David Krumholtz

David Krumholtz

47 · Born: May 15, 1978

Personal Details

BornMay 15, 1978 Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Michael Krumholtz
  • Judy Krumholtz
Relatives
  • Dawn Krumholtz (Sibling)

Biography

David Krumholtz, a renowned American actor and comedian, has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Among his most notable roles, he played the character of Mr. Universe in the film Serenity, bringing his unique talent to the big screen. Additionally, he starred as Charlie Eppes in the popular CBS drama series Numb3rs, showcasing his impressive acting range. Furthermore, he has appeared in the successful film franchises Harold & Kumar and The Santa Clause, solidifying his status as a talented and versatile performer. Born in the vibrant city of Queens, New York, Krumholtz was raised in a loving family with a strong cultural heritage. His father, Michael, worked as a postal worker, while his mother, Judy, was a dedicated dental assistant. Growing up in a "very working-class, almost poor" Jewish household, Krumholtz was influenced by his family's hard work and resilience. His paternal grandparents, who immigrated from Poland, instilled in him a deep appreciation for his cultural roots. Meanwhile, his mother, who moved to the United States from Hungary in 1956, brought a fresh perspective and a strong sense of determination to the family. Throughout his life, Krumholtz has been shaped by his family's experiences and values, which have guided him in his pursuit of success in the entertainment industry.

Career

The Studio
The Studio as Mitch Weitz
2024
Lousy Carter
Lousy Carter as Lousy Carter
2023
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer as Isidor Rabi
White House Plumbers
White House Plumbers as William O. Bittman
2022
Super Pumped
Super Pumped as Sergey Brin
2020
Asking for It
Asking for It as The Cop
2019
Frances Ferguson
Frances Ferguson as Group Therapy Leader
Crown Vic
Crown Vic as Stroke Adams
2018
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs as Frenchman (segment "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs")
A Futile and Stupid Gesture
A Futile and Stupid Gesture as Time-Life Publisher
2017
The Deuce
The Deuce as Harvey Wasserman
All Hail King Julien
All Hail King Julien as Timo (voice)
2016
Casual Encounters
Casual Encounters as Sammy Deetz
I Saw the Light
I Saw the Light as James Dolan
Sausage Party
Sausage Party as Kareem Abdul Lavash (voice)
Hail, Caesar!
Hail, Caesar! as Communist Writer
The Interestings
The Interestings as Ethan Figman
2014
The Big Ask
The Big Ask as Andrew
The Judge
The Judge as Mike Kattan
The Good Wife
The Good Wife as Josh Mariner
2013
This Is the End
This Is the End as David Krumholtz
Tuna
Tuna as Getty
2012
Partners
Partners as Joe Goodman
The Newsroom
The Newsroom as Dr. Jack Habib
The Playboy Club
The Playboy Club as Billy Rosen
2009
I Love You, Man
I Love You, Man as Sydney's Buddy (uncredited)
Live!
Live! as Rex
2007
Battle for Terra
Battle for Terra as Terrian Commander (voice)
Superbad
Superbad as Benji Austin
2006
Bobby
Bobby as Agent Phil
Serenity
Serenity as Mr. Universe
Guess Who
Guess Who as Jerry MacNamara
Numb3rs
Numb3rs as Charlie Eppes
Looking for Kitty
Looking for Kitty as Abe Fiannico
Ray
Ray as Milt Shaw
2003
Kill the Poor
Kill the Poor as Joe Peltz
2002
Cheats
Cheats as Evan Rosengarden
2000
1999
1998
Slums of Beverly Hills
Slums of Beverly Hills as Ben Abromowitz
1997
The Ice Storm
The Ice Storm as Francis Davenport
1994
1993
Life with Mikey
Life with Mikey as Barry Corman
Addams Family Values
Addams Family Values as Joel Glicker