Bill Irwin
Bill Irwin is an acclaimed American actor and clown known for his unique blend of physical comedy and dramatic roles. He gained recognition for his performances in films like 'Interstellar' and 'The Age of Innocence.' Irwin's career spans theater, television, and film, showcasing his versatility... Read More
Known for
Interstellar (2014)
The adventures of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and...
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Inside a snowflake exists the magical land of Whoville. In Whoville, live the Whos, an almost mutated sort of Munchkin-like people. All the Whos...
Legion (2010)
When God loses faith in humankind, he sends his legion of angels to bring on the Apocalypse. Humanity's only hope for survival lies in...
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Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
The OdysseyOdysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his... |
Polyphemus (voice) | |
| 2025 |
This Ordinary ThingA film about non-Jews who saved Jews during the Holocaust. |
Self (voice) | |
| 2025 |
The Beast in MeA famous author is pulled into a twisted mind game with her rich, powerful new neighbor — who might be... |
James Ingram | |
| 2025 |
American ClownClowns have been a symbol of humor and laughter since they first donned the iconic red nose and oversized shoes.... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
High TideLourenço decides to leave his homophobic family and country behind to get lost in the queer mecca of Provincetown, until... |
Scott | |
| 2024 |
4th DementiaIn this multiverse comedy about Alzheimer's, Nellie travels through alternate dimensions in search of her husband. |
Lou | |
| 2023 |
RustinActivist Bayard Rustin faces racism and homophobia as he helps change the course of Civil Rights history by orchestrating the... |
A. J. Muste | |
| 2023 |
EndgameEndgame tells the story of Hamm, who is reduced to living in one room, in which he sits blind and... |
Clov | |
| 2022 |
Spoiler AlertJournalist Michael Ausiello embarks on a rollercoaster ride of emotions when Kit Cowan, his partner of 14 years, is diagnosed... |
Bob | |
| 2022 |
The Andy Warhol DiariesAfter he's shot in 1968, Andy Warhol begins documenting his life and feelings. Those diaries, and this series, reveal the... |
Andy Warhol | |
| 2022 |
The DropoutThe story of Elizabeth Holmes, the enigmatic Stanford dropout who founded medical testing start-up Theranos. Lauded as a Steve Jobs... |
Channing Robertson | |
| 2022 |
The Gilded AgeIt’s 1882 and the Gilded Age is in full swing when Marian Brook, a young orphaned daughter of a Southern... |
Cornelius Eckhard | |
| 2021 |
Lust Life LoveA star-crossed love story set in the world of polyamory and sex parties in New York City. |
Richard | |
| 2020 |
IrresistibleA Democratic political consultant helps a retired Marine colonel run for mayor in a small, conservative Wisconsin town. |
Elton Chambers | |
| 2019 |
Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary CelebrationC is for Celebrate! Join host Joseph Gordon-Levitt and the residents of Sesame Street - human and monsters alike -... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2019 |
It Takes a LunaticThe extraordinary life of beloved acting teacher and theatre producer Wynn Handman is recalled in this portrait of a provocative,... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
The Great Buster: A CelebrationA celebration of the life and career of one of America's most influential and celebrated filmmakers and comedians—Buster Keaton—whose singular... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
New AmsterdamThe new medical director breaks the rules to heal the system at America's oldest public hospital. Max Goodwin sets out... |
Calvin Bennett | |
| 2017 |
Star Trek: DiscoveryFollow the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, and one Starfleet officer... |
Su'Kal | |
| 2017 |
Julie's GreenroomMs. Julie teaches performing arts workshops with the help of her assistant Gus at their Wellspring Center for the Performing... |
Unknown character | |
| 2017 |
LegionDavid Haller, AKA Legion, is a troubled young man who may be more than human. Diagnosed as schizophrenic, David has... |
Cary Loudermilk | |
| 2016 |
Circus KidThe Pickle Family Circus was founded by Lorenzo Pisoni's parents in 1974. The film documents the spirit, the lunacy, the... |
Himself | |
| 2016 |
This Is UsFollows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present... |
Dr. Spencer | |
| 2016 |
This Is UsFollows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present... |
ER Doctor | |
| 2016 |
QuarryThe story of Mac Conway, a Marine who returns home to Memphis from Vietnam in 1972 and finds himself shunned... |
Harlowe | |
| 2016 |
ConfirmationJudge Clarence Thomas' nomination to the United States' Supreme Court is called into question when former colleague, Anita Hill, testifies... |
Senator Jack Danforth | |
| 2016 |
Old HatsBill Irwin and David Shiner in their award-winning, critically acclaimed production of Old Hats from Signature Theatre. This production reunites... |
Unknown character | |
| 2015 |
South of HellA supernatural thriller set in South Carolina, South Of Hell focuses on Maria Abascal (Suvari), a stunning demon-hunter-for-hire whose power... |
Enos Abascal | |
| 2015 |
Sesame Street: Play All Day with Elmo!Come Play with Elmo! Everyone's favorite furry red friend is joined by all kinds of kids to play Elmo Says,... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2015 |
Ricki and the FlashMeryl Streep stars as Ricki Rendazzo, a guitar heroine who made a world of mistakes as she followed her dreams... |
Single Dad | |
| 2015 |
Show BoatHammerstein and Kern’s Show Boat is a true classic of American musical theater - a tale of life on the... |
Cap'n Andy Hawks | |
| 2015 |
Identity TheftA story about separation. |
Mark | |
| 2014 |
InterstellarThe adventures of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on... |
TARS (voice) | |
| 2013 |
Sleepy HollowIchabod Crane is resurrected and pulled two and a half centuries through time to unravel a mystery that dates all... |
Atticus Nevins | |
| 2013 |
Monday MorningsSet at the Chelsea General Hospital in Portland, Oregon, the show follows the lives of doctors as they push the... |
Dr. Buck Tierney | |
| 2012 |
ElementaryA modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in... |
Richard Balsille | |
| 2012 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's Magic NumbersWhen Max the Magician (guest star Will Arnett) comes to Sesame Street, Elmo and his friends are excited for a... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2012 |
Never Stand StillThe film explores why dance matters - to those who create and perform it and to those who watch it.... |
Himself | |
| 2011 |
Higher GroundVera Farmiga's directorial debut, HIGHER GROUND, depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their... |
Pastor Bud | |
| 2011 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Penguins and FriendsHop to it and join Elmo for this riveting and ribbiting video where he learns all about frogs, penguins and... |
Voice | |
| 2011 |
Lights OutLights Out is an American television boxing drama series from the FX network in the United States. It stars Holt... |
Hal Brennan | |
| 2010 |
Blue BloodsA drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New... |
Cardinal Brennan | |
| 2010 |
Goldstar, OhioFour families and a chief of police recount the day marine casualty officers came to their respective small towns in... |
Chief Jeff 'Goob' Garver | |
| 2010 |
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny DaysA look back at 40 years of Seasame Street. |
Mr. Noodle (uncredited) (archive footage) | |
| 2009 |
Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical TalesThe Knights of Sesame Street are on a quest! Sir Elmo, Sir Abby, and Sir Telly discover a Yogurt-Eating Yodeling... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2009 |
The Good WifeAlicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after her husband's very public sex and... |
Fred Medkiff | |
| 2008 |
Life on MarsAfter a car crash, police detective Sam Tyler mysteriously finds himself transported back to 1973 and still working as a... |
Dr. Schwahn | |
| 2008 |
Rachel Getting MarriedA young woman who has been in and out from rehab for the past 10 years returns home for the... |
Paul Buchman | |
| 2008 |
Dark MatterLiu Xing a brilliant Chinese student, arrives at University and makes the transition into American life with the help of... |
Hal Silver | |
| 2007 |
Across the UniverseWhen young dockworker Jude leaves Liverpool to find his estranged father in the United States, he is swept up by... |
Uncle Teddy | |
| 2007 |
RavingIn New York City, a young woman forms a curious bond with a lonely older man after they encounter one... |
Dito | |
| 2007 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: What Makes You Happy?Join Sesame Street's curious red monster as he explores the things that make him happy: friends, singing, and dancing. |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2006 |
Lady in the WaterApartment building superintendent Cleveland Heep rescues what he thinks is a young woman from the pool he maintains. When he... |
Mr. Leeds | |
| 2006 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Reach for the Sky!Join Elmo as he discovers how much fun it can be to go to school, to jump really high, and... |
Mr Noodle | |
| 2004 |
The Manchurian CandidateYears after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins... |
Scoutmaster | |
| 2004 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Families, Mail & Bath Time!What is the Noodle's family dance? Can you guess what Cookie Monster gets in the mail? Discover the answers to... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2004 |
Sesame Street: What's the Name of That Song?Come one, come all for Sesame Street's 35th anniversary musical gathering! Is there one song the whole world can sing... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2003 |
Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles ChaplinBrilliant, long in-the-works story of the life and art of the world's greatest comedian and the cinema's first genius, Charlie... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Igby Goes DownIgby Slocumb, a rebellious and sarcastic 17-year-old boy, is at war with the stifling world of old money privilege he... |
Lt. Smith | |
| 2002 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wake Up with Elmo!Waking up is easier when your friend Elmo is there to help you greet the day! Join him as he... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2002 |
Elmo's World: Family FeatureCome look at the world through everyone's favorite 3 year old! Join Elmo in six complete episodes! Each segment gives... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2002 |
The Laramie Project"The Laramie Project" is set in and around Laramie, Wyoming, in the aftermath of the murder of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard.... |
Harry Woods | |
| 2001 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Wild Wild West!Sesame Street's favorite furry red cowpoke saddles up to learn all about the wild frontier. Join Elmo as he finds... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2001 |
Law & Order: Criminal IntentThe third installment of the “Law & Order” franchise takes viewers deep into the minds of its criminals while following... |
Nate Royce | |
| 2000 |
How the Grinch Stole ChristmasThe Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and... |
Lou Lou Who | |
| 2000 |
CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationA Las Vegas team of forensic investigators are trained to solve criminal cases by scouring the crime scene, collecting irrefutable... |
Nate Haskell | |
| 2000 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Flowers, Bananas & More!Join Sesame Street's curious red monster as he explores flowers, bananas, and hair! Elmo's World offers kids and adults a... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 2000 |
Sesame Street: Elmo's WorldCome look at the world through the eyes of everyone's favorite three-year-old! Join Elmo as he explores his special world... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| 1999 |
Law & Order: Special Victims UnitIn the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate... |
Dr. Peter Lindstrom | |
| 1999 |
A Midsummer Night's DreamThe lovely Hermia is to wed Demetrius, but she truly cares for Lysander. Hermia's friend, Helena, is in love with... |
Tom Snout | |
| 1999 |
Niagara: A History of the FallsThe history of Niagara Falls and the people that made it famous. |
Self - Historian | |
| 1998 |
IlluminataIt's the start of the 20th century, and Tuccio, resident playwright of a theatre repertory company offers the owners of... |
Marco | |
| 1998 |
Just the TicketGary Starke is one of the best ticket scalpers in New York City. His girlfriend, Linda, doesn't approve of his... |
Ray Charles | |
| 1998 |
Waiting for Godot in San QuentinDocumentary about the staging of 'Waiting for Godot' in prison. |
Himself | |
| 1997 |
VaudevilleVaudeville is a 1997 PBS documentary under its American Masters program. Using film clips and photos, the art and history... |
Self | |
| 1997 |
Subway StoriesAn anthology of 10 stories depicting real-life incidents of subway riders in New York City, which range from compassion and... |
Bill Irwin (segment "Subway Car from Hell") | |
| 1996 |
3rd Rock from the SunThe high commander of an alien expedition lands on Earth -- what he considers to be the least-important planet --... |
Pickles | |
| 1994 |
Silent TongueMad with grief after the death of his Kiowa wife, Roe awaits death under a tree with her body beside... |
Comic | |
| 1993 |
Sister Act 2: Back in the HabitDeloris Van Cartier is again asked to don the nun's habit to help a run-down Catholic school, presided over by... |
Unnamed Brother #1 | |
| 1993 |
The Adventures of Pete & PetePete and Pete are two redheaded brothers living in the somewhat surreal town of Wellsville. Pete, the older of the... |
The Broker | |
| 1993 |
Sesame Street Jam: A Musical CelebrationSesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration is a special produced forSesame Street’s 25th anniversary. Released in a slightly different form... |
Self (segment "New Way to Walk") | |
| 1992 |
The Last MileBackstage at the Metropolitan Opera House a soprano is preparing for her debut in the opera Tosca. The stage manager... |
The Maestro | |
| 1992 |
Sondheim: A Celebration at Carnegie HallThis program features the music of Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim in a 1992 performance at Carnegie Hall. An American Musical... |
Self | |
| 1991 |
Stepping OutA has-been Broadway performer gives tap lessons to a group of misfits who, through their dance classes, bond and realize... |
Geoffrey | |
| 1991 |
Hot Shots!The gang that created Airplane! and The Naked Gun sets its sights on Top Gun in this spoof. Topper Harley... |
Buzz Harley | |
| 1991 |
Scenes from a MallA comedy about a married couple -- he's a sports lawyer, she's a psychologist -- which takes place on their... |
Mime | |
| 1991 |
Memorial: Letters from American SoldiersMemorial: Letters from American Soldiers is a 1991 American short documentary film directed by Bill Couturié. It shows footage from... |
Reader | |
| 1990 |
Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole PorterThis music special is dedicated to dispelling the prejudices associated with the HIV infection and raising money for AIDS research... |
Self | |
| 1990 |
Law & OrderIn cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing the evidence and questioning the suspects... |
Ellison Conway | |
| 1990 |
My Blue HeavenFBI agent Barney Coopersmith is assigned to protect former Mafia figure turned informant Vincent Antonelli. In the witness protection program... |
Kirby | |
| 1990 |
Northern ExposureAfter receiving a scholarship from the state, a recent Columbia University medical school graduate is required to set up his... |
Enrico Bellati | |
| 1988 |
Eight Men OutBuck Weaver and Hap Felsch are young idealistic players on the Chicago White Sox, a pennant-winning team owned by Charles... |
Eddie Collins | |
| 1988 |
A New LifeSteve Giardino, an abrasive workaholic Wall Streeter, and his wife Jackie divorce after twenty-six years of marriage and find themselves... |
Eric | |
| 1988 |
Bette Midler's Mondo BeyondoIn this spoof of a television talk show, Midler portrays the Italian bombshell hostess, Mondo Beyondo. Her guests include monologuist... |
Self | |
| 1984 |
The Cosby ShowThe Cosby Show is an American television situation comedy starring Bill Cosby, which aired for eight seasons on NBC from... |
Eddie Bartholomew | |
| 1983 |
The Regard of FlightA performer/artist with a bag of vaudeville tricks and the help of his trusty piano player must prove to a... |
Unknown character | |
| 1980 |
PopeyePopeye is a super-strong, spinach-scarfing sailor man who's searching for his father. During a storm that wrecks his ship, Popeye... |
Ham Gravy | |
| 1980 |
MudflatYears ago, artists would walk around the muck at the edge of the San Francisco Bay in Emeryville, and build... |
Unknown character | |
| 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 - Special Guest | |
| 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... |
The Dancing Man (uncredited) | |
| 1969 |
Sesame StreetOn a special inner city street, the inhabitants—human and muppet—teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts using comedy, cartoons, games,... |
Mr. Noodle | |
| TBA |
All That She WantsEmma desperately wants a baby but as she sets about getting her life in order to make it happen, she... |
Unknown character |
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Got a question about Bill Irwin?
Some of Bill Irwin's most successful films include 'Interstellar', 'The Age of Innocence', and 'The Muppet Movie'. His performances in these films have garnered critical acclaim.
Yes, Bill Irwin won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his role in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' He is also known for his work in television and film.
Bill Irwin's first film was 'The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking', released in 1988. He has since built a diverse filmography.
Bill Irwin's estimated net worth is approximately $2 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and theater.
Bill Irwin has one child, named Jack, with his wife Marilyn Irwin. They have maintained a private family life.
Bill Irwin's acting style is characterized by physical comedy and a strong presence in both dramatic and comedic roles. His background in clowning enhances his performances.
In theater, Bill Irwin is known for his innovative performances and contributions to physical comedy. His work has been influential in the theatrical community.
Bill Irwin has appeared in various television shows including 'Northern Exposure', 'Law & Order', and 'The Big Bang Theory', showcasing his versatility across genres.