Dan Aykroyd
Known for
One of the great comedians of contemporary American cinema. Emerging from 'Saturday Night Live', he became established worldwide as co-star, co-writer and co-creator of 'Ghostbusters' (1984) and its sequel, one of the most beloved comedies in history. Oscar-nominated for 'Driving Miss Daisy' (1989), he shone in 'Trading Places' (1983) and 'The Blues Brothers' (1980). Canadian actor, comedian and screenwriter, a benchmark of comedy of recent decades, recognized for his comic energy and his wit, one of the great figures of contemporary American humor.
Dan Aykroyd
79 Movies
11 Series
One of the great comedians of contemporary American cinema. Emerging from 'Saturday Night Live', he became established worldwide as co-star, co-writer and co-creator of 'Ghostbusters' (1984) and its sequel, one of the most beloved comedies in history. Oscar-nominated for 'Driving Miss Daisy' (1989), he shone in 'Trading Places' (1983) and 'The Blues Brothers' (1980). Canadian actor, comedian and screenwriter, a benchmark of comedy of recent decades, recognized for his comic energy and his wit, one of the great figures of contemporary American humor.
Movies
Plays 1982 Championship MC
Pixels
2015
Plays Captain Thurman
Pearl Harbor
2001
Plays Art Weber
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
1984
Plays Dr. Keats
50 First Dates
2004
Writer
Plays Dr. Raymond Stantz
Ghostbusters
1984
Plays Louis Winthorpe III
Trading Places
1983
Producer
Plays Ray Stantz
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
2021
Producer
Plays Ray Stantz
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
2024
Writer
Plays Dr. Raymond Stantz
Ghostbusters II
1989
Producer
Plays Cabbie
Ghostbusters
2016
Plays Chip (voice)
Antz
1998
Plays Mother
Sneakers
1992
Plays Governor Lewis
Evolution
2001
Plays Harry Sultenfuss
My Girl
1991
Writer
Plays Elwood Blues
The Blues Brothers
1980
Plays Yogi Bear (voice)
Yogi Bear
2010
Plays Wade Motch
The Campaign
2012
Plays Captain Tucker
I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
2007
Plays Passenger
Twilight Zone: The Movie
1983
Plays Steven Mills
My Stepmother Is an Alien
1988
Plays Sgt. Frank Tree
1941
1979
Plays Vic Frohmeyer
Christmas with the Kranks
2004
Writer
Plays Beldar
Coneheads
1993
Plays Boolie Werthan
Driving Miss Daisy
1989
Plays Ray Zalinsky
Tommy Boy
1995
Plays Mack Sennett
Chaplin
1992
Plays Seymour Heller
Behind the Candelabra
2013
Plays Ben Bart
Get On Up
2014
Plays Scarecrow (voice)
Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return
2014
Plays Roman Craig
The Great Outdoors
1988
Writer
Plays Austin Millbarge
Spies Like Us
1985
Plays Harry Sultenfuss
My Girl 2
1994
Writer
Plays Elwood Blues
Blues Brothers 2000
1998
Plays Pa Tex
North
1994
Plays Colonel Hall
Sgt. Bilko
1996
Plays Grocer
Grosse Pointe Blank
1997
Plays Len Carver
Zombie Town
2023
Plays Herb
Into the Night
1985
Plays Pete Wagner
Crossroads
2002
Plays Julius Jensen
Shortcut to Happiness
2007
Plays Dad
Loser
2000
Writer
Plays Sgt. Joe Friday
Dragnet
1987
Plays Mr. Vice President
War, Inc.
2008
Plays Chris Magruder
The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
2001
Plays Captain Tom Everett
Caddyshack II
1988
Plays Fred Lavery
Exit to Eden
1994
Plays Don
Tammy
2014
Plays President William Haney
My Fellow Americans
1996
Plays Jimmy Flaherty
Celtic Pride
1996
Plays Ellis Fielding
Loose Cannons
1990
TV Shows
Producer
Plays Rev. Mike Weber
Soul Man
1997
Plays Danny Michalski
According to Jim
2001
Plays Kate's Dad (voice)
Workin' Moms
2017
Plays Self
Second City: First Family of Comedy
2006
Plays Crawford Gordon
The Arrow
1997
Plays Dan Aykroyd (voice)
Family Guy
1999
Plays Mike Weber
Home Improvement
1991
Plays Captain Milligan
Tales from the Crypt
1989
Plays Postage Stamp Fellow (voice)
The Simpsons
1989
Plays Buddy
The Conners
2018
Latest Trailers
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You Had to Be There: How the Toronto Godspell Ignited the Comedy Revolution...
Full Filmography
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Ray Stantz
2024
Film
Zombie Town
Len Carver
2023
Film
The Simpsons
Postage Stamp Fellow (voice) · 1 episode
2020–2021
TV
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Ray Stantz
2021
Film
The Conners
Buddy · 1 episode
2019
TV
Workin' Moms
Kate's Dad · 1 episode
2017
TV
Ghostbusters
Cabbie
2016
Film
Pixels
1982 Championship MC
2015
Film
Get On Up
Ben Bart
2014
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Dan Aykroyd and where are they from?
Dan Aykroyd is 74 years old, born on July 1, 1952 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
What are the most famous roles of Dan Aykroyd?
Dan Aykroyd is best known for roles in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Ghostbusters, Pixels.
How many movies has Dan Aykroyd been in?
Over a 52-year career (since 1974), Dan Aykroyd has appeared in 77 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Dan Aykroyd's first movie?
The career of Dan Aykroyd began with The Gift of Winter (1974).
What is Dan Aykroyd's most recent movie or series?
Dan Aykroyd's most recent release is The Tom Green Farm, which premiered on May 29, 2026.
What TV shows has Dan Aykroyd appeared in?
On television, Dan Aykroyd has appeared in The Simpsons, Family Guy, The Nanny, Tales from the Crypt.
Does Dan Aykroyd have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Dan Aykroyd's upcoming work includes: You Had to Be There: How the Toronto Godspell Ignited the Comedy Revolution... (2026).
Dan Aykroyd
1952-07-01 · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Daniel Edward Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career.
In 1975, Aykroyd joined "Saturday Night Live" as a founding member of the "Not Ready For Prime Time Players," crafting iconic sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era.
His versatile talent shines in roles like Dr. Ray Stantz in "Ghostbusters," Jessica Tandy’s son in "Driving Miss Daisy," a single father in "My Girl," and an assassin in "Grosse Pointe Blank," showcasing both comedic and dramatic prowess.