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Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris

Acting·1973·94 films

Neil Patrick Harris (born June 15, 1973) is an American actor, singer, writer, producer, and television host. Primarily known for his comedic television roles and dramatic and musical stage roles, he has received multiple accolades throughout his career, including a Tony Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for a Grammy Award and three Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Filmography

Gone Girl
Gone Girl (2014)Desi Collings
The Matrix Resurrections
The Matrix Resurrections (2021)The Analyst
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)Steve (voice)
Starship Troopers
Starship Troopers (1997)Colonel Carl Jenkins
American Reunion
American Reunion (2012)Celebrity Dance-Off Host
A Million Ways to Die in the West
A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014)Foy
Downsizing
Downsizing (2017)Jeff Lonowski
The Smurfs
The Smurfs (2011)Patrick Winslow
Serenity
Serenity (2005)Screaming Reaver (uncredited)
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (2013)Steve (voice)
Beastly
Beastly (2011)Will Fratalli
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (2022)Richard Fink
The Smurfs 2
The Smurfs 2 (2013)Patrick Winslow
Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle
Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)Neil Patrick Harris
Batman: Under the Red Hood
Batman: Under the Red Hood (2010)Nightwing (voice)
The Muppets
The Muppets (2011)Neil Patrick Harris
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008)Neil Patrick Harris
A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas
A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas (2011)Neil Patrick Harris
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (2010)Lou (voice)
Justice League: The New Frontier
Justice League: The New Frontier (2008)Barry Allen / The Flash (voice)
8-Bit Christmas
8-Bit Christmas (2021)Adult Jake Doyle / Narrator
Undercover Brother
Undercover Brother (2002)Lance
The Next Best Thing
The Next Best Thing (2000)David
Clara's Heart
Clara's Heart (1988)David Hart
Robot Chicken: DC Comics Special
Robot Chicken: DC Comics Special (2012)Two-Face / Black Manta (voice)
The Making of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog
The Making of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog (2007)Self
The Proposition
The Proposition (1998)Roger Martin
Dads
Dads (2019)Self
Company
Company (2011)Robert
The Best and the Brightest
The Best and the Brightest (2010)Jeff
Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium
Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium (2022)Self
Yes, Virginia
Yes, Virginia (2009)Dr. Philip O'Hanlon (voice)
The Christmas Blessing
The Christmas Blessing (2005)Nathan Andrews
Prop 8: The Musical
Prop 8: The Musical (2008)A Very Smart Fellow
The Out List
The Out List (2013)Himself
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street in Concert
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street in Concert (2001)Tobias
The Christmas Wish
The Christmas Wish (1998)Will Martin
Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story
Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story (1994)Jim Stolpa
Wig
Wig (2019)Self
Purple People Eater
Purple People Eater (1988)Billy Johnson
The Words That Built America
The Words That Built America (2017)Self - Reader: Declaration of Independence
Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate
Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate (2019)Self
Animal Room
Animal Room (1995)Arnold Mosk
Sudden Fury
Sudden Fury (1993)Brian Hannigan
The Earth Day Special
The Earth Day Special (1990)Doogie Howser
Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary Specials
Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary Specials (2023)The Toymaker (archive footage)
Elton John: I'm Still Standing - A Grammy Salute
Elton John: I'm Still Standing - A Grammy Salute (2018)Self
The Man in the Attic
The Man in the Attic (1995)Edward Broder
Legacy of Sin: The William Coit Story
Legacy of Sin: The William Coit Story (1995)William Coit
Disney Heroes Volume 1
Disney Heroes Volume 1 (2005)Moyo (voice)
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge - Adventure Awaits
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge - Adventure Awaits (2019)Self - Host
The Wedding Dress
The Wedding Dress (2001)Travis Cleveland
Home Fires Burning
Home Fires Burning (1989)Lonnie Tibbettes
Stranger in the Family
Stranger in the Family (1991)Steve Thompson
Beyond All Boundaries
Beyond All Boundaries (2009)1st Lt. David Hettema / Sgt. William Manchester
The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic
The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic (1991)Self
Coded: The Hidden Love of J.C. Leyendecker
Coded: The Hidden Love of J.C. Leyendecker (2021)J.C. Leyendecker (voice)
Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You
Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You (1992)Self
Cold Sassy Tree
Cold Sassy Tree (1989)Will Tweedy
Steve's First Bath
Steve's First Bath (2014)Steve (voice)
Commentary! The Musical
Commentary! The Musical (2008)
Attack of the 50-foot Gummi Bear
Attack of the 50-foot Gummi Bear (2014)Steve the Monkey (voice)
Group Therapy
Group Therapy (2024)Self - Moderator
Doctor Who at the Proms
Doctor Who at the Proms (2024)The Toymaker (archive footage)
Mickey’s 90th Spectacular
Mickey’s 90th Spectacular (2018)Self
Summer of Camp Caprice
Summer of Camp Caprice (2001)Jed (voice)
Dolly Parton's Pet Gala
Dolly Parton's Pet Gala (2024)
Too Good to Be True
Too Good to Be True (1988)Danny Harland
A First Look at Batman: Under the Red Hood
A First Look at Batman: Under the Red Hood (2010)Self
My Antonia
My Antonia (1995)Jimmy Burden
The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Blowhole
The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Blowhole (2012)Dr. Blowhole (voice)
The Mesmerist
The Mesmerist (2002)Benjamin
For Our Children
For Our Children (1993)Self
Death from Above: The Making of 'Starship Troopers'
Death from Above: The Making of 'Starship Troopers' (2002)Himself
The Golden Blaze
The Golden Blaze (2005)The Comic Shop Owner (voice)
Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade (2013)Host
Not Our Son
Not Our Son (1995)Paul Keller
In Their Own Words: Jim Henson
In Their Own Words: Jim Henson (2015)Self - Actor
This Is MST3K
This Is MST3K (1992)Self
The Making of Sweeney Todd at the San Francisco Symphony
The Making of Sweeney Todd at the San Francisco Symphony (2002)Self
Assassins
Assassins (2024)The Balladeer
Dracula's Daughter vs. the Space Brains
Dracula's Daughter vs. the Space Brains (2010)Dan
Sunny Dancer
Sunny Dancer (2026)Patrick
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days (2010)The Shoe Fairy (uncredited) (archive footage)
How I Met The Robin
How I Met The RobinBarney Stinson
The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration
The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration (2020)Self
Cabaret: The Musical That Changed Musicals
Cabaret: The Musical That Changed Musicals (2013)Narrator
Billion Dollar Babies: The True Story of the Cabbage Patch Kids
Billion Dollar Babies: The True Story of the Cabbage Patch Kids (2023)Narrator (voice)
A Snow White Christmas: Opening Night
A Snow White Christmas: Opening Night (2012)The Magic Mirror
Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical Tales
Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends: The Letter Quest and Other Magical Tales (2009)Self
Through a Dog's Eyes
Through a Dog's Eyes (2010)Narrator
Epcot International Festival of the Holidays – Candlelight Processional
Epcot International Festival of the Holidays – Candlelight Processional (2019)Narrator
Neil Patrick Harris: Circus Awesomeus
Neil Patrick Harris: Circus Awesomeus (2016)Host / Himself
Jack Tucker: Comedy Standup Hour
Jack Tucker: Comedy Standup Hour (2026)The Boss