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Michael Cera BIO

Cera is a Canadian actor, comedian, producer, singer, and songwriter. He started his career as a child actor, portraying a young Chuck Barris in Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002). He is known for his role as George Michael Bluth on the sitcom Arrested Development (2003–2006, 2013, 2018–2019) and for his film roles as Evan in Superbad (2007), Paulie Bleeker in Juno (2007), Scott Pilgrim in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010), and a fictional version of himself in This Is the End (2013), as well as the voices of Dick Grayson / Robin in The Lego Batman Movie (2017), Barry (a deformed sausage) in Sausage Party (2016), and Sal Viscuso, the voice behind the announcements in Childrens Hospital.

Cera made his Broadway debut in the 2014 production of Kenneth Lonergan's This Is Our Youth. For his performance in the 2018 production of Lonergan's Lobby Hero, Cera was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play. Cera most recently starred in the revival of Lonergan's The Waverly Gallery.

In addition to acting, Cera is a musician, having released his debut album True That in 2014. Previously, Cera has also acted as the touring bassist for indie rock supergroup Mister Heavenly.

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Michael Cera STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Premiere, 2018
Don Bowman

[Broadway]
Second Stage Theater Original Broadway Production, 2018
Jeff

[Broadway]
Broadway Premiere Production, 2014
Performer


Michael Cera Movies

Steal This Movie
[ 2000 ] America - 7 & 8 Years Old
Frequency
[ 2000 ] Gordy Jr. 10 Years
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind
[ 2002 ] Chuck Age 8 and 11 Michael Céra
Juno
[ 2007 ] Paulie Bleeker
Superbad
[ 2007 ] Evan
Extreme Movie
[ 2008 ] Fred
Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
[ 2008 ] Nick
Year One
[ 2009 ] Oh
Youth in Revolt
[ 2009 ] Nick Twisp, Francois
Paper Heart
[ 2009 ] Michael Cera
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
[ 2010 ] Scott Pilgrim
The End of Love
[ 2012 ] Michael
Magic Magic
[ 2013 ] Brink
Crystal Fairy & the Magical Cactus
[ 2013 ] Jamie
This Is the End
[ 2013 ] Michael Cera
Hits
[ 2014 ] Bennie
Entertainment
[ 2015 ] Tommy
Sausage Party
[ 2016 ] Barry
Person to Person
[ 2017 ] Phil
Molly's Game
[ 2017 ] Player X
How to Be a Latin Lover
[ 2017 ] Remy
The Lego Batman Movie
[ 2017 ] Robin, Dick Grayson
Lemon
[ 2017 ] Alex
Gloria Bell
[ 2018 ] Peter
Spivak
[ 2018 ] Robby, Wally's friend
Tyrel
[ 2018 ] Alan
Cryptozoo
[ 2021 ] Matthew
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank
[ 2022 ] Hank

Michael Cera TV Shows

Arrested Development
George-Michael Bluth
Braceface
Josh Spitz
Childrens Hospital
Sal Viscuso, A Friend
Drunk History
Andrew Jackson, Morris Cohen, John Endicott
My Best Friend Is an Alien
Larrabe
Rolie Polie Olie
Little Gizmo
The Berenstain Bears
Brother
The Ripping Friends
Boy Boy

Michael Cera Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Michael Cera, Lobby Hero

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Riz Ahmed Joins Michael Cera in Wes Anderson's Upcoming Film


Riz Ahmed has been cast in his latest film. According to reports, the Sound of Metal actor will be appearing in the next feature from Wes Anderson. Currently in production in Berlin, this will mark the first time Ahmed will be part of an Anderson project. His previous films include Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Venom, and the 2023 animated Nimona.

Carpool Share Final Single 'CAR' Before Sophomore Album


The band is sharing their third single, “CAR”. The new track sees the band embracing elements of hardcore and screamo, leaning into the heavier side of their work. Replete with the signature Carpool riffs, Stoph Colasanto's screams ring out through the bulk of the ripping new track before its major, dizzying climax.

BARBIE THE MOVIE IN CONCERT Will Embark on Tour This Summer


Barbie the Movie: In Concert is hitting the road this summer! The tour kicks off on July 2 in Tampa, FL. Check out the full list of dates here!

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going


Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!

Ryan Gosling Will Perform 'I'm Just Ken' at the Oscars


Ryan Gosling is officially bringing Ken to the Oscars. The La La Land actor, nominated for his role in Barbie, will be performing the film's 'I'm Just Ken' at this year's Oscars. The Mark Ronson-produced power ballad is also nominated for Best Original Song, as is 'What Was I Made For?' by Billie Eilish.

Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced


Jennifer Aniston will present Barbra Streisand with the 59th SAG Life Achievement Award. A Devil Wears Prada reunion is also in the works with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt presenting together. Check out the full list, also including Idris Elba, Billie Eilish, Colman Domingo, Glen Powell and more.

Carpool Drops New Single 'No News Is Good News'


Rochester, NY's Carpool signed to the storied LA-based independent label SideOneDummy Records last year and announced their first album for the label; My Life In Subtitles. Carpool recently announced tours with Free Throw and Youth Fountain. Check out their upcoming tour dates now!

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage


With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

Comedian Dave Attell Comes To The Den Theatre In September 2024


The Den Theatre has announced comic Dave Attell, featuring four stand-up performances on Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 15.

Video: Hulu Drops LIFE & BETH Season Two Trailer With Beanie Feldstein, Laura Benanti & More


Check out the official trailer for the second season of Hulu's 'Life & Beth,' which is written, directed, executive produced, and starring Amy Schumer.  The new season will feature Laura Benanti, Beanie Feldstein, Jennifer Coolidge, Margaret Cho, Tim Meadows, Kevin Kane, Amy Sedaris, and more. Watch the video now!

SUCCESSION's Nicholas Braun to Star in LOBBY HERO in the West End


Succession's Nicholas Braun will star in Kenneth Lonergan’s Lobby Hero in the West End. 

Carpool Share 'Open Container Blues' Featuring CLIFFDIVER's Today


Carpool shares new single 'Open Container Blues' featuring CLIFFDIVER. The music video for the new single, which can be watched below, is a fitting collage of footage from Carpool's 2023 tour with CLIFFDIVER and Michael Cera Palin. Carpool will be back on the road in the spring of 2024, with tour dates to be announced soon.

THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For SAG Awards - Full List of Nominations!


This morning, nominees for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced. Check out the full list of nominations, which include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Hannah Waddingham, the cast of The Gilded Age, and more.

Ryan Gosling Drops Holiday Remix of 'I'm Just Ken' in New EP With Three New Versions of the BARBIE Song


Ryan Gosling has dropped three new remixes of 'I'm Just Ken' from the Barbie movie, including a festive holiday version! 'Ken the EP' features the original song, along with “I’m Just Ken (Merry Kristmas Barbie),” “I’m Just Ken (In My Feelings Acoustic)” and “I’m Just Ken (Purple Disco Machine Remix).” Listen now!

BARBIE Is Now Streaming on Max


Warner Bros. Pictures’ BARBIE makes its exclusive streaming debut on Max. BARBIE debuted in theaters on July 21 and broke records as the highest-grossing global release in the studio’s 100-year history. Barbie with ASL, the hit blockbuster film interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL), is also available starting now.

Carpool Announce New Album & Share Single 'Can We Just Get High?'


The first single from the record is the anthemic PUP-meets-Weezer pop-punk ripper “Can We Just Get High?,” with its surge of quasi-nihilistic recklessness and massive riffs. It’s one of many tracks on their new album that blends careless fun with abject desperation to create an existential crisis you want to dance to.

Greta Gerwig's BARBIE to Receive the Gotham Global Icon & Creator Tribute at the 2023 Gotham Awards


The Icon & Creator Tribute was created for this year’s Gotham Awards in order to recognize cultural icons and the filmmakers responsible for bringing that icon’s story to life. With the Global Icon & Creator Tribute, The Gotham will honor and celebrate the creative team behind Greta Gerwig’s innovative and imaginative Barbie.

Review: LOBBY HERO at Penfield Players


What did our critic think of LOBBY HERO at Penfield Players?

Chris Evans Wants to Come Back to Broadway


During a panel interview at New York Comic Con, Chris Evans expressed his desire to return to Broadway as soon as next year.

Video: Watch the Trailer for DREAM SCENARIO Starring Nicolas Cage


Watch the official trailer for DREAM SCENARIO, a razor-sharp comedy starring a never-better Nicolas Cage, alongside Julianne Nicholson, Michael Cera, Tim Meadows, Dylan Gelula, and Dylan Baker. Watch the new trailer video now!

Michael Cera FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Cera been in?

Michael Cera has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Cera been in?

Michael Cera has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael Cera been nominated for?

Michael Cera has been nominated for the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for his role in Lobby Hero.

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