
Shelley Berman
Acting
Shelley Berman (February 3, 1925 – September 1, 2017) was an American comedian, actor, writer, teacher, lecturer, and poet. Berman gained fame for his distinct style of comedic storytelling, often performing monologues that delved into relatable yet humorous observations about everyday life. His use of personal anecdotes and dry wit set a trend in stand-up comedy, influencing many comedians who followed. He released several successful comedy albums, including "Inside Shelley Berman" (1959), which became the first comedy album to earn a gold record. His achievements also extended to television and film, with notable appearances in various shows and movies. Berman's impact on the comedy landscape, marked by his intelligent humour and storytelling abilities, solidified his legacy as a trailblazer in the world of stand-up comedy. He passed away in 2017, leaving behind a lasting imprint on the entertainment industry.
TV Shows(67)

Hawaii Five-0
Morty Sapperstein
2010

The Unusuals
2009

Raising the Bar
Danny Rose
2008

Pushing Daisies
Gustav Hofer
2007

Hannah Montana
Dr. Froman
2006

Grey's Anatomy
Jed Sorento
2005

Boston Legal
Judge Robert Sanders
2004

CSI: NY
George Savar
2004

Entourage
Uncle Shelley
2004

Dead Like Me
Theo
2003

The Bernie Mac Show
Shelley Berman
2001

That's My Bush!
Principal
2001

Lizzie McGuire
Nobby Frostybump
2001

Curb Your Enthusiasm
Nat David
2000

Even Stevens
Jackie the Janitor
2000

Providence
1999

The King of Queens
Skitch
1998

L.A. Doctors
1998

Chicago Sons
Mr. McLashan
1997

Arli$$
Ollie Fogle
1996

Friends
Mr. Kaplan Jr.
1994

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Self
1992

Monsters
Leo Tandoski
1988

L.A. Law
Ben Flicker
1986

MacGyver
Abe Sherman
1985

Brothers
1984

Night Court
Al
1984

St. Elsewhere
Bill Belvedere (voice)
1982

Knight Rider
Josh Bevin
1982

Matt Houston
1982

Hotel
1982

Eischied
1979

Flying High
1978

Vega$
1978

Forever Fernwood
1977

CHiPs
Desperate Car Owner (uncredited)
1977

Police Woman
1974

The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Dr. Walter Udall
1970

Love, American Style
Window Washer
1969
The Barbara McNair Show
Self
1969
That's Life
1968

Adam-12
Phil Duke
1968

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self (uncredited)
1968

The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
Dr. Vladimir Toulouse
1966

Mister Roberts
1965

The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
Sheldon Veblen
1964

Bewitched
Mr. Brinkman
1964

The Hollywood Palace
Self - Comedian
1964

The Judy Garland Show
Self
1963

Burke's Law
King Dmitri
1963

Breaking Point
1963

The Merv Griffin Show
Self
1962

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
1962

The Mike Douglas Show
Self
1961

The DuPont Show of the Week
Self
1961

The Twilight Zone
Archibald Beechcroft
1959

Rawhide
Mendel Sorkin
1959

Kraft Music Hall
Self
1958

Peter Gunn
1958
The Lux Show
Self
1957
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Self - Guest Host
1957

The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
Self
1956

The Steve Allen Show
Self
1956
The George Gobel Show
Self
1954

General Electric Theater
Stanley
1953

What's My Line?
Self - Mystery Guest
1950

The Ed Sullivan Show
Self
1948
Movies(23)

When Jews Were Funny
2013

Looking for Lenny
Self
2011

The Legend of Secret Pass
Ira (voice)
2010

You Don't Mess with the Zohan
Zohan's Father
2008
Cutting Edge Comedians of the '60s & '70s
Self (archive footage)
2007

The Holiday
Norman
2006

The Aristocrats
Self
2005

Meet the Fockers
Judge Ira
2004

The Last Producer
Poker Player
2000
Carol Leifer: Gaudy, Bawdy & Blue
Shelley Berman
1992

Motorama
Million Dollar Driver
1991

Elliot Fauman, Ph.D.
Stromberg
1990

Teen Witch
Mr. Weaver
1989

Rented Lips
Bill Slotnik
1988
The Kid Who Wouldn't Quit: The Brad Silverman Story
Harold
1987

Brenda Starr, Reporter
A.J. Livwright
1979

Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II
1978

Beware! The Blob
Mr. Carmel, Hair Stylist
1972

Every Home Should Have One
Nat Kaplan
1970

Divorce American Style
David Grieff
1967

The Best Man
Sheldon Bascomb
1964

The Fabulous Fifties
Self
1960

Dementia
Stoned Beatnik (uncredited)
1955