Bill Maher
Known for
Bill Maher is a screen veteran of the old school who has seen the business change around him more than once. The filmography leans toward comedy. The filmography runs to some 45 credits between film and television. In cinemas, 'Iron Man 3' is the work that stuck — Bill Maher, specifically. 'John Q' belongs on any short list of his work.
Bill Maher
28 Movies
17 Series
Bill Maher is a screen veteran of the old school who has seen the business change around him more than once. The filmography leans toward comedy. The filmography runs to some 45 credits between film and television. In cinemas, 'Iron Man 3' is the work that stuck — Bill Maher, specifically. 'John Q' belongs on any short list of his work.
Movies
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Iron Man 3
2013
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John Q
2002
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The Campaign
2012
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Swing Vote
2008
Plays John
House II: The Second Story
1987
Plays Baba
D.C. Cab
1983
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EDtv
1999
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Pauly Shore Is Dead
2003
Plays Jim
Cannibal Women in the Avocado Jungle of Death
1989
Plays Maxwell Taylor
Out of Time
1988
Writer
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Bill Maher: Be More Cynical
2000
Plays Elmo Bunn
Pizza Man
1991
Writer
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Bill Maher: I'm Swiss
2005
Writer
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Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home
2003
TV Shows
Plays Marty Lang
Sara
1985
Plays Elliot Weedle
Charlie Hoover
1991
Writer
Plays Self - Host
Politically Incorrect
1993
Plays Self - Panelist
Hollywood Squares
1998
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Family Guy
1999
Plays Rick Rivers
Murder, She Wrote
1984
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Spin City
1996
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Dharma & Greg
1997
Plays Haskel
Max Headroom
1987
Plays Adam Gold
Married... with Children
1987
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Brother's Keeper
1998
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black-ish
2014
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True Blood
2008
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The Sarah Silverman Program
2007
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V.I.P.
1998
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Snoops
1999
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The Larry Sanders Show
1992
Latest Trailers
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Bill Maher: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Full Filmography
Bill Maher: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Honoree
2026
Film
Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This?
Self
2025
Film
Bill Maher: #Adulting
Self
2022
Film
Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma
Self
2018
Film
Family Guy
Bill Maher (voice) · 3 episodes
2010–2017
TV
Bill Maher - Whiny Little Bitch Live
Himself
2016
Film
black-ish
Bill Maher · 1 episode
2015
TV
Bill Maher: Live from D.C.
Self
2014
Film
A Million Ways to Die in the West
Barn Dance Comedian (uncredited)
2014
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Bill Maher and where are they from?
Bill Maher is 70 years old, born on January 20, 1956 in New York City, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Bill Maher?
Bill Maher is best known for roles in Iron Man 3, The Interview, A Million Ways to Die in the West.
How many movies has Bill Maher been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Bill Maher has appeared in 18 movies and 15 TV shows.
What was Bill Maher's first movie?
The career of Bill Maher began with D.C. Cab (1983).
What is Bill Maher's most recent movie or series?
Bill Maher's most recent release is Bill Maher: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, which premiered on July 21, 2026.
What TV shows has Bill Maher appeared in?
On television, Bill Maher has appeared in Family Guy, True Blood, Married... with Children, The Daily Show.
Does Bill Maher have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Bill Maher's upcoming work includes: Once Upon a Time in Jersey (2026).
Bill Maher
1956-01-20 · New York City, New York, USA
William 'Bill' Maher, Jr. is an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor. Before his current role as the host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, he hosted a similar late-night talk show called Politically Incorrect, originally on Comedy Central and later on ABC. He's known for his political satire and sociopolitical commentary, which targets a wide swath of topics. He supports the legalization of marijuana and same-sex marriage, and serves on the board of PETA. He is also a critic of religion and is an advisory board member of Project Reason, a foundation to promote scientific knowledge and secular values within society. He currently ranks number 38 on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. He got a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on September 14, 2010.