John Early is a comedian who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry through his versatility and range. He has written, executive produced, and starred in his own episode of Netflix's The Characters, showcasing his ability to wear multiple hats in the creative process.
Early has also made appearances on various TV shows, including Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, 30 Rock, Broad City, Difficult People, High Maintenance, Love, and Animals. His film credits include Other People, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, Fort Tilden, and The Greggs, demonstrating his ability to adapt to different mediums and genres.
In addition to his work in front of the camera, Early has also made a name for himself as a writer and creator. He plays the role of Elliott in the TBS series Search Party and has appeared in films such as Beatriz at Dinner, The Masterpiece, and Late Night. He has also written, created, and starred in an upcoming miniseries for Vimeo, directed by Andrew DeYoung, and was a writer for Season 4 of Billy on the Street.
As an artist, Early is constantly pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a comedian. He is an Artist in Residence and Comedy Curator at Ars Nova in New York, where he hosts the monthly variety show Showgasm. He has also performed his solo show Literally Me, which has been a New York Times Critics' Pick four times, at Joe's Pub and The Bell House. Additionally, he co-hosts a weekly stand-up show at Cake Shop and has performed at various comedy festivals, including Montreal Just For Laughs, Bonnaroo, South by Southwest, Pemberton, Treasure Island, Outside Lands, Riot LA, and Festival Supreme.
Early was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and graduated from the Atlantic Acting School at Tisch School of the Arts NYU.
