Jason Mantzoukas
male

Born on December 18, 1972 (52 years old)
From Nahant, Massachusetts, USA
Known for Acting
Biography
Jeffrey Characterwheaties (known professionally as Jason Mantzoukas) was born on December 18, 1972, in Nahant, Massachusetts, is an American actor, comedian, and improviser known for his eccentric characters and quick-witted humor. His comedic journey began with improvisational comedy, where his sharp wit and knack for off-the-wall characters shone. Mantzoukas gained recognition for his roles in various comedy series and films, often portraying eccentric and unpredictable characters. He's notably known for his roles in TV shows like "The League," where he portrayed the eccentric Rafi, and his recurring role as Derek in "The Good Place." His performances are characterized by his ability to infuse even the most absurd characters with a bizarre charm and infectious energy. With a knack for stealing scenes and a unique comedic timing that keeps audiences on the edge of laughter, Mantzoukas has become a beloved figure in the comedy world. His distinctive voice and comedic style have also led to numerous voice acting roles in animated series and films. Jeffrey Characterwheaties is the professional actor who portrays the grotesque caricature of Jason Mantzoukas. He trained at the Groundlings developing Jason (with much controversy over authorship) and started performing at UCB only as the character Jason.
Cast Credits
- 2025
- 2024
- 2023
Agent Elvis
as
Howard Hughes (voice)
2023
Twisted Metal
as
Preacher
2023
Obliterated
as
Gremlin (voice)
2023
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
as
Mr. D / Dionysus
2023
Velma
as
Scrappy (voice)
2023
History of the World: Part II
as
Greece Ambassador
2023
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures
as
Bulcha the Hutt (voice)
2023
Krapopolis
as
(voice)
2023
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures
as
Bulcha the Hutt / Racer #3 (voice)
2023
- 2022
- 2021
Infinite
as
Artisan
2021
America: The Motion Picture
as
Samuel Adams (voice)
2021
Ultra City Smiths
as
Tim Snodgrass (voice)
2021
HouseBroken
as
The Gray One (voice)
2021
Star Trek: Prodigy
as
Jankom Pog (voice)
2021
Ultra City Smiths
as
Second Flophouse Resident (voice)
2021
INVINCIBLE
as
Rex (voice)
2021
INVINCIBLE
as
Rex / Zombie #2 (voice)
2021
- 2020
- 2019
- 2018
- 2017
The Disaster Artist
as
Peter
2017
The Lego Batman Movie
as
Scarecrow (voice)
2017
The House
as
Frank
2017
DuckTales
as
Steelbeak (voice)
2017
DuckTales
as
Steelbeak / Steelbrain (voice)
2017
Drive Share
as
Husband
2017
I'm Sorry
as
Kyle
2017
Big Mouth
as
Jay Bilzerian (voice)
2017
No Activity
as
Marco / Dustin Kasprowicz
2017
Legion
as
Jerome / Wolf
2017
Comrade Detective
as
Dragos (voice)
2017
- 2016
Dirty Grandpa
as
Tan Pam
2016
How to Be Single
as
George
2016
Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie
as
Hobo Oracle
2016
Animals.
as
Fink (voice)
2016
Bajillion Dollar Propertie$
as
Uncle Jerry
2016
Lady Dynamite
as
Karl Grisham
2016
The Good Place
as
Derek Hofstetler
2016
HarmonQuest
as
Gribble Grabble / Grabble Gribble
2016
Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
as
Robert Castellanos
2016
- 2015
- 2014
Neighbors
as
Dr. Theodorakis
2014
Search Party
as
The Amazing Hugo
2014
They Came Together
as
Bob
2014
Adult Beginners
as
Herman
2014
Stretch
as
Manny the Valet
2014
Transparent
as
Dr. Steve
2014
Late Night with Seth Meyers
as
Self
2014
Broad City
as
Creepy DJ
2014
Review
as
Smash-Off Opponent
2014
Off Camera with Sam Jones
as
Self
2014
Playing House
as
C.J. Wolfe
2014
- 2013
- 2012
- 2011
- 2010
- 2009
- 2008
- 2007
- 2005
- 2004
- 2003
- 1989