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