Overview
B.J. Novak
Known For
The Premise
This anthology series about timeless moral questions in unprecedented times,...
Comedy Warriors: Healing Through Humor
In this documentary five severely wounded Iraq/Afghanistan veterans work with...
'The Office' Skit from the Emmys
Dunder Mifflin employees explain why they hate their jobs —...
Biography
Benjamin Joseph Manaly 'B.J.' Novak (born July 31, 1979) is an American actor, stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and director from Newton, Massachusetts. He is widely known for his contributions to the U.S. version of The Office from 2005 to 2013, being a writer, co-executive producer for and playing the role of Ryan Howard on the series. He is also known to international audiences for appearing in the Quentin Tarantino film Inglourious Basterds (2009).