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Tony Papenfuss

ActorBorn March 26, 1950 (75 years)
Tony Papenfuss (born March 26, 1950) is an American television and film actor best known for his role as one of the brothers Darryl on the sitcom Newhart. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Papenfuss gained recognition for his deadpan comedic presence as the darker-haired, silent Darryl, a character who became a pop culture reference point throughout the 1980s. Before his breakout on Newhart, he appeared in films such as Escape from New York and Firefox. Following Newhart’s run, Papenfuss enjoyed a steady career with guest appearances on popular TV shows including Seinfeld, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Murphy Brown, Roswell, and Providence, as well as various television movies. His film work includes roles in How to Kill a Mockingbird, Factotum, Sweet Land, The Jingle Dress, I Am Not a Serial Killer, and others. Papenfuss is also active in theater, and his enduring versatility has made him a beloved figure among fans and colleagues alike.

Movies & Shows on Plex

  • Factotum
  • Tuscaloosa

Known For

  • Newhart
  • Into Temptation
  • Tuscaloosa

Tony Papenfuss Filmography

2019
Tuscaloosa · as Sheriff Hobson
2016
I Am Not a Serial Killer · as Ron The Coroner
2011
Thin Ice · as Buckhorn Bartender
2009
Into Temptation · as Zeke
2008
Older Than America · as Dr. Herlihy
2008
2007
Arnolds Park · as Mr. Campbell
2005
Sweet Land · as Gentleman Bidder
2005
Factotum · as John Handler
2002
2002
1999
Roswell (TV Series) · as Coach Clay
1999
Providence (TV Series) · as Cowboy
1998
Damon (TV Series) · as Claus
1997
Timecop (TV Series)
1997
George & Leo (TV Series)
1993
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series) · as Yeln
1989
Seinfeld (TV Series) · as Man #2
1989
Coach (TV Series) · as Darryl
1988
Murphy Brown (TV Series) · as Hitler Secretary
1982
Newhart (TV Series) · as Darryl
1982
Firefox · as Gru Officer
1981
Escape from New York · as Theater Assistant

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