Sinbad
Biography
Sinbad is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was born David Adkins on November 10, 1956, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Sinbad is known for his work in the 1990s, including appearances on television series and starring roles in films such as Houseguest, First Kid, and Jingle All the Way. He has a total of 67 known credits. Sinbad is also known for his stage name and has been active in the entertainment industry for many years. In 2020, he experienced a stroke, and in 2026, he returned to the stage for his first comedy shows since the incident.
Career overview
Sinbad is an American actor known for his roles in various films. He gained recognition in the 1990s through his appearances in several movies, including Houseguest, First Kid, and Jingle All the Way. These films showcased his acting abilities and helped establish him as a notable figure in the entertainment industry.
Sinbad's acting credits include numerous film and television appearances. He has worked on a significant number of projects, with a total of 67 known credits. His acting career has spanned multiple decades, with his early work in the 1990s followed by continued involvement in the entertainment industry.
Sinbad's acting career has been marked by his ability to adapt to various roles and genres. He has appeared in a range of films and television shows, demonstrating his versatility as an actor. Despite facing a health crisis in 2020, Sinbad has continued to work on his craft, with his recent stage comeback in 2026 marking a significant milestone in his career.
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- STRAW (2025) as Benny
- Good Burger 2 (2023) as Business Manager (voice)
- Commitment to Life (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- Reunion Road Trip (2021) as Self
- 2 Minutes of Fame (2020) as Self
- Rel (2018) as Dad
- This Is Love (2018) as Self
- Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special (2017) as Self
- Atlanta (2016) as Sinbad
- Vitaminamulch: Air Spectacular (2014) as Roper
- Sinbad: Make Me Wanna Holla (2014) as Himself
- Sinbad: Make Me Wanna Holla (2014) Executive Producer
- James Brown - The Man, The Music & The Message (2014) as Self
- Steven Universe (2013) as Mr. Smiley (voice)
- Planes (2013) as Roper (voice)
- The Eric Andre Show (2012) as Self
- Gotham Comedy Live (2012) as Self - Host
- Sinbad: Where U Been? (2010) as Self
- Sinbad: Where U Been? (2010) Writer
- Thou Shalt Laugh 3 (2008) as Himself
- Cuttin Da Mustard (2008) as Bennie
- Slacker Cats (2007) as Eddie
- Stompin' (2007) as Mr. Jackson
- Comics Unleashed (2006) as Self
- American Dad! (2005) as Sinbad (voice)
- It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) as Sinbad
- Just for Laughs Stand Up, Vol. 1: Best of the Uptown Comics (2005) as Himself
- Comedy Knockouts (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Hansel & Gretel (2002) as Raven (voice)
- Crazy As Hell (2002) as Orderly
- Girlfriends (2000) as Sinbad
- Ready to Run (2000) as Hollywood Shuffle (voice)
- Family Guy (1999) as Sinbad (voice)
- Hollywood Squares (1998) as Self - Panelist
- Good Burger (1997) as Mr. Wheat
- Sinbad: Nothin' but the Funk (1997) as Himself
- Sinbad: Nothin' but the Funk (1997) Writer
- Moesha (1996) as Prof. LeCount
- Cosby (1996)
- Jingle All the Way (1996) as Myron Larabee
- The Cherokee Kid (1996) as Isaiah Turner
- First Kid (1996) as Sam Simms
- First Kid (1996) Executive Producer
- Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco (1996) as Riley (voice)
- Sinbad: Son of a Preacher Man (1996) as Himself
- Sinbad: Son of a Preacher Man (1996) Writer
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as The Frog Prince (voice)
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as Simpleton (voice)
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as Wolfgang (voice)
- Houseguest (1995) as Kevin Franklin
- All That (1994)
- Aliens for Breakfast (1994) as Ari
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Guest
- Coneheads (1993) as Otto
- The Sinbad Show (1993) as David Bryan
- The Sinbad Show (1993) Creator
- The Meteor Man (1993) as Malik, Stacy's Boyfriend
- Sinbad: Afros and Bellbottoms (1993) as Himself
- Sinbad: Afros and Bellbottoms (1993) Writer
- Sinbad: Afros and Bellbottoms (1993) Executive Producer
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You (1992) as Self
- Roc (1991)
- Necessary Roughness (1991) as Andre Krimm
- Sinbad: Brain Damaged (1991) as Himself
- Sinbad: Brain Damaged (1991) Executive Producer
- Sinbad: Brain Damaged (1991) Writer
- Help Save Planet Earth (1990) as Self
- The Arsenio Hall Show (1989)
- That's Adequate (1989) as Standup Comic
- Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 2 (1988)
- A Different World (1987) as Coach Walter Oakes
- Showtime at the Apollo (1987) as Host
- The Redd Foxx Show (1986) as Byron Lightfoot
- Club Med (1986)
- Jeopardy! (1984) as Self
- The Cosby Show (1984) as Davis Sarrette
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Miss Universe (1955) as Host