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Jim Parsons
Known for
Worldwide breakthrough as Sheldon Cooper in CBS's The Big Bang Theory (2007-2019), one of the most successful comedies in television history, winning four Emmy awards and the Golden Globe. Narrated and produced the prequel Young Sheldon (2017-2024). Starred in Hidden Figures (2016), The Boys in the Band (2020) and Netflix's Hollywood (2020). American actor and producer identified with television comedy, his masterful portrayal of the brilliant and eccentric theoretical physicist established him as one of the most recognized comic performers of his generation.
Jim Parsons
25 Movies
13 Series
Worldwide breakthrough as Sheldon Cooper in CBS's The Big Bang Theory (2007-2019), one of the most successful comedies in television history, winning four Emmy awards and the Golden Globe. Narrated and produced the prequel Young Sheldon (2017-2024). Starred in Hidden Figures (2016), The Boys in the Band (2020) and Netflix's Hollywood (2020). American actor and producer identified with television comedy, his masterful portrayal of the brilliant and eccentric theoretical physicist established him as one of the most recognized comic performers of his generation.
Movies
Plays Paul Stafford
Hidden Figures
2016
Plays Oh (voice)
Home
2015
Plays Human Walter
The Muppets
2011
Plays Carl / Sheep (voice)
Animal Farm
2026
Plays Florida Prosecutor Larry Simpson
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
2019
Producer
Plays Michael Ausiello
Spoiler Alert
2022
Plays Tim
Garden State
2004
Plays Crane
The Big Year
2011
Plays Classmate
School for Scoundrels
2006
Plays Dr. Mathison
Visions
2015
Plays Receptionist
10 Items or Less
2006
Plays Spim
Gardener of Eden
2007
Plays Tommy Boatwright
The Normal Heart
2014
Plays Michael
The Boys in the Band
2020
Plays Paul
Wish I Was Here
2014
Plays Hay Man (voice)
Michael Jackson's Halloween
2017
Plays Justin
The Great New Wonderful
2005
Plays Oliver
Heights
2005
Producer
Plays Greg Wheeler
A Kid Like Jake
2018
Plays Prince
Sunset Stories
2012
Plays Jimmy Pea
On the Road with Judas
2007
TV Shows
Plays Sheldon Cooper
The Big Bang Theory
2007
Producer
Plays Sheldon Cooper (voice)
Young Sheldon
2017
Plays Rob Holbrook
Judging Amy
1999
Producer
Plays Henry Wilson
Hollywood
2020
Plays Milton Feltwaddle (voice)
Pound Puppies
2010
Plays Sheldon Cooper (voice)
Family Guy
1999
Plays Chet
Ed
2000
Plays Jim
Staged
2020
Plays Draven (voice)
Glenn Martin, DDS
2009
Plays Caleb
iCarly
2007
Plays Carl the Jeep
Eureka
2006
Plays Stan (voice)
Pete the Cat
2017
Plays Jim Parsons (voice)
The Simpsons
1989
Latest Trailers
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Animal Farm
Full Filmography
The Leader
Warren
2026
Film
Animal Farm
Carl / Sheep (voice)
2026
Film
Jordageddon
Sheldon Cooper
2023
Film
Spoiler Alert
Michael Ausiello
2022
Film
Staged
Jim · 1 episode
2021
TV
Harvey
Elwood P. Dowd
2021
Film
Hollywood
Henry Wilson · 7 episodes
2020
TV
The Simpsons
Jim Parsons (voice) · 1 episode
2019–2020
TV
The Boys in the Band
Michael
2020
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jim Parsons and where are they from?
Jim Parsons is 53 years old, born on March 24, 1973 in Houston, Texas, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Jim Parsons?
Jim Parsons is best known for roles in Hidden Figures, Home, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile.
How many movies has Jim Parsons been in?
Over a 22-year career (since 2004), Jim Parsons has appeared in 25 movies and 13 TV shows.
What was Jim Parsons's first movie?
The career of Jim Parsons began with Garden State (2004).
What is Jim Parsons's most recent movie or series?
Jim Parsons's most recent release is The Leader, which premiered on June 5, 2026.
What TV shows has Jim Parsons appeared in?
On television, Jim Parsons has appeared in The Big Bang Theory, The Simpsons, Family Guy, Young Sheldon.
Jim Parsons
1973-03-24 · Houston, Texas, USA
Jim Parsons is an American television and film actor, best known for playing Sheldon Cooper in The Big Bang Theory.