Glen
- Perfect Lover (2001) as Rosen
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Mr. Nivens
- The Michael Richards Show (2000) as Mulligan
- The West Wing (1999) as Congressman Marino
- The Story of Us (1999) as Dr. Rifkin
- Will & Grace (1998) as Bob
- Two Guys and a Girl (1998) as Police Officer
- Senseless (1998) as Dean Barlow
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) as Principal Flutie
- The Practice (1997) as Rabbi Sam Benzig
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Attorney Dick Raditz
- Don King: Only in America (1997) as Bob Arum
- High Voltage (1997) as Justice of the Peace
- Inside Out (1997) as Judge Levin
- EZ Streets (1996)
- Dead Girl (1996) as Producer
- JAG (1995) as James Reid
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Feinstein
- For Better or Worse (1995) as Sgt. Moss
- Trial by Fire (1995) as Earl Cleaver
- Dream a Little Dream 2 (1995) as James
- Bodily Harm (1995) as Alex Shaw
- Rave Review (1995) as Saul Slobin
- Friends (1994) as Professor Spafford
- ER (1994) as Harry Stopak
- ER (1994) as Stan Siedel
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Jonathan Saunders
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Sid Lumsky
- Fast Getaway II (1994) as Tony Bush
- Relentless IV: Ashes to Ashes (1994) as Al Rosenberg
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as Saul Singer
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Sid Weinberg
- Cafe Americain (1993) as Dr. Rieder
- Mother's Boys (1993) as Analyst
- Diagnosis Murder: A Twist of the Knife (1993) as Bristol
- Unlawful Entry (1992) as Roger Graham
- Diary of a Hitman (1991) as Optometrist
- The Doctor (1991) as Pete
- Fast Getaway (1991) as Tony Bush
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Jerry Korman
- Blossom (1990)
- The Exorcist III (1990) as Dr. Freedman
- RoboCop 2 (1990) as Delaney
- The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989) as Ray
- Relentless (1989) as Arthur
- Immediate Family (1989) as Josh
- Hit List (1989) as Gravenstein
- Maniac Cop (1988) as Mayor Jerry Killium (uncredited)
- The Running Man (1987) as Agent
- Project X (1987) as Finley
- Matlock (1986) as Nolan Wheeler
- Jake Speed (1986) as Ken
- Miracles (1986) as Stuart
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Doctor
- Hollywood Beat (1985)
- Secret Admirer (1985) as Waiter
- Love on the Run (1985) as Aaron
- Hunter (1984) as Howard Nelson
- Irreconcilable Differences (1984) as Doctor
- Best Kept Secrets (1984) as Lawyer
- Family Ties (1982) as Mr. Feinman
- The Million Dollar Infield (1982) as Long Island Bucks Player
- Any Which Way You Can (1980) as Tony Paoli Jr.
- Gas Pump Girls (1979) as Peewee
- The Last Resort (1979) as Dentist
- The Two-Five (1978) as Desk Officer
- Hot Tomorrows (1977) as Michael
- Grand Theft Auto (1977) as Eagle I
- Columbo (1971) as Walter Neff
- Peep Show as Jerry Burton
- The Auschwitz Bagel as Rabbi
- Omi as Rabbi Avrum Meyersohn
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ken Lerner best known for?
Ken Lerner is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (2022), This Is Us (2016), American Crime Story (2016), Grace and Frankie (2015).
When and where was Ken Lerner born?
Ken Lerner was born on May 27, 1948 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Ken Lerner have?
Ken Lerner has accumulated over 103 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2022.
What is Ken Lerner's background in cinema and television?
Kenneth Lerner is an American television, stage, and film actor and acting coach who was born on May 27, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. He is known for playing Principal Flutie in the first episodes of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and for earlier roles on Happy Days, in addition to n...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Mentalist (2008) as Judge — aged about 60
- Friends (1994) as Professor Spafford — aged about 46
- The West Wing (1999) as Congressman Marino — aged about 51
- This Is Us (2016) as Brandon Novak — aged about 68
- Silicon Valley (2014) as Arthur — aged about 66
- Scrubs (2001) as Mr. James — aged about 53
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