Alan Arkin
Alan Arkin is an American actor renowned for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. He gained fame through films such as 'The In-Laws', 'Little Miss Sunshine', and 'Argo'. Arkin is celebrated for his distinctive voice and ability to portray complex characters, earning him... Read More
Known for
Argo (2012)
As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter...
Gattaca (1997)
In a future society in the era of indefinite eugenics, humans are set on a life course depending on their DNA. Young Vincent Freeman...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 |
"Sr."A portrait of the life and career of Robert Downey Sr. (1936-2021), the visionary and fearless US filmmaker — father... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Minions: The Rise of GruA fanboy of a supervillain supergroup known as the Vicious 6, Gru hatches a plan to become evil enough to... |
Wild Knuckles (voice) | |
| 2020 |
Spenser ConfidentialSpenser, a former Boston patrolman who just got out from prison, teams up with Hawk, an aspiring fighter, to unravel... |
Henry | |
| 2019 |
DumboA young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a struggling circus, but when the circus plans... |
J. Griffin Remington | |
| 2018 |
The Kominsky MethodActing coach Sandy Kominsky and best friend Norman Newlander keep each other laughing as they navigate the ups and downs... |
Norman Newlander | |
| 2017 |
Going in StyleDesperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking... |
Albert Garner | |
| 2016 |
Naples '44A British Intelligence Officer in Naples at the end of World War II: Norman Lewis's acknowledged masterpiece about a war-torn... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
15 Septembers LaterFeaturing interviews with key political figures including President George W Bush, Vice President Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, Rudolph Giuliani, Michael... |
Narrator | |
| 2015 |
Love the CoopersWhen four generations of the Cooper clan come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration, a series of unexpected visitors... |
Bucky Newport | |
| 2015 |
Alan Arkin: Live from the TCM Classic Film FestivalAcademy Award-winning actor Alan Arkin discusses his life and career with TCM host Robert Osborne at the 2014 TCM Classic... |
Unknown character | |
| 2014 |
BoJack HorsemanMeet the most beloved sitcom horse of the '90s , 20 years later. He's a curmudgeon with a heart of...not... |
J.D. Salinger (voice) | |
| 2014 |
Million Dollar ArmIn a last-ditch effort to save his career, sports agent JB Bernstein dreams up a wild game plan to find... |
Ray Arkin | |
| 2014 |
In SecurityThe owners of a failing security company start robbing houses to boost business. |
Officer Riggs | |
| 2013 |
Grudge MatchA pair of aging boxing rivals are coaxed out of retirement to fight one final bout -- 30 years after... |
Louis 'Lightning' Conlon | |
| 2013 |
The Incredible Burt WonderstoneAfter breaking up with his longtime stage partner, a famous but jaded Vegas magician fights for relevance when a new,... |
Rance Holloway | |
| 2012 |
Stand Up GuysAfter serving 28 years in prison for accidentally killing the son of a crime boss, newly paroled gangster Val reunites... |
Richard Hirsch | |
| 2012 |
Starring Sigmund FreudStarring Sigmund Freud is a video memento for Sigmund Freud's little-known film career. Based on an essay John Menick published... |
Unknown character | |
| 2012 |
ArgoAs the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans... |
Lester Siegel | |
| 2012 |
Thin IceA dishonest insurance salesman's life quickly disintegrates during a Wisconsin winter when he teams up with a psychopath to steal... |
Gorvy Hauer | |
| 2012 |
Inside ComedyHalf hour comedy documentary series from veteran funny-man David Steinberg and Steve Carell reveals the inspirations, influences and idols of... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
The MuppetsWhen Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary,... |
Tour Guide | |
| 2011 |
The Change-UpLifelong friends Dave and Mitch are envious of the other's life. Mitch thinks Dave has it all: a beautiful, loving... |
Mitch's Dad | |
| 2009 |
The Private Lives of Pippa LeeAfter her much older husband forces a move to a suburban retirement community, Pippa Lee engages in a period of... |
Herb Lee | |
| 2009 |
City IslandThe Rizzos, a family who doesn't share their habits, aspirations, and careers with one another, find their delicate web of... |
Michael Malakov | |
| 2008 |
Marley & MeA newly married couple, in the process of starting a family, learn many of life's important lessons from their trouble-loving... |
Arnie Klein | |
| 2008 |
WisdomInspired by the idea that the greatest gift one generation can give to another is the wisdom it has gained... |
Unknown character | |
| 2008 |
Get SmartWhen members of the nefarious crime syndicate KAOS attack the U.S. spy agency Control and the identities of secret agents... |
The Chief | |
| 2008 |
Sunshine CleaningA single mother and her slacker sister find an unexpected way to turn their lives around in this off-beat dramatic... |
Joe Lorkowski | |
| 2007 |
RenditionWhen an Egyptian terrorism suspect "disappears" on a flight from Africa to Washington DC, his American wife and a CIA... |
Senator Hawkins | |
| 2006 |
Raising FlaggA comedy centered on a handyman (Arkin) and his lifelong competition with his neighbor (Pendleton.) |
Flagg Purdy | |
| 2006 |
The Santa Clause 3: The Escape ClauseNow that Santa and Mrs. Claus have the North Pole running smoothly, the Counsel of Legendary Figures has called an... |
Bud Newman | |
| 2006 |
CrossroadsThe life of a young Jesuit seminarian is turned upside down when he falls in love with a young woman... |
Father Behnke | |
| 2006 |
Second City: First Family of ComedyThe series traces the evolution of one of the world's most successful comedy troupes from its humble beginnings as a... |
Self | |
| 2006 |
Little Miss SunshineA family loaded with quirky, colorful characters piles into an old van and road trips to California for little Olive... |
Edwin Hoover | |
| 2006 |
FirewallState-of-the-art security system creator Jack Stanfield has cemented his reputation as a man who's thought of everything. But when a... |
Arlin Forester | |
| 2004 |
ErosA three-part anthology about love and sexuality: a menage-a-trois between a couple and a young woman on the coast of... |
Dr. Pearl / Hal | |
| 2004 |
NoelWith Christmas Eve just around the corner in bustling New York, five lonely and sad strangers find their lives inadvertently... |
Artie | |
| 2003 |
The Ellen DeGeneres ShowThe Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
And Starring Pancho Villa as HimselfIn 1914, the Mexican revolutionary Pancho Villa invites studios to shoot his actual battles against Porfírio Diaz army to raise... |
Sam Drebben | |
| 2003 |
The Pentagon PapersThis compelling political drama is based on the true story of high-ranking Pentagon official Daniel Ellsberg, who, during the Nixon... |
Harry Rowen | |
| 2001 |
Thirteen Conversations About One ThingIn New York City, the lives of a lawyer, an actuary, a house-cleaner, a professor, and the people around them... |
Gene | |
| 2001 |
America's SweetheartsIn the midst of a nasty public breakup of married movie stars, a studio publicist scrambles to put a cap... |
Wellness Guide | |
| 2001 |
Varian's WarVarian Fry rescues more than 2,000 artists from Nazi persecution during World War II. |
Freier | |
| 2001 |
100 Centre Street100 Centre Street is an American legal drama created by Sidney Lumet and starring Alan Arkin, Val Avery, Bobby Cannavale,... |
Joe Rifkind | |
| 2000 |
Blood MoneyA family run business is being forced to become a front for the mob. Ronnie (Brian Bloom) stands up against... |
Willy 'the Hammer' Canzaro | |
| 2000 |
MagiciansA con-man and a wannabe professional magician team up with a waitress and an old professional on their way to... |
Milo | |
| 1999 |
Jakob the LiarIn 1944 Poland, a Jewish shop keeper named Jakob is summoned to ghetto headquarters after being caught out after curfew.... |
Max Frankfurter | |
| 1998 |
Will & GraceWill Truman and Grace Adler are best friends living in New York, and when Grace's engagement falls apart, she moves... |
Martin Adler | |
| 1998 |
Slums of Beverly HillsIn 1976, a lower-middle-class teenager struggles to cope living with her neurotic family of nomads on the outskirts of Beverly... |
Murray Samuel Abromowitz | |
| 1997 |
Four Days in SeptemberFernando, a journalist, and his friend César join terrorist group MR8 in order to fight Brazilian dictatorial regime during the... |
Charles Burke Elbrick | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1997 |
GattacaVincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who... |
Detective Hugo | |
| 1997 |
Grosse Pointe BlankHitman Martin Blank becomes a moving target after he rebuffs a fellow assassin's invitation to form a union. On the... |
Dr. Oatman | |
| 1996 |
Mother NightAn American spy behind the lines during WWII serves as a Nazi propagandist, a role he cannot escape in his... |
George Kraft | |
| 1996 |
Heck's Way HomeAfter getting lost the day his family travels 2,000 miles in preparation for a move to Australia, this clever, loyal,... |
Dogcatcher | |
| 1995 |
Picture WindowsFamous paintings come to life to tell a story by renowned authors, directed by world class directors. |
Tully | |
| 1995 |
Steal Big Steal LittleRuben and Robby are twin brothers, adopted by Mona, one of the wealthiest - and most eccentric - women in... |
Lou Perilli | |
| 1995 |
The Jerky BoysWhen two unemployed telephone pranksters decide to use their vocal "talents" to impersonate a Chicago mob boss and curry favor... |
Ernie Lazarro | |
| 1994 |
Chicago HopeChicago Hope is an American medical drama television series, created by David E. Kelley. It ran on CBS from September... |
Zoltan Karpathein | |
| 1994 |
Doomsday GunDr Gerald Bull was a genius at designing and building superguns (very large long range guns capable of shooting at... |
Yossi | |
| 1994 |
NorthEleven-year-old North has had it with his parents. They are always busy with their careers and don't give North the... |
Judge Buckle | |
| 1993 |
So I Married an Axe MurdererJust after a bad breakup, Charlie MacKenzie falls for lovely butcher Harriet Michaels and introduces her to his parents. But,... |
Tony's Boss (uncredited) | |
| 1993 |
Taking the HeatWhen Michael Norell witnesses a murder, he doesn't want to testify but he is forced to by the police. A... |
Tommy Canard | |
| 1993 |
Indian SummerA group of childhood friends, now in their thirties, reunite at Camp Tamakwa. Only a few of the original campers... |
Unca Lou Handler | |
| 1993 |
CooperstownA retired baseball player reflects on the mistakes and problems of the past 35 years when he is overlooked for... |
Harry Willette | |
| 1992 |
Glengarry Glen RossTimes are tough at Premiere Properties. Shelley "the machine" Levene and Dave Moss are veteran salesmen, but only Ricky Roma... |
George Aaronow | |
| 1991 |
The RocketeerA stunt pilot comes across a prototype jetpack that gives him the ability to fly. However, evil forces of the... |
A. 'Peevy' Peabody | |
| 1990 |
The Making of Edward ScissorhandsBehind the scenes of Edward Scissorhands |
Self | |
| 1990 |
HavanaDuring the revolution, a high-stakes gambler arrives in Cuba seeking to win big in poker games. Along the way, he... |
Joe Volpi | |
| 1990 |
Edward ScissorhandsA small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward. |
Bill | |
| 1990 |
Coupe de VilleMeet the Libner brothers: Marvin, the oldest, is a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Buddy, the middle child, is... |
Fred Libner | |
| 1988 |
Necessary PartiesFifteen-year-old Chris Mills isn't too happy with his divorcing parents. In fact, he doesn't want them to split at all,... |
Archie Corelli | |
| 1987 |
Escape from SobiborThe true story of WWII's notorious Sobibor Nazi death camp, where a courageous inmate orchestrates and leads the escape of... |
Leon Feldhendler | |
| 1987 | Unknown character | ||
| 1986 |
Big TroubleLeonard Hoffman is an insurance salesman struggling to make ends meet. The fact that he has triplet sons who all... |
Leonard Hoffman | |
| 1986 |
A Deadly BusinessThe movie, and true story, is about how Harold began working for the garbage industry in New Jersey only to... |
Harold Kaufman | |
| 1985 |
Bad MedicineJeff Marx wants to study medicine and become a physician. However, his grades are far from enough to get him... |
Dr. Ramon Madera | |
| 1985 |
The Emperor's New ClothesTwo con men take advantage of an emperor's vanity. |
Bo | |
| 1985 |
Joshua Then and NowBased on a novel by Mordecai Richler, allegedly his autobiography, it tells the story of a Jewish writer, from his... |
Reuben | |
| 1985 |
The Fourth Wise ManArtaban is a young Magus (Wise Man) who desires to follow the star to the birthplace of the coming King,... |
Orontes | |
| 1984 |
A Matter of PrincipleA miserable man who doesn't believe in the holidays must contend with his 11 children and wife celebrating the most... |
Flagg Purdy | |
| 1983 |
The Return of Captain InvincibleIn WWII, Captain Invincible used his superpowers against the Nazis and was hailed as a hero. But when he was... |
Captain Invincible | |
| 1982 |
The Last UnicornA unicorn learns from a riddle-speaking butterfly that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having... |
Schmendrick (voice) | |
| 1982 |
St. ElsewhereSt. Elsewhere is an American medical drama television series that originally ran on NBC from October 26, 1982 to May... |
Jerry Singleton | |
| 1982 |
Faerie Tale TheatreA live-action children's television anthology series retelling popular fairy tales. |
Bo | |
| 1981 |
Chu Chu and the Philly FlashFlash used to be a talented baseball player, but he took to drinking and now he sells stolen watches in... |
Flash | |
| 1981 |
Full Moon HighAfter a trip to Romania, popular high school quarterback Tony Walker becomes a werewolf, and struggles to come to terms... |
Dr. Brand | |
| 1981 |
Improper ChannelsA father brings a young child to an emergency room to get treatment for a minor injury occurring in an... |
Jeffery Martley | |
| 1980 |
SimonA group of scientists take Simon, a psychology professor, as a test person for a brainwashing experiment and try to... |
Simon Mendelssohn | |
| 1979 |
The Magician of LublinYasha is a Jewish stage magician who tours through eastern Europe while destroying his career through personal problems. He has... |
Yasha Mazur | |
| 1979 |
The In-LawsIn preparation for his daughter's wedding, dentist Sheldon Kornpett meets Vince Ricardo, the groom's father. Vince, a manic fellow who... |
Sheldon S. Kompett D.D.S. | |
| 1978 |
The Defection of Simas KudirkaBased on the true story of the attempted defection in 1970 by a Lithuanian seaman seeking political asylum in the... |
Simas Kudirka | |
| 1978 |
The Other Side of HellA disturbed, but highly intelligent man is sent to a criminally insane hospital to serve time and rehabilitate. But when... |
Frank Dole | |
| 1977 |
Fire SaleBenny and his wife Ruthie are getting set to drive down to Florida, but Benny needs someone to look after... |
Ezra Fikus | |
| 1976 |
The Seven-Per-Cent SolutionConcerned about his friend's cocaine use, Dr. Watson tricks Sherlock Holmes into travelling to Vienna, where Holmes enters the care... |
Dr. Sigmund Freud | |
| 1976 |
The Muppet ShowGo behind the curtains as Kermit the Frog and his muppet friends struggle to put on a weekly variety show. |
Self - Special Guest Star | |
| 1975 |
Hearts of the WestLewis Tater writes Wild West dime novels and dreams of actually becoming a cowboy. When he goes west to find... |
Bert Kessler | |
| 1975 |
Rafferty and the Gold Dust TwinsHapless driving instructor and former Gunnery Sergeant Rafferty, living in squalor near Hollywood, California, doesn't put up too much of... |
Rafferty | |
| 1974 |
Freebie and the BeanTwo San Francisco detectives want to bring down a local hijacking boss. But they'll have to get to him before... |
Bean | |
| 1974 |
It Couldn't Happen to a Nicer GuyWhen Harry Walters runs out of gas, he gets picked up by a beautiful young woman. But when she pulls... |
(uncredited) | |
| 1974 |
Dinah!Dinah's show premiered 9 September 1974 and continued through to 4 September 1981. She started out the 70's with Dinah's... |
Self | |
| 1972 |
The Trouble With PeopleThe overall title for five short sketches by Neil Simon. 1: "The Greasy Diner." The story of a couple who... |
Husband (Story 5) | |
| 1972 |
Last of the Red Hot LoversA middle aged restaurateur begins to feel the desire to roam and realizes that one day each week, his mother's... |
Barney Cashman | |
| 1972 |
Deadhead MilesA long-distance trucker, dressed like a sea captain, aimlessly sails the American highways in his 18 wheeler mumbling manic, southern... |
Cooper | |
| 1971 |
Little MurdersA young nihilistic New Yorker copes with pervasive urban violence, obscene phone calls, rusty water pipes, electrical blackouts, paranoia, and... |
Lt. Practice | |
| 1970 |
Catch-22A WWII military pilot makes a valiant effort to be certified insane in order to be excused from flying missions.... |
Capt. John Yossarian | |
| 1969 |
The MonitorsEarthlings chafe at the peace established by a benevolent alien race and set about to rebel. |
Man in Monitors Commercial | |
| 1969 |
PopiAbraham, a Puerto Rican single parent with two boys, is becoming very worried about them living in their rundown neighborhood... |
Abraham | |
| 1968 |
The Heart Is a Lonely HunterSinger is a deaf-mute whose small world brings him in contact with a young girl, Mick, who cherishes a seemingly... |
John Singer | |
| 1968 |
Inspector ClouseauDetective Inspector Jacques Clouseau is borrowed from the Surete on special assignment for Scotland Yard in hopes that a fresh... |
Insp. Jacques Clouseau | |
| 1968 |
The Dick Cavett ShowThe Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks. |
Self - Guest | |
| 1968 |
The Love Song of Barney KempinskiOn his wedding day, in the few remaining hours of his bachelorhood, Barney Kempinski goes off to tour the city... |
Barney Kempinski | |
| 1967 |
Wait Until DarkAfter a flight back home, Sam Hendrix returns with a doll he innocently acquired along the way. As it turns... |
Roat / Roat Jr. / Roat Sr. | |
| 1967 |
Woman Times SevenSeven mini-stories of adultery: a widow misbehaves at her husband's funeral, a wife turns to streetwalking for revenge, a prudish... |
Fred | |
| 1966 |
ABC Stage 67ABC Stage 67 is the umbrella title for a series of 26 weekly shows that included dramas, variety shows, documentaries,... |
Barney Kempinski | |
| 1966 |
The Last MohicanA pretzel seller is trapped by a sociology student. |
Mr. Ableman | |
| 1966 |
The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming!When a Soviet submarine gets stuck on a sandbar off the coast of a New England island, its commander orders... |
Lt. Rozanov | |
| 1963 |
That's MeThat's Me is a 1963 American short comedy film directed by Walker Stuart. It's written by and stars Alan Arkin... |
Unknown character | |
| 1961 |
The Mike Douglas ShowThe Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in... |
Self | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Nominee | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self | |
| 1950 |
What's My Line?Four panelists must determine guests' occupations - and, in the case of famous guests, while blindfolded, their identity - by... |
Self - Mystery Guest | |
| 1944 |
Golden Globe AwardsAn annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in film and television, both domestic and foreign, bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press... |
Self - Nominee |
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Got a question about Alan Arkin?
Alan Arkin is known for his roles in 'Little Miss Sunshine', 'The In-Laws', 'Argo', and 'Catch-22'. These films showcase his range as an actor in both comedy and drama.
Yes, Alan Arkin won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in 'Little Miss Sunshine'. He has also received multiple nominations throughout his career.
Alan Arkin's first film was 'The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming' (1966), which marked the beginning of his successful film career.
Alan Arkin has three children: Adam Arkin, Matthew Arkin, and Anthony Arkin, all of whom have pursued careers in the arts.
Alan Arkin's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting his successful career in film, television, and theater.
Alan Arkin is known for his unique voice and ability to convey complex emotions, often blending humor with depth in his performances.
Alan Arkin has appeared in several notable television shows, including 'The West Wing' and '30 Rock', showcasing his versatility beyond film.
Career highlights for Alan Arkin include his Academy Award win, his memorable roles in 'Little Miss Sunshine' and 'Argo', and his extensive work in theater.