Tim Kazurinsky

Tim Kazurinsky

75 · Born: Mar 3, 1950

Personal Details

BornMar 3, 1950 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Tim Kazurinsky is a renowned American actor and screenwriter, whose extensive career spans over three decades. From 1981 to 1984, he made a significant impact as a writer and cast member on the iconic television program Saturday Night Live. Additionally, he is widely recognized for his portrayal of Officer Carl Sweetchuck in the popular "Police Academy" film franchise.

Kazurinsky's impressive screenwriting credits include the 1986 film "About Last Night..." and the 1988 film "For Keeps?". His work on the 2001 film "Strange Relations" garnered him nominations for a BAFTA Award and a WGA Award, further solidifying his reputation as a talented screenwriter.

Throughout his career, Kazurinsky has made numerous film and television appearances, including roles in "Shakes The Clown", "Neighbors", "Somewhere In Time", "Curb Your Enthusiasm", "According To Jim", and "Chicago Justice". His versatility as an actor has allowed him to excel in a wide range of genres and formats.

A mainstay of the Chicago theatre scene, Kazurinsky was a member of the renowned improv group The Second City. He has been twice nominated for the prestigious Joseph Jefferson Award for his outstanding stage work.

Kazurinsky has also had the opportunity to tour the United States as the Wonderful Wizard of Oz in the hit musical "Wicked" and later appeared on Broadway in the critically-acclaimed comedy "An Act Of God", alongside Jim Parsons.

Today, Kazurinsky resides in Chicago with his family, where he continues to be an integral part of the city's vibrant theatre community.

Career

2023
Another Happy Day
Another Happy Day as Casting Director
2021
Later Days
Later Days as Charlie
2018
Chasing the Blues
Chasing the Blues as Marvin Pounder
Hope Springs Eternal
Hope Springs Eternal as Mr. Melvin Baxter
2017
2012
Scrooge & Marley
Scrooge & Marley as Jacob Marley's Ghost
2010
Ca$h
Ca$h as Chunky Chicken Salesman (uncredited)
2009
Tapioca
Tapioca as Einstein
2007
Stash
Stash as John Bookenlacher
2006
2005
Betaville
Betaville as President XM
Roll Bounce
Roll Bounce as Car Salesman
2001
Strange Relations
Strange Relations as Attending Nurse
2000
Poor White Trash
Poor White Trash as Carlton Rasmeth
1998
Plump Fiction
Plump Fiction as Priscilla, Queen of the Desserts
1996
The Cherokee Kid
The Cherokee Kid as Gaudy Hawker
1991
Shakes the Clown
Shakes the Clown as 1st Party Dad
1990
Wedding Band
Wedding Band as Badge Brother #1
1988
Hot to Trot
Hot to Trot as Leonard
1986
1984
Faerie Tale Theatre
Faerie Tale Theatre as The Fool / Museum Guard
1981
Neighbors
Neighbors as Pa Greavy
1980
My Bodyguard
My Bodyguard as Workman
2014
About Last Night
About Last Night as Screenplay
2001
1996
1988
For Keeps?
For Keeps? as Writer
1986