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Martin Starr Biography

Birth Name:Martin James Pflieger Schienle

Birth Place:Santa Monica, California, United States

Profession Actor, Producer, Soundtrack, Writer

Fast Facts

  • He appeared in the 2009 film "Adventureland" with Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen Stewart, which was nominated for Best Ensemble Cast at the Gotham Awards
  • Son of actress Jean St․ James
  • He appeared in his first film "Hero" at age 10
  • Is known for appearing in director Judd Apatow's films such as "Knocked Up," "Superbad," and "Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story․"
  • Known for his roles in the cult hits "Freeks and Geeks" and "Party Down․"
  • He and actress Dayna Price took the same class while at Los Angeles County High School For The Arts, and later worked together on "Freaks and Geeks" and "Roswell․"
  • Known for his deadpan humor
  • Made guest appearances in numerous TV series, such as "New Girl," "How I Met Your Mother," "Hawaii Five-0," and "King of the Hill․"

Awards

  • 2000Young Artist Award-Best Performance in a TV Series - Young Ensemble: nominated
  • 2000YoungStar Award-Best Young Ensemble Cast - Television: nominated
  • 2009Gotham Independent Film Award-Best Ensemble Performance: nominated
  • 2015Best Actor-: winner
  • 2024Astra TV Award-Best Supporting Actor in Broadcast Network or Cable Comedy Series: nominated