Albert Brooks
Albert Brooks is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker known for his distinctive voice and neurotic characters. He gained recognition for his roles in films such as 'Taxi Driver' and 'Broadcast News'. Brooks has a unique style blending humor with pathos, earning him a respected... Read More
Known for
Finding Nemo (2003)
Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist's office aquarium. It's up to his worrisome...
Finding Dory (2016)
Dory is reunited with her friends Nemo and Marlin in the search for answers about her past. What can she remember? Who are her...
Drive (2018)
A notorious thief allies with a street racer for a grand heist involving an elaborate game of deceit with authorities, who have their own...
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
Rob Reiner – Scenes from a LifeCBS News celebrates the life and legacy of Hollywood legend Rob Reiner, featuring interviews with Kathy Bates, Albert Brooks and... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Breakdown: 1975In 1975, as America faced social and political upheaval, filmmakers turned chaos into art. |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Ella McCayAn idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of... |
Governor Bill | |
| 2023 |
Albert Brooks: Defending My LifeRob Reiner profiles Albert Brooks, comedic legend, acclaimed filmmaker, talented character actor and a lifelong friend, who Reiner first met... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The Super Bob Einstein MovieThis documentary explores Bob Einstein’s unlikely discovery and enduring career, sharing the many evolving layers of his comedy from the... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Albert Brooks and Robert WeideAlbert Brooks and Robert Weide discuss the film Defending your Life. |
Self | |
| 2017 |
I Love You, DaddyWhen a successful television writer's daughter becomes the interest of an aging filmmaker with an appalling past, he becomes worried... |
Dick Welker (voice) | |
| 2016 |
The Secret Life of PetsThe quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max... |
Tiberius (voice) | |
| 2016 |
Finding DoryDory is reunited with her friends Nemo and Marlin in the search for answers about her past. What can she... |
Marlin (voice) | |
| 2015 |
ConcussionA dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant... |
Dr. Cyril Wecht | |
| 2015 |
The Little PrinceBased on the best-seller book 'The Little Prince', the movie tells the story of a little girl that lives with... |
The Businessman (voice) | |
| 2014 |
A Most Violent YearA thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically one of the most violent years in... |
Andrew Walsh | |
| 2012 |
This Is 40Pete and Debbie are both about to turn 40, their kids hate each other, both of their businesses are failing,... |
Larry | |
| 2011 |
DriveDriver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior,... |
Bernie Rose | |
| 2007 |
The Pixar StoryA look at the first years of Pixar Animation Studios - from the success of "Toy Story" and Pixar's promotion... |
Marlin (voice) (archive footage) | |
| 2007 |
The Simpsons MovieAfter Homer accidentally pollutes the town's water supply, Springfield is encased in a gigantic dome by the EPA and the... |
Russ Cargill (voice) | |
| 2006 |
Looking for Comedy in the Muslim WorldTo improve its relations with Muslim countries, the United States government sends comedian Albert Brooks to south Asia to write... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 2005 |
WeedsAfter the unexpected death of her husband, a suburban mom resorts to selling weed to support her family. |
Lenny Botwin | |
| 2003 |
Exploring the ReefJean-Michael Cousteau's documentary about the Great Barrier Reef keeps getting interrupted by characters from Disney's Finding Nemo. |
Marlin (voice) | |
| 2003 |
Finding NemoNemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist's office aquarium. It's... |
Marlin (voice) | |
| 2003 |
The In-LawsRight before his daughter's wedding, a mild-mannered foot doctor discovers that his new in-laws are international smugglers. |
Jerry Peyser | |
| 2003 |
Real Time with Bill MaherEach week Bill Maher surrounds himself with a panel of guests which include politicians, actors, comedians, musicians and the like... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2002 |
The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80sClassic Carson monologues, visits from Carnac and Art Fern, comedians Eddie Murphy, Garry Shandling, Albert Brooks and Bill Maher. Hollywood... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2001 |
My First MisterLeelee Sobieski is brash, abrasive and vulnerable as a teenage child of divorce who hides her pain behind a mask... |
Randall ("R") | |
| 2000 |
Curb Your EnthusiasmThe off-kilter, unscripted comic vision of Larry David, who plays himself in a parallel universe in which he can't seem... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1999 |
The MuseWith his career on the skids, a Hollywood screenwriter enlists the aid of a modern-day muse, who proves to test... |
Steven Phillips | |
| 1999 |
Making 'Taxi Driver'A behind the scenes snapshot of the making of one of the greatest films ever made. Filled with trivia, interviews... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Inside 'Out of Sight'A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the 1998 movie "Out of Sight". |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Doctor DolittleA successful physician and devoted family man, John Dolittle seems to have the world by the tail, until a long... |
Tiger (voice) | |
| 1998 |
Out of SightMeet Jack Foley, a smooth criminal who bends the law and is determined to make one last heist. Karen Sisco... |
Richard Ripley | |
| 1997 |
Critical CareWerner Ernst is a young hospital resident who becomes embroiled in a legal battle between two half-sisters who are fighting... |
Dr. Butz | |
| 1997 |
The Wonderful World of DisneyWalt Disney Productions (later The Walt Disney Company) has produced an anthology television series under several different titles since 1954.... |
Unknown character | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1996 |
MotherA neurotic, twice-divorced sci-fi writer moves back in with his mother to solve his personal problems. |
John Henderson | |
| 1996 |
The Daily ShowThe World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture. |
Self | |
| 1994 |
The ScoutWhen his star recruit botches a Major League Baseball debut, humiliated talent scout Al Percolo gets banished to rural Mexico,... |
Al Percolo | |
| 1994 |
I'll Do AnythingMatt Hobbs is a talented but unsuccessful actor. When estranged (and strange) ex-wife Beth dumps their daughter Jeannie on Matt,... |
Burke Adler | |
| 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoJay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world. |
Self | |
| 1991 |
Defending Your LifeIs there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judgment City,... |
Daniel Miller | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Hank Scorpio (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Slick Manager (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Cowboy Bob (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Dr. Raufbold (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Tab Spangler / Jacques (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Jacques (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Brad Goodman (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Greg (voice) | |
| 1987 |
Broadcast NewsA high-strung news producer finds herself in a love triangle between a talented but self-doubting reporter and a charming news... |
Aaron Altman | |
| 1985 |
Lost in AmericaDavid and Linda Howard are successful yuppies from LA. When he gets a job disappointment, David convinces Linda that they... |
David Howard | |
| 1984 |
Unfaithfully YoursA composer—who suspects his wife of cheating—plots to kill her and frame it on her lover, but things don't turn... |
Norman Robbins | |
| 1983 |
Terms of EndearmentAurora, a finicky woman, is in search of true love while her daughter faces marital issues. Together, they help each... |
Rudyard Greenway (voice) | |
| 1983 |
Twilight Zone: The MovieAn anthology film presenting remakes of three episodes from the "Twilight Zone" TV series—"Kick the Can", "It's a Good Life"... |
Driver | |
| 1981 |
Modern RomanceA film editor breaks up with his girlfriend, unsure if he is in love. |
Robert Cole | |
| 1980 |
Private BenjaminA sheltered young high society woman joins the US Army on a whim and finds herself in a more difficult... |
Yale Goodman | |
| 1979 |
Real LifeA pushy, narcissistic filmmaker persuades a Phoenix family to let him and his crew film their everyday lives, in the... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1976 |
Taxi DriverSuffering from insomnia, disturbed loner Travis Bickle takes a job as a New York City cabbie, haunting the streets nightly,... |
Tom | |
| 1976 |
Audience ResearchAlbert Brooks goes to a research institute to find out why people don't like him and how he can change... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1975 |
SickAlbert Brooks is sick and stuck in bed. Saturday Night Live, Season 1 Episode 7 |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1975 |
Upcoming SeasonSuper mid-season replacements to failed shows in a network's super season. Saturday Night Live, Season 1 Episode 4 |
Bob | |
| 1975 |
Open Heart SurgeryAlbert places an ad in a newspaper expressing a desire to perform a heart bypass & gets to live his... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1975 |
Home Movies & Failed Candid-Camera StuntsAlbert Brooks introduces himself to the audience through showing them his home movies from childhood & attempts and fails at... |
Albert Brooks | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Bob | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Interviewer (voice) | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self - Host | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Heart Surgeon | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Interviewer | |
| 1975 |
The Impossible TruthAlbert Brooks presents a mockumentary in which he presents several shocking news stories. Saturday Night Live, Season 1 Episode 1 |
Interviewer (voice) | |
| 1972 |
Albert Brooks' Famous School for ComediansThis short film originally aired as part of a satirical PBS show called The Great American Dream Machine. The film... |
Self | |
| 1971 |
The New Dick Van Dyke ShowThe New Dick Van Dyke Show is an American sitcom starring Dick Van Dyke that aired on CBS from 1971... |
Dr. Norman | |
| 1971 |
The Great American Dream MachineThe Great American Dream Machine was a weekly satirical variety television series, produced in New York City by WNET and... |
Himself | |
| 1970 |
The Odd CoupleFelix and Oscar are two divorced men. Felix is neat and tidy while Oscar is sloppy and casual. They share... |
Rudy | |
| 1969 |
Love, American StyleAn anthology comedy series featuring a line up of different celebrity guest stars appearing in anywhere from one, two, three,... |
Christopher | |
| 1969 |
Hot WheelsHot Wheels was a thirty-minute Saturday morning animated television series broadcast on ABC from 1969 to 1971, under the primary... |
Kip Chogi (voice) | |
| 1969 |
The Glen Campbell Goodtime HourThe Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour is an American network television music and comedy variety show hosted by singer Glen Campbell... |
Self | |
| 1962 |
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from... |
Self | |
| 1962 | Self | ||
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self | |
| 1948 |
The Ed Sullivan ShowThe Ed Sullivan Show is an American TV variety show that originally ran on CBS from Sunday June 20, 1948... |
Self |
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Got a question about Albert Brooks?
Albert Brooks is known for his roles in notable films such as 'Taxi Driver', 'Broadcast News', and 'Defending Your Life'. His performances often blend comedy and drama, showcasing his range as an actor.
Albert Brooks has received several nominations throughout his career, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for 'Broadcast News' in 1988, though he has yet to win an Oscar.
Albert Brooks made his film debut in the 1970 comedy 'The Graduate', where he played a minor role. His early work laid the foundation for his future success in Hollywood.
Albert Brooks began his career in comedy as a stand-up performer in the late 1960s. He gained attention for his unique style and went on to create comedy specials for television.
Albert Brooks is known for his neurotic and often self-deprecating characters. His acting style combines humor with emotional depth, allowing audiences to connect with his roles.
Yes, Albert Brooks has lent his voice to several animated films, most notably as Marlin in 'Finding Nemo' and its sequel 'Finding Dory'. His voice work has been widely praised.
Albert Brooks has an estimated net worth of $10 million, primarily earned through his successful career in acting, directing, and writing.
Albert Brooks has directed several films including 'Real Life', 'Modern Romance', and 'Defending Your Life'. His directorial style often reflects his comedic sensibilities and personal experiences.