Rory Scovel
Biography
Rory J. Scovel (born August 6, 1980, in Greenville, South Carolina) is an American comedian, actor and writer. He entered television as a main‑cast member of the sitcom Ground Floor, which aired from 2013 to 2015, and later joined the ensemble of Those Who Can't, appearing from 2016 to 2019. Scovel also contributed as a writer and performer on the surreal comedy series The Eric Andre Show between 2012 and 2016. In film, he co‑starred in the 2018 romantic‑comedy feature I Feel Pretty. Expanding into his own projects, he created and starred in the Comedy Central series Robbie, which premiered in 2020.
Career overview
Rory J. Scovel began gaining visibility in television as a writer and performer on the comedy series The Eric Andre Show, contributing to the program from 2012 through 2016. His work on the show showcased his improvisational style and helped establish his reputation within the alternative comedy scene. Following this, Scovel secured a regular acting position on the sitcom Ground Floor, appearing as a main cast member from 2013 until the series concluded in 2015. He continued to build his television résumé with another principal role on the series Those Who Can’t, where he was part of the core ensemble from 2016 through 2019, further demonstrating his ability to blend comedic timing with character work in a multi‑camera format.
In addition to his television work, Scovel expanded into film, co‑starring in the 2018 romantic‑comedy feature I Feel Pretty, a role that placed him alongside a broader Hollywood cast. Returning to television in the 2020s, he created and headlined the Comedy Central series Robbie, debuting in 2020 and allowing him to shape both the narrative and comedic tone of the show. Across these projects, Scovel has consistently combined writing and acting, contributing to the development of contemporary comedy on both the small and large screens.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
60 titles- Rooster (2026) as Officer Donnie Mullins
- Plantman & Blondie: A Dress Up Gang Film (2026) as Rory
- Rory Scovel: Show Must Go On (2026) as Self
- You're Cordially Invited (2025) as Colton
- After Midnight (2024) as Self
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus / Customer (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Snestro / Darryl (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus the Goon / Goon 1 (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus / Staff Person (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus / Reginald (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus (voice)
- Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024) as Gus / Redneck 1 / Trent (voice)
- No Good Deed (2024) as Bobby Barnett
- Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex and a Few Things In Between (2024) as Self
- Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex and a Few Things In Between (2024) Executive Producer
- Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex and a Few Things In Between (2024) Writer
- Based on a True Story (2023) as Gustav
- Old Dads (2023) as Terrance Huffy-Schwinn
- 69 Minutes with Tom Segura (2023) as Self
- Babylon (2022) as The Count
- Physical (2021) as Danny Rubin
- Distancing Socially (2021) as Ben
- Rory Scovel: Live Without Fear (2021) as Himself
- Robbie (2020) as Robbie
- Harley Quinn (2019) as Gus / Maitre'd (Voice)
- Harley Quinn (2019) as Gus / Assassin (voice)
- Harley Quinn (2019) as Gus (voice)
- Black Monday (2019) as Agent Crandall
- mixed-ish (2019) as Bob Lee
- The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale (2018) as Self - Special Guest
- I Feel Pretty (2018) as Ethan
- The Jim Jefferies Show (2017) as Self
- The House (2017) as Joe
- Gutbuster (2017) as Self
- Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for the First Time (2017) as Self
- Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for the First Time (2017) Writer
- HarmonQuest (2016) as Krandrelarius
- Wrecked (2016) as Corey
- Party Legends (2016)
- The Great Indoors (2016) as Ricky
- Those Who Can't (2016) as Geoffrey Quinn
- Dean (2016) as Eric
- Reggie Watts: Spatial (2016) as Self
- Superstore (2015) as Brian
- Another Period (2015) as Men's Club Member
- Rory Scovel: The Charleston Special (2015) as Himself
- Rory Scovel: The Charleston Special (2015) Writer
- Rory Scovel: The Charleston Special (2015) Executive Producer
- Second Thoughts (2015) as Nebula
- Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) as Self
- Undateable (2014) as Kevin
- The No Look Dunk (2014)
- @midnight with Chris Hardwick (2013) as Self
- Ground Floor (2013) as Mark "Harvard" Shrake
- The Eric Andre New Year's Eve Spooktacular (2012) as Self
- Conan (2010) as Self
- Modern Family (2009) as Carl
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Judgment Day
- Silverbacks as Cameron
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rory Scovel best known for?
Rory Scovel is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Rooster (2026), You're Cordially Invited (2025), After Midnight (2024), Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (2024).
When and where was Rory Scovel born?
Rory Scovel was born on August 6, 1980 in Greenville, South Carolina, USA.
How many credits does Rory Scovel have?
Rory Scovel has accumulated over 60 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2026.
What is Rory Scovel's background in cinema and television?
Rory J. Scovel (born August 6, 1980, in Greenville, South Carolina) is an American comedian, actor and writer. He entered television as a main‑cast member of the sitcom Ground Floor, which aired from 2013 to 2015, and later joined the ensemble of Those Who Can't, appearing from 2016 to 2019. Scovel also contributed as ...