Stuart Pankin
Biography
Stuart Pankin is a male actor born on April 8, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He is known for his portrayals of Commander Edward Plank in the Zenon trilogy of films and Orthodox Jew Ben Heineman in Curb Your Enthusiasm. Pankin has made numerous guest appearances in various television shows and has lent his voice to several projects. He has been credited in over 120 acting roles. Pankin's birthplace is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, and he is 80 years old as of his birthday in April 2026.
Career overview
Stuart Pankin is a male actor born on April 8, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He has a known for career in acting with over 120 credits. Pankin has made guest appearances in many television shows.
Pankin is also known for his portrayals of Commander Edward Plank in the Zenon trilogy of films and Orthodox Jew Ben Heineman in Curb Your Enthusiasm. These portrayals demonstrate his versatility as an actor and his ability to take on a range of roles. His extensive experience in television and film has allowed him to work in a variety of genres and with different directors.
Pankin's extensive filmography can be found on various online platforms, including The Movie Database, Rotten Tomatoes, and ČSFD.cz. These websites provide a comprehensive list of his acting credits, showcasing his extensive career in the entertainment industry.
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123 titles- The Cowboy Killer (2025) as Brody
- Our (Almost Completely True) Love Story (2023) as Buster
- Deep in the Forest (2021)
- American Christmas (2019) as Jim
- I Might Be Famous (2017) as Pat Wonders
- The Binding (2016) as Dr. Plank
- Girl Meets World (2014) as Principal Yancy
- All I Want for Christmas (2013) as Lewis
- A Christmas Wedding Date (2012) as Santa Sam
- The Artist (2011) as Director #1 (Restaurant)
- Hopelessly in June (2011) as Francaise Flowers
- Shake It Up (2010) as Santa Claus
- Splatter (2009) as Dr. Bellows
- Splatter (2009) as Dr. Bellows
- The Suite Life on Deck (2008) as Simms
- An Accidental Christmas (2007) as Saul
- Boston Legal (2004) as Judge Gilbert Potts
- Miss Cast Away and the Island Girls (2004) as Noah
- Zenon: Z3 (2004) as Cmd. Edward Plank
- That's So Raven (2003) as Mr. Grozowtski
- That's So Raven (2003) as Mr. Grabinsky
- Misadventures in 3D (2003) as The Professor / M.A.X. (voice)
- Now You Know (2002) as Mr. Victim
- The Zeta Project (2001) as Dr. Tanner (voice)
- Zenon: The Zequel (2001) as Cmd. Edward Plank
- Chasing Destiny (2001) as Mike Ditlow
- Uncle Gus: Not So Fast! (2001) as Uncle Gus
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Ben Heineman
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Doctor
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Key Negotiator (voice)
- Action (1999) as Bill Rothstein
- Batman Beyond: The Movie (1999) as Key Negotiator (voice)
- Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century (1999) as Cmd. Edward Plank
- The Settlement (1999) as Insurance Agent
- Encounter in the Third Dimension (1999) as The Professor / M.A.X. (voice)
- Uncle Gus in: For the Love of Monkeys (1999) as Uncle Gus
- The Hughleys (1998) as Santa
- Hercules (1998)
- For Your Love (1998) as Mark Gerard
- Babylon 5: The River of Souls (1998) as James Riley
- Like Father, Like Santa (1998) as Snipes
- Cow and Chicken (1997) as Sergeant / Mailman / Duck Walla (voice)
- The Angry Beavers (1997)
- Dharma & Greg (1997) as Mr. Gottlieb
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Mr. Handy
- Veronica's Closet (1997) as Phil
- Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves (1997) as Gordon Szalinski
- That Darn Cat (1997) as Smoker in Fur Coat
- Superman: The Animated Series (1996) as Doctor Cardy (voice)
- Suddenly Susan (1996) as Andy Bevins
- Striptease (1996) as Alan Mordecai
- Nick Freno: Licensed Teacher (1996) as Kurt Fust
- Bone Chillers (1996) as Mr. Batrachian
- Big Bully (1996) as Gerry
- Congo (1995) as Boyd
- Napoleon (1995) as Perenti Lizard / Father Penguin
- Down, Out and Dangerous (1995) as Calvin Burrows
- The Show Formerly Known as the Martin Short Show (1995)
- Duckman (1994) as (voice)
- Squanto: A Warrior's Tale (1994) as Brother Timothy
- The Silence of the Hams (1994) as Insp. Pete Putrid
- Beanstalk (1994) as Giant
- Father and Scout (1994) as Aaron Deutsch
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Stanley Chamberlain
- Bonkers (1993)
- Betrayal of the Dove (1993) as Gabe
- Adventures in Wonderland (1992) as Scalawag Jones
- Batman: The Animated Series (1992) as Condiment King (voice)
- Mad About You (1992) as Mr. Brodsky
- Woops! (1992) as Santa Claus
- The Vagrant (1992) as Mr. Feemster
- Dinosaurs (1991) as Earl Sinclair (voice)
- The Commish (1991)
- Nurses (1991)
- Mannequin Two: On the Move (1991) as Mr. James
- Life Stinks (1991) as Pritchard
- Arachnophobia (1990) as Sheriff Parsons
- Shannon's Deal (1990)
- Family Matters (1989) as Honest Bob
- Second Sight (1989) as Preston Pickett Ph.D.
- That's Adequate (1989) as Sigmund Freud
- Nearly Departed (1989) as Mike Dooley
- Second Chance (1987) as Mr. DeJack
- Fatal Attraction (1987) as Jimmy
- Love at Stake (1987)
- A Different Affair (1987) as Robert
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Jacques de Courville
- Stingray (1985)
- The Dirt Bike Kid (1985) as Mr. Hodgkins
- Night Court (1984) as Dr. Adelman
- Night Court (1984) as Mr. Shoope
- Who's the Boss? (1984)
- Crazy like a Fox (1984)
- Irreconcilable Differences (1984) as Ronnie
- Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983)
- Not Necessarily the News (1983)
- Family Ties (1982) as Marv
- Fame (1982)
- Matt Houston (1982)
- The Powers of Matthew Star (1982)
- No Soap, Radio (1982)
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Jace Sampson
- Here's Boomer (1981)
- An Eye for an Eye (1981) as Nicky LaBelle
- The Brady Girls Get Married (1981) as Frank
- Earthbound (1981) as Sweeney
- Fridays (1980) as Self
- The Hollywood Knights (1980) as Dudley Laywicker
- Hangar 18 (1980) as Sam Tate
- Valentine Magic on Love Island (1980) as Harvey
- Trapper John, M.D. (1979)
- Knots Landing (1979) as Benny Appleman
- B. J. and the Bear (1979)
- B. J. and the Bear (1979) as Harvey Krepler
- Scavenger Hunt (1979) as Duane
- CHiPs (1977)
- The San Pedro Beach Bums (1977) as Stuf
- The San Pedro Bums (1977) as Stuf
- Next Stop, Greenwich Village (1976) as Party Guest (uncredited)
- Barney Miller (1975) as Donald (uncredited)
- Barney Miller (1975) as Anthony Moreau
- Barney Miller (1975) as Alex Fleischer
- Free to Be… You and Me (1974) as Man in the Maternity Ward
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Stuart Pankin best known for?
Stuart Pankin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Cowboy Killer (2026), Girl Meets World (2014), Adolescence (2025), The Artist (2011).
When and where was Stuart Pankin born?
Stuart Pankin was born on April 8, 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
How many credits does Stuart Pankin have?
Stuart Pankin has accumulated over 123 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2025.
What is Stuart Pankin's background in cinema and television?
Stuart Pankin is a male actor born on April 8, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He is known for his portrayals of Commander Edward Plank in the Zenon trilogy of films and Orthodox Jew Ben Heineman in Curb Your Enthusiasm. Pankin has made numerous guest appearances in various television shows and has lent his v...