Robert Klein
Known for
Robert Klein has grown into a veteran American actor whose name has been turning up in credits for decades. 'Definitely, Maybe' counts among the more visible credits. The early stretch of the career is the part least seen today. There are 67 entries on the filmography, most of them supporting work in other people's stories. Phillip Warren in 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' is the role that outgrew the rest.
Robert Klein
45 Movies
22 Series
Robert Klein has grown into a veteran American actor whose name has been turning up in credits for decades. 'Definitely, Maybe' counts among the more visible credits. The early stretch of the career is the part least seen today. There are 67 entries on the filmography, most of them supporting work in other people's stories. Phillip Warren in 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' is the role that outgrew the rest.
Movies
Plays Phillip Warren
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
2003
Plays Larry Kelson
Two Weeks Notice
2002
Plays Robert Klein
Definitely, Maybe
2008
Plays Dr. Scott Harris
The Back-Up Plan
2010
Plays Mr. Lobel
Mixed Nuts
1994
Plays Roger Deal
Hooper
1978
Plays Jonathan Timpleman
Reign Over Me
2007
Plays The Butterfly (voice)
The Last Unicorn
1982
Plays Bob Farrell
Demoted
2011
Plays Wyatt (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990
Plays Dr. Martin
One Fine Day
1996
Plays Norman Asher
Primary Colors
1998
Plays Barney
The Owl and the Pussycat
1970
Plays Howard Gold
The Safety of Objects
2002
Plays Dr. Sandy Napier
People I Know
2002
Plays The CEO
Dirty Movie
2011
Plays Dr. Mort Zalkind
I'm with Lucy
2002
Plays Jackson
The Contract
1999
Plays Jasper
Before I Go
2021
Plays Skip Winkley
Jeffrey
1995
Plays Mel
Goosed
1999
Plays Father Writer
Radioland Murders
1994
Plays Peter
The Landlord
1970
Plays CEO
National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie
2012
Plays Seymour Black
Ira & Abby
2006
Plays Arty Lesser
Next Stop Wonderland
1998
Plays Tom Cranston
Suits
1999
Plays Melvin Lasher
The Pursuit of Happiness
1971
Plays Bam Bam
Dangerous Curves
1988
Plays Doctor
Piñero
2001
Plays Walter
Nobody's Perfekt
1981
Plays Lenny
The Bell Jar
1979
Plays Peter
Rivals
1972
Plays Lenny Jolie-Jolie
Pajama Tops
1983
Plays Hugh Hamilton
Clarissa
1995
Writer
Plays Robert Klein
Robert Klein: Unfair & Unbalanced
2010
TV Shows
Plays Self - Panelist
Hollywood Squares
1998
Plays Self
The History of Comedy
2017
Plays Stan Stone
The Stones
2004
Plays Landau
Bob Patterson
2001
Plays Leo Diamond
The Mysteries of Laura
2014
Plays Martin Adler
Will & Grace
2017
Plays Dwight Stannich
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
Plays Uncle Mo Dorkin (voice)
Duckman
1994
Plays Father Anthony
Gravity
2010
Plays Lyle
The Good Wife
2009
Plays Robert Klein
Yes, Dear
2000
Plays Elliott Casso
Life on Mars
2008
Plays Bank Manager
Anna Pigeon
2026
Plays (segment "Wordplay")
The Twilight Zone
1985
Plays Barney Drake
Murder, She Wrote
1984
Plays Roger "Eggy" Erdman
Family Ties
1982
Plays Stan Freitus
Mad About You
1992
Plays Robert (voice)
Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist
1995
Plays Gary (voice)
Frasier
1993
Plays Bruce Degner
The King of Queens
1998
Plays Rick Mason
Law & Order
1990
Plays Dwayne Trent
Heartland
2007
Plays Lester Clark
Madam Secretary
2014
Latest Trailers
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Notice to Quit
Full Filmography
Anna Pigeon
Bank Manager · 1 episode
2026–
TV
Before I Go
Jasper
2021
Film
Will & Grace
Martin Adler · 4 episodes
2017–
TV
The History of Comedy
Self · 14 episodes
2017–
TV
Madam Secretary
Lester Clark · 1 episode
2014–
TV
The Mysteries of Laura
Leo Diamond · 5 episodes
2014–
TV
National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie
CEO
2012
Film
Demoted
Bob Farrell
2011
Film
Dirty Movie
The CEO
2011
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Robert Klein and where are they from?
Robert Klein is 84 years old, born on February 8, 1942 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Robert Klein?
Robert Klein is best known for roles in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Definitely, Maybe, Two Weeks Notice.
How many movies has Robert Klein been in?
Over a 56-year career (since 1970), Robert Klein has appeared in 38 movies and 20 TV shows.
What was Robert Klein's first movie?
The career of Robert Klein began with The Landlord (1970).
What is Robert Klein's most recent movie or series?
Robert Klein's most recent release is Anna Pigeon, which premiered on August 7, 2026.
What TV shows has Robert Klein appeared in?
On television, Robert Klein has appeared in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Frasier, Oz, The King of Queens.
Robert Klein
1942-02-08 · The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Robert Klein (born February 8, 1942) is an American stand-up comedian, singer, and actor. He is known for his appearances on stage and screen. He has released four standup comedy specials including, A Child of the 50s (1973), Mind Over Matter (1974), New Teeth (1975), and Let's Not Make Love (1990). The first two albums received Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album nominations. Klein hosted Saturday Night Live in its first season in 1975 and again in 1978. Klein made his Broadway debut in the 1966 production of The Apple Tree opposite Alan Alda. He earned a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical nomination for his performance in Neil Simon's musical comedy They're Playing Our Song (1979).
He is known for his film roles in The Owl and the Pussycat (1970), Mixed Nuts (1994), One Fine Day (1996), Primary Colors (1998), Two Weeks Notice (2002), How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003), and Reign Over Me (2007). He is also known for his recurring television roles in Law & Order: SVU (2009-2012), The Good Wife (2013-2014), Madam Secretary (2014), Will & Grace (2018-2019). He has received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his specials, Child in his 50's (2001), and Unfair and Unbalanced (2010). He was profiled in the Starz documentary Robert Klein Still Can't Stop His Leg (2016).