B.J. Novak

B.J. Novak

45 · Born: Jul 31, 1979

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJul 31, 1979 Newton, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
  • Linda Novak (Manaly)
  • William Novak
Relatives
  • Jesse Novak (Sibling)
  • Lev Novak (Sibling)

Biography

Benjamin Joseph Manaly Novak, also affectionately known as B.J. Novak, is a multifaceted American entertainer, born on July 31, 1979, in Newton, Massachusetts.

As a talented individual, Novak has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, particularly in the realm of television, where he is widely recognized for his involvement with the U.S. version of The Office, a popular sitcom that aired from 2005 to 2013.

During his time on the show, Novak served as a writer, co-executive producer, and even portrayed the character of Ryan Howard, a role that showcased his impressive acting abilities.

In addition to his work on The Office, Novak has also gained international recognition for his appearance in the critically acclaimed Quentin Tarantino film Inglourious Basterds, which was released in 2009.

Through his diverse range of roles and projects, Novak has established himself as a versatile and talented individual, with a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

Career

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2022
Vengeance
Vengeance as Ben Manalowitz
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2016
The Founder
The Founder as Harry J. Sonneborn
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2015
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2014
The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 as Allistar Smythe
{"id":176,"title":"The Newsroom","year":2014,"character":"Lucas Pruit","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/the-newsroom-us","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3rqk9ntlea70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3rqk9ntlea70.jpg"},"released":1}
The Newsroom
The Newsroom as Lucas Pruit
{"id":540,"title":"Saving Mr. Banks","year":"2013","character":"Robert Sherman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/saving-mr-banks","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7vde92u50cs0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7vde92u50cs0.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Saving Mr. Banks
Saving Mr. Banks as Robert Sherman
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The Smurfs 2
The Smurfs 2 as Baker Smurf (voice)
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The Internship
The Internship as Male Interviewer
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2012
The Dictator
The Dictator as (uncredited)
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2011
The Smurfs
The Smurfs as Baker Smurf (voice)
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2009
Inglourious Basterds
Inglourious Basterds as PFC. Smithson Utivich
{"id":5249,"title":"Reign Over Me","year":"2007","character":"Mr. Fallon","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/reign-over-me","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1ebrl1kqb9mo.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1ebrl1kqb9mo.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
Reign Over Me
Reign Over Me as Mr. Fallon
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Knocked Up
Knocked Up as Young Doctor
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2006
Unaccompanied Minors
Unaccompanied Minors as Desk Attendant
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2005
The Office
The Office as Ryan Howard
{"id":887,"title":"Punk'd","year":2003,"character":"Field Agent","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/punkd","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_887.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_887.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Punk'd
Punk'd as Field Agent
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2022
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2021
{"id":1472,"title":"Comedy Warriors: Healing Through Humor","year":"2014","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/comedy-warriors-healing-through-humor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_1472.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_1472.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
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2013
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2012
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2010
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2022
Vengeance
Vengeance as Director, Writer
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2021
The Premise
The Premise as Creator