Chris Elliott

Chris Elliott

65 · Born: May 31, 1960

Personal Details

BornMay 31, 1960 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Lee Elliott
  • Bob Elliott
Relatives
  • John Higgins (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Christopher Nash Elliott is a multifaceted American entertainment professional, boasting a wide range of skills in the realms of acting, comedy, and writing. For a significant portion of the 1980s, he made regular appearances in comedic sketches on Late Night with David Letterman, showcasing his impressive comedic timing and versatility.

Elliott's most notable creation is the comedy series Get a Life, which premiered on Fox in 1990 and ran for two seasons until 1992. He not only starred in the show but also played a pivotal role in its development, serving as its creator. Additionally, in 1994, Elliott co-wrote and starred in the film Cabin Boy, a project that further solidified his reputation as a talented writer and performer.

Throughout his career, Elliott has received widespread recognition and acclaim for his writing, including an impressive four consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards. His impressive writing skills have also led to a number of notable television appearances, including recurring roles on Everybody Loves Raymond and How I Met Your Mother.

In recent years, Elliott has continued to make a significant impact on the world of television, starring as Chris Monsanto in Adult Swim's Eagleheart from 2011 to 2014 and as Roland Schitt in the critically acclaimed series Schitt's Creek, which aired from 2015 to 2020. His impressive range as a comedic actor has also led to appearances in a number of films, including Groundhog Day, There's Something About Mary, Snow Day, and Scary Movie 2.

In summary, Christopher Nash Elliott is a talented and versatile American actor, comedian, and writer, whose impressive career has spanned multiple decades and a wide range of mediums. From his early days on Late Night with David Letterman to his more recent successes on Schitt's Creek, Elliott has consistently demonstrated his ability to entertain and captivate audiences, earning him a reputation as one of the most talented and respected figures in the entertainment industry.

Career

2024
Carved
Carved as Earl
2023
Welcome to Redville
Welcome to Redville as Sheriff Brooks
Agent Elvis
Agent Elvis as Timothy Leary
2022
Maggie
Maggie as Jack
2018
Clara's Ghost
Clara's Ghost as Ted Reynolds
2017
Frat Star
Frat Star as Eugene Cooper
Sandy Wexler
Sandy Wexler as Mr. Buttons
2016
Better Off Single
Better Off Single as Angela's Dad
Graves
Graves as Thomas Nash
2015
Schitt's Creek
Schitt's Creek as Roland Schitt
2014
The Rewrite
The Rewrite as Jim Harper
2012
The Dictator
The Dictator as Mr. Ogden
2011
Eagleheart
Eagleheart as Chris Monsanto
2009
Stuck Like Chuck
Stuck Like Chuck as Film Class Professor
2007
I'll Believe You
I'll Believe You as Eugene the Gator Guy
2006
Scary Movie 4
Scary Movie 4 as Ezekiel
2001
The Sky Is Falling
The Sky Is Falling as Santa Claus
2000
Snow Day
Snow Day as Roger the Snowplowman
1999
Dilbert
Dilbert as Dogbert (voice)
1998
1997
The Naked Truth
The Naked Truth as Bradley Crosby
1996
Kingpin
Kingpin as The Gambler
1995
The Barefoot Executive
The Barefoot Executive as Jase Wallenberg
1994
Cabin Boy
Cabin Boy as Nathanial Mayweather
1993
CB4
CB4 as A. White
Get a Life
Get a Life as Chris Peterson
1989
The Abyss
The Abyss as Bendix
1987
FDR: A One Man Show
FDR: A One Man Show as Franklin Delano Roosevelt
1986
Manhunter
Manhunter as Zeller
1985
My Man Adam
My Man Adam as Mr. Spooner
1984
Hyperspace
Hyperspace as Hopper
1983
Lianna
Lianna as Lighting Assistant
1990
Get a Life
Get a Life as Creator