Jason Mantzoukas

Born: 1972-12-18

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.


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as Tick Tock Man
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American Loser

as Luggage Channel Guy
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as Self (archive footage)
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as Giant Sloth
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as Dennis Feinstein
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Terrorists

as John Stevens
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Thank You, Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon

as Self
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American Dad!

as Cuban Soldier in Dream / Theodore (voice)
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American Dad!

as Talent Agent #1 (voice)
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American Dad!

as Police Officer (voice)
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American Dad!

as Tic-Tac Krachowski (voice)
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as Self
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Community

as Matt Lundergard
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Modern Family

as Kenny
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine

as Adrian Pimento
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Parks and Recreation

as Dennis Feinstein
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Bob's Burgers

as Mr. Manoogian (voice)
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The Simpsons

as Finn Bon Idée (voice)
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We Bare Bears

as Scientist (voice)
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Regular Show

as Sad Sax Guy (voice)
First aired: 2010-09-06

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as Scabby Grossman (voice)
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as Self
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Jimmy Kimmel Live!

as uncredited
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Jimmy Kimmel Live!

as Self
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as Rex / Zombie #2 (voice)
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Comedy Bang! Bang!

as Chef Luigi Lugosi
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as Self
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The Good Place

as Derek Hofstetler
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Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who, through an extraordinary string of events, enters the...

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We Baby Bears

as Zorpo (voice)
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Follow Grizz, Panda and Ice Bear – as their younger baby selves – traveling in a magical box to...

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Legion

as Jerome / Wolf
First aired: 2017-02-08

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Robot Chicken

as Jughead Jones (voice)
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A series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls....

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Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

as Carl Sando (voice)
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Velma

as Scrappy (voice)
First aired: 2023-01-12

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Percy Jackson and the Olympians

as Mr. D / Dionysus
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Bajillion Dollar Propertie$

as Uncle Jerry
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Star Trek: Prodigy

as Jankom Pog (voice)
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A motley crew of young rebellious aliens commandeer an old Starfleet ship and must figure out...

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History of the World: Part II

as Greece Ambassador
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Explore different periods of human history through a variety of sketches.

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Dickinson

as Bee (voice)
First aired: 2019-11-01

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Transparent

as Dr. Steve
First aired: 2014-09-26

An LA family with serious boundary issues have their past and future unravel when a dramatic...

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Obliterated

as Gremlin (voice)
First aired: 2023-11-30

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DuckTales

as Steelbeak (voice)
First aired: 2017-08-12

The adventures of billionaire Scrooge McDuck and his nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie, their famous...

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DuckTales

as Steelbeak / Steelbrain (voice)
First aired: 2017-08-12

The adventures of billionaire Scrooge McDuck and his nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie, their famous...

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Close Enough

as Alex Dorpenberger (voice)
First aired: 2020-07-09

A surreal take on transitioning from 20-something to 30-something centering on a married couple...

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Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life

as Robert Castellanos
First aired: 2016-11-25

Set nearly a decade after the finale of the original series, this revival follows Lorelai, Rory...

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Childrens Hospital

as Mole Man
First aired: 2008-12-08

A hospital isn't a place for lazy people. It's a place for smart people who take care of people...

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The League

as Rafi
First aired: 2009-10-29

The League is an American sitcom and semi-improvised comedy about a about a fantasy football...

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Big Mouth

as Jay Bilzerian (voice)
First aired: 2017-09-29

Teenage friends find their lives upended by the wonders and horrors of puberty in this edgy...

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The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse

as Huckster McBackstabber (voice)
First aired: 2020-11-18

It's nothing but fun and excitement for Mickey and his best pals – Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy...

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Broad City

as Creepy DJ
First aired: 2014-01-22

Broad City follows two women throughout their daily lives in New York City, making the smallest...

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Ultra City Smiths

as Tim Snodgrass (voice)
First aired: 2021-09-13

Two detectives must contend with dangerous corruption as they investigate the mysterious...

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Ultra City Smiths

as Second Flophouse Resident (voice)
First aired: 2021-09-13

Two detectives must contend with dangerous corruption as they investigate the mysterious...

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The Life & Times of Tim

as Dr. B.J. (voice)
First aired: 2008-09-28

The Life & Times of Tim is an HBO comedy animated television series, which premiered on...

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Drunk History

as Pope
First aired: 2013-07-09

Historical reenactments from A-list talent as told by inebriated storytellers. A unique take on...

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Workaholics

as Isaac Lubetkin
First aired: 2011-04-06

The misadventures of three recent college dropouts, roommates, and co-workers at a telemarketing...

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Agent Elvis

as Howard Hughes (voice)
First aired: 2023-03-17

Elvis Presley trades in his white jumpsuit for a jet pack when he is covertly inducted into a...

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The Jeselnik Offensive

as Self
First aired: 2013-02-19

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The Shivering Truth

as (voice)
First aired: 2018-12-09

A miniature propulsive omnibus clusterbomb of painfully riotous daymares all dripping with the...

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Twisted Metal

as Preacher
First aired: 2023-07-27

A motor-mouthed outsider with no memory of his past is offered a chance at a better life, but...

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Paper Girls

as Grand Father
First aired: 2022-07-28

It's the day after Halloween in 1988 when four young friends accidentally stumble into an...

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I'm Sorry

as Kyle
First aired: 2017-07-12

Andrea is a seemingly confident comedy writer, wife and mom, who comically exposes her inner...

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Nailed It!

as Self
First aired: 2018-03-09

Home bakers who have a poor track record in the kitchen seek redemption -- and cash -- on this...

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Roar

as Dave / Animal Control
First aired: 2022-04-15

Featuring an all-star cast, this genre-bending anthology series weaves together eight darkly...

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No Activity

as Marco / Dustin Kasprowicz
First aired: 2017-11-11

Set against the backdrop of a major drug cartel bust, the series follows two low-level cops who...

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The Greatest Event in Television History

as Director
First aired: 2012-10-12

Adam Scott is determined to make the greatest event in television history by remaking the...

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Comrade Detective

as Dragos (voice)
First aired: 2017-08-04

In the 1980s, millions of Romanians tuned in to Comrade Detective, a gritty, sexy, communist...

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Pam & Tommy

as Tommy Lee's Penis (voice)
First aired: 2022-02-02

This comedic series takes on the true story behind the release of the first ever viral video in...

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Animals.

as Fink (voice)
First aired: 2016-02-05

An animated comedy focusing on the downtrodden creatures native to Earth’s least-habitable...

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Thank You and Sorry

as uncredited
First aired: 2015-06-16

Jack Antonoff tours with his band, Bleachers, and along with the tour schedule, he deals with...

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Lady Dynamite

as Karl Grisham
First aired: 2016-05-20

A single-camera half-hour comedy based on what Maria Bamford has accepted to be "her life." It's...

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HouseBroken

as The Gray One (voice)
First aired: 2021-05-31

A dog named Honey leads a group of neighborhood animals in group therapy sessions.

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Drive Share

as Husband
First aired: 2017-01-30

Comedy show focusing on the drivers and bizarre passengers who use the world’s most popular ride...

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Enlightened

as Omar Ali
First aired: 2011-10-10

After a very public breakdown and a subsequent philosophical awakening in rehabilitation, Amy...

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HarmonQuest

as Gribble Grabble / Grabble Gribble
First aired: 2016-07-14

A fantasy comedy adventure series that melds live action comedians riffing on a stage in front...

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Review

as Smash-Off Opponent
First aired: 2014-03-06

A review of a movie, or a restaurant, or a car—or whatever else that typically falls under a...

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