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Martin James Pflieger Schienle[1] (born July 30, 1982),[2][3] known professionally as Martin Starr, is an American actor. He is known for the television roles of Bill Haverchuck on the comedy drama Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000), Roman DeBeers on the comedy series Party Down (2009–2010, 2023), Bertram Gilfoyle on the HBO series Silicon Valley (2014–2019), for his film roles in Knocked Up (2007) and Adventureland (2009), and as Roger Harrington in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films The Incredible Hulk (2008), Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), and Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021).

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Personal life

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Starr was born in Santa Monica, California, the son of actress Jean St. James.[4] He was raised Buddhist.[5] In an interview with Wired, Starr said that he felt "frustrated and depressed" at 22 due to lack of offers in the years after Freaks and Geeks was cancelled. He had fired his agent and decided to quit acting altogether; however, a few years later he was offered Knocked Up, and other offers then started to come his way.[6] In May 2024, Starr married Alex Gehring, the bassist of the band Ringo Deathstarr.[7]

Career

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In 1999, Starr was cast as Bill Haverchuck in the NBC sitcom Freaks and Geeks.[8] The series received positive reviews from critics, but it suffered from low ratings and was canceled after only one season.[9] It has since gained a strong cult following.[10] Starr then had a number of guest appearances and one-time roles on shows such as Ed, Mysterious Ways, Providence, King of the Hill, and Normal, Ohio. He had a small recurring role during the third season of Roswell as the character Monk. In 2002, Starr appeared in the films Stealing Harvard and Cheats. He reunited with both Freaks and Geeks producer Judd Apatow and Freaks and Geeks co-star Seth Rogen when he made a guest appearance on Apatow's situational comedy Undeclared in the episode "The Perfect Date". In 2005, he appeared in the miniseries Revelations and the CBS sitcom How I Met Your Mother.

Starr co-starred in the 2007 comedy film Knocked Up, which was directed by Judd Apatow. The same year, he had small appearances in Superbad and Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, both of which were produced by Apatow. Knocked Up was critically praised and was successful at the box office.[11] The success of Knocked Up led to Starr having larger roles in films, such as Good Dick and Adventureland. Starr also appears in many well-received short films that premiere at film festivals, such as the Sundance Film Festival.[12]

In 2008, Starr played a minor role in The Incredible Hulk. He reprised the role, retroactively identified as Roger Harrington, in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) and Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021).[13]

From 2009 to 2010, Starr was a series regular portraying Roman DeBeers on the Starz sitcom Party Down. The series was cancelled after two seasons and there were discussions of adapting the series into film, but this never came to fruition.[14] From 2011 to 2013, he co-starred on the Adult Swim television series NTSF:SD:SUV::, in which he played Sam Stern. In 2011, Starr had a major role in the film A Good Old Fashioned Orgy and also had guest appearances on television series such as Mad Love, Community, and Childrens Hospital. In the latter, he reprised his role of Roman DeBeers from Party Down. Starr reunited with Freaks and Geeks and Party Down cast member Lizzy Caplan in the 2012 film Save the Date, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.[14] The same year, he had a supporting role in the thriller film Deep Dark Canyon, as well as guest-starring on sitcoms Parks and Recreation and New Girl.

In 2013, he had a small role playing himself in This Is the End, which was directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. He had a starring role in the Kristen Bell film The Lifeguard, later working with her again in the film Veronica Mars. He has guest-starred on The Aquabats! Super Show!, Franklin & Bash, and Drunk History. In 2014, he was cast to play Bertram Gilfoyle in the HBO comedy Silicon Valley.[15]

In 2019, Party Down's co-creator and producer Dan Etheridge announced plans for a reunion with the original cast (including Starr) during a discussion at Vulture Festival.[16] The third season of the series premiered in February 2023. In 2022, he joined the cast for Tulsa King, playing the role of Lawrence "Bodhi" Geigerman, the owner of a weed store.[17]

In 2025, Starr founded the candy company Sweet Stash with Adeev and Ezra Potash; the company produces gummies in the shape of musical notes.[18][19]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1992 Hero Allen in Coma Credited as Martin Schienle
1995 Xtro 3: Watch the Skies Biff Atkins Credited as Martin Schienle
2001 Eyeball Eddie Eddie Malick Short film
2001 Robbie's Brother Wayne
2002 Stealing Harvard Liquor Store Clerk
2002 Cheats Applebee
2003 Band Camp Shane Short film
2004 Who's Your Daddy? Scooter Direct-to-video
2004 Fish Burglars Marty Short film
2005 The Toast No Friend of the Groom
2005 Kicking & Screaming Beantown Customer
2006 American Storage Charlie Short film
2006 A Midsummer Night's Rewrite John Short film
2007 Knocked Up Martin
2007 Superbad James Masselin
2007 Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Schmendrick
2008 Good Dick Simon
2008 The Incredible Hulk Roger Harrington Cameo; Credited as "Computer Nerd"
2009 Big Breaks Barista Short film
2009 Adventureland Joel
2009 Oh Joy Best Friend Short film
2009 The Toll Road Stewart Short film
2009 The Invention of Lying Waiter #1 Cameo
2009 The Last Lovecraft: Relic of Cthulhu Clarence
2009 1-900-Drinking-Buddy Young Jock Short film
2009 Paper Heart Himself
2010 Church & State Jesus Short film
2010 Lovepocalypse Ernie Short film
2011 A Good Old Fashioned Orgy Doug Duquez
2011 Fight for Your Right: Revisited Police Short film
2011 6 Month Rule Alan
2012 Save the Date Andrew
2012 Angel of Death Victim 3 Short film
2012 Deep Dark Canyon Lloyd Cavanaugh
2013 This Is the End Himself Cameo
2013 The Sidekick Blood Diamond Short film
2013 The Lifeguard Todd
2013 The Apocalypse Kyle Short film
2013 Seasick Sailor Bookbinder Short film
2014 Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead Daniel
2014 Veronica Mars Stu "Cobb" Cobbler
2014 Leonard in Slow Motion Leonard Short film
2014 Amira & Sam Sam Seneca
2014 Playing It Cool Lyle
2015 I'll See You in My Dreams Lloyd
2015 Intruders Perry Cuttner
2016 Operator Joe Larsen Also co-producer
2017 Lemon Adam
2017 Infinity Baby Malcolm
2017 Grow House Conspiracy Chris
2017 Spider-Man: Homecoming Roger Harrington
2018 The Escape of Prisoner 614 Jim Doyle
2019 Frances Ferguson Mel
2019 Honey Boy Alec
2019 Spider-Man: Far From Home Roger Harrington
2021 Spider-Man: No Way Home
2022 Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe Corrections Officer / Ball-kicking Biker (voice)
2022 Samaritan Albert Casier
2023 There's Something in the Barn Bill Nordheim
2023 Lousy Carter Kaminsky
2025 The Hand That Rocks the Cradle Stewart

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1999 G vs. E Episode: "Cougar Pines"
1999–2000 Freaks and Geeks Bill Haverchuck 18 episodes
2000 Normal, Ohio Howie the Electronics Store Manager Episode: "Working Girl"
2001 Ed Clark Salinger Episode: "Exceptions"
2001 Mysterious Ways Dwayne Banbury Episode: "One of Us"
2001–2002 Roswell Monk Pyle 3 episodes
2002 Undeclared Theo Episode: "The Perfect Date"
2002 Providence Episode: "Truth and Consequences"
2003 King of the Hill Andrew/Tommy (voice) Episode: "I Never Promised You an Organic Garden"
2005 Revelations Rubio 5 episodes
2005 How I Met Your Mother Kevin Episode: "The Duel"
2006 Clark and Michael Burger Stand Employee 1 episode
2007 Wainy Days Sketchy Laborer #1 Episode: "Tough Guy"
2009–2010,
2023 		Party Down Roman DeBeers 26 episodes
2010 Yo Gabba Gabba! Himself Episode: "Flying"
2010–2016 Hawaii Five-0 Adam 'Toast' Charles 4 episodes
2010 The League Stu "Box of Frogs" Pompeu Episode: "High School Reunion"
2011 Mad Love Clyde Episodes: "Friends and Other Obstacles", "Baby, You Can Drive My Car"
2011 Community Professor Cligoris Episode: "Geography of Global Conflict"
2011 Childrens Hospital Roman DeBeers Episode: "Party Down"
2011–2013 NTSF:SD:SUV:: Sam 31 episodes
2012 Parks and Recreation Kevin Episode: "Operation Ann"
2012 New Girl Dirk Episode: "Fancyman: Part 2"
2012 Christine Oz 2 episodes
2013 The Aquabats! Super Show! Shred Center M.C. Episode: "The AntiBats!"
2013 Franklin & Bash Wendell Singletary Episode: "By the Numbers"
2013 Burning Love Leo 11 episodes
2013–2019 Drunk History Various 5 episodes
2014 The Goldbergs Andre Episode: "The Other Smother"
2014–2019 Silicon Valley Bertram Gilfoyle 53 episodes
2014 Newsreaders Philip Baker Episode: "America's Unknown President; Reporter on House Arrest"
2015 Married Judah Episode: "Murder!"
2015 Kirby Buckets The Claude Episode: "Failure to Launch"
2015–2019 Life in Pieces Oscar 5 episodes
2017 Bill Nye Saves the World Doug the Caveman Episode: "This Diet is Bananas"
2017 Future Man Lyle Karofsky Episode: "A Fuel's Errand"
2018 Robot Chicken Various voices Episode: "Factory Where Nuts Are Handled"
2019 Game of Thrones Ironborn soldier Episode: "Winterfell"
Cameo
2019 Schooled Andre Episode: "The Pokémon Society"
2019–2020 Tacoma FD Tothar 2 episodes
2022 Beavis and Butt-Head Man (voice) Episode: "Roof/River"
2022–present Tulsa King Lawrence "Bodhi" Geigerman Main role
2022 Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities Keith Episode: "The Outside"
2023 Hailey's On It! Cody (voice) Episode: "Escape Doom"
2023 Vivant Sam Japanese TV series
2025 Sausage Party: Foodtopia Sherman Voice, main role

Web

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Year Title Role Notes
2011 Madeon - Pop Culture (Dance Video) [20] Boombox Guy YouTube Video
2012 Dating Rules from My Future Self Vincent 4 episodes

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Martin Starr (born July 30, 1982) is an American actor and best known for his comedic television roles, including Bill Haverchuck in the short-lived series (1999–2000), Roman DeBeers in (2009–2010), and Bertram Gilfoyle in (2014–2019). Born in , to actress Jean St. James and teacher Jim Schienle, Starr began his career as a child performer, appearing in commercials from age six and taking acting classes. Starr's breakthrough came with , where he portrayed the awkward, optimistic high schooler Bill Haverchuck, earning a nomination in 2000 for his performance in the cult classic created by and . Following the show's cancellation after one season, he continued building his resume with guest spots on series like and , while transitioning to film with supporting roles in comedies such as (2007) as a high school burnout and (2007) as a stoner friend. His dry, deadpan humor became a signature, leading to a Gotham Independent Film Award nomination in 2009 for Adventureland, where he played the eccentric arcade worker Joel. In the 2010s, Starr solidified his status in ensemble comedies, reprising his sarcastic persona as Gilfoyle, the sardonic engineer in Silicon Valley, which garnered multiple Emmy nominations for the series during its six-season run on HBO. He also appeared as the beleaguered teacher Mr. Harrington in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), and Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). More recently, Starr has taken on dramatic turns, including the role of Lawrence "Laces" Geos in Taylor Sheridan's crime series Tulsa King (2022–present) on Paramount+, and roles in the 2025 remake of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle and the short film Out for Delivery, showcasing his versatility beyond comedy. With over 100 credits across television and film, Starr remains a sought-after character actor in Hollywood.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Martin Starr was born Martin James Pflieger Schienle on July 30, 1982, in , to actress Jean St. James (née Pflieger) and elementary school guidance counselor James Schienle. His mother, originally from , had pursued drama at the and worked in commercials, infomercials, and as an acting coach, exposing Starr to the entertainment world from a young age. Starr was raised in a Buddhist , influenced by his parents' spiritual explorations that emphasized self-discovery and personal growth. This environment fostered a reflective approach to life, prompting deep questions about existence as early as age 15 amid family challenges, including his parents' . The family's time in Santa Monica, a coastal , provided a laid-back setting for his early years before they relocated to , where Starr struggled with the humid climate and cultural differences.

Entry into acting

Starr's entry into acting began in childhood, influenced by his mother, Jean St. James, a working actress and acting coach who had studied theater at the University of Kansas before moving to California. Growing up in a creative household in Santa Monica, California, he started performing as early as age four, initially through family connections that provided access to the industry. This background led to his on-screen debut at age 10 in the 1992 comedy-drama Hero, where he appeared in a minor role as Allen in Coma, credited under his birth name, Martin Schienle. By his early teens, Starr developed a deeper passion for acting, particularly after taking improv classes around age 12 or 13 at Center Stage L.A., taught by Kevin McDermott, which ignited his enthusiasm for comedy and performance. He continued his training at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, a magnet school focused on performing disciplines, where he studied alongside future collaborators like actress Dayna Price. These experiences, including school-based dramatic arts programs, helped build his skills amid the competitive Los Angeles scene. During his teenage years, Starr pursued professional opportunities through auditions facilitated by his mother's industry ties, landing small roles such as Biff Atkins in the 1995 science-fiction film Xtro 3: Watch the Skies. Motivated by the joy of and the creative outlet it provided, he balanced these early gigs with high school commitments, viewing as a natural extension of his family's artistic environment rather than a deliberate career pivot.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Starr married musician Alex Gehring, the bassist for the band , in 2024. His close friend and frequent collaborator served as the ring bearer at the ceremony. Prior to their marriage, Starr maintained a high degree of privacy regarding his romantic relationships, with no of long-term partners. As of 2025, the couple has no publicly known children and continues to prioritize a balanced personal life influenced by Starr's Buddhist practices.

Spiritual influences

Martin Starr was raised in a Buddhist household, which laid the foundation for his lifelong engagement with the faith. As an adult, he has maintained an active practice, describing himself as a practicing Buddhist who incorporates elements like chanting to foster personal centering and peace. In a 2016 , Starr recounted engaging in chanting during his mid-20s as a means to achieve tranquility, noting that his Buddhist upbringing continues to provide this grounding effect. Starr's spirituality profoundly shapes his worldview, emphasizing self-discovery, internal growth, and the inherent power within individuals to realize their aspirations—core principles of that he has articulated in public discussions. He has explained that fundamentally revolves around from within, empowering one to overcome obstacles through rather than external validation. This philosophical outlook extends to his approach to resilience, where he credits early spiritual questioning for cultivating an ability to evaluate life's priorities and rebound from setbacks, fostering a mindset of acceptance and present-moment awareness. In more recent reflections, Starr has highlighted how his Buddhist roots instill a deep-seated and ethical , influencing everyday choices toward and deliberate action. For instance, he attributes his tolerance for prolonged, methodical processes to this ingrained philosophy, viewing it as a natural extension of Buddhist teachings on impermanence and non-attachment. These insights connect to broader cultural currents in contemporary , particularly its adaptation in Western contexts to promote mental and compassionate living without rigid .

Professional career

Early roles and breakthrough

Starr began his professional acting career with minor roles in the early 1990s, including a small part in the 1992 film Hero directed by Stephen Frears. Throughout the decade, he appeared in various television projects and independent films, such as the 1995 science fiction film Xtro 3: Watch the Skies and TV movies, honing his craft while building experience in supporting capacities. These early opportunities culminated in his casting as Bill Haverchuck, the awkward and endearing geek in the NBC series Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000), created by Paul Feig and executive produced by Judd Apatow. In , Starr portrayed Bill as a navigating high school social dynamics, often through poignant scenes like the episode "Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers," where Bill finds solace in . The series, set in early 1980s , received strong critical acclaim for its authentic depiction of adolescence, earning praise from outlets like Variety for its "poignant and wise" storytelling. Despite low ratings leading to its cancellation after one season, achieved cult status through DVD releases and word-of-mouth, influencing subsequent teen dramas and launching careers for its . It was later ranked among Time magazine's 100 Greatest TV Shows and celebrated for its enduring cultural impact 25 years later. Following the show's abrupt end, Starr faced significant career challenges in the early to mid-2000s, including a period of self-doubt and financial instability that forced him to move back in with his mother. He briefly worked as a but quit after one day, earning just $2, amid struggles with his and the industry's of his lanky, bespectacled . By his mid-20s, around 2005–2007, Starr experienced a breakdown, seriously considering quitting altogether due to inconsistent opportunities and personal turmoil. Starr's breakthrough came with his role as Martin, one of Seth Rogen's stoner friends, in Judd Apatow's 2007 comedy , which grossed over $219 million worldwide and received widespread acclaim for its irreverent humor. The film marked a turning point, pulling him from his "dark place" and revitalizing his career by opening doors to more prominent parts in Apatow's circle and beyond. As Starr later reflected, " pulled me out of that hole... I might not have to retire."

Television prominence

Starr's transition to prominent television roles began following his memorable supporting performance in the 2007 film , which elevated his visibility and led to key opportunities in serialized comedy. He first garnered widespread acclaim for his role as Roman DeBeers in the comedy series (2009–2010; revived 2023), portraying an aspiring hard science-fiction forced into work amid personal frustrations. Roman's character embodies chronic social awkwardness, marked by sharp-tongued disdain for colleagues and a perpetual struggle between creative ambitions and menial reality. The series' loosely scripted format, incorporating improvisational elements in about 10% of scenes, enabled Starr to infuse Roman with authentic, reactive nuance during ensemble interactions. In the 2023 revival, Roman's arc reflects subtle growth—completing his long-gestating novel after a psychedelic breakthrough—while preserving his status as an aggrieved underdog resistant to change. Starr solidified his television stature as Bertram Gilfoyle in HBO's (2014–2019), playing a sardonic Canadian systems architect and self-identified LaVeyan Satanist at the startup Pied Piper. Gilfoyle starts as a provocative, hostel-dwelling coder prone to interpersonal antagonism, particularly his teasing with Dinesh Chugtai, but evolves into a vital company pillar, earning promotions to Chief Systems Architect in season 5 and VP of Security in season 6. His delivery and unflinching cynicism amplified the show's tech , drawing critical praise for Starr's performance and contributing to the series' five consecutive Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series. In recent years, Starr has expanded into drama with his recurring role as Bodhi Soules, the anxious yet resourceful manager of a legal entangled in , in Paramount+'s Tulsa King (2022–present). Bodhi's arc traces his shift from nervous intermediary to more assertive operative in mob boss Dwight Manfredi's operations, spanning through the series' third in September 2025. Across these projects, Starr's television work has consistently highlighted themes of intellectual awkwardness and institutional satire, evolving from the entertainment hustle in Party Down to the inflated egos of Silicon Valley's innovation culture.

Film and other media work

Starr gained recognition in film with his role as Joel in the 2009 coming-of-age comedy Adventureland, directed by , where he portrayed a quirky amusement park employee navigating post-college uncertainties alongside and . His performance highlighted his talent for humor in ensemble settings, contributing to the film's critical acclaim for its authentic depiction of early adulthood. In the , Starr portrayed Roger Harrington, a well-meaning but hapless teacher at Midtown School of Science and Technology, debuting in a minor role in The Incredible Hulk (2008) before reprising the character in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), (2019), and Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). Harrington's recurring arc, marked by comedic mishaps during field trips and multiversal chaos, provided amid the superhero action, with Starr's portrayal earning praise for its endearing awkwardness. As of 2025, Starr has expressed ambiguity about returning for the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, teasing potential involvement without confirmation. Starr has ventured into , notably as Cody in the animated series Hailey's On It! (2023–present), where he lends his voice to a tech-savvy supporting character in a sci-fi adventure aimed at young audiences. His limited but selective credits, totaling around five roles across projects, underscore his versatility in providing nuanced vocal performances beyond live-action. In 2025, Starr co-founded Sweet Stash, a candy company based in , alongside musician brothers Ezra and Adeev Potash, known as the Potash Twins. The venture produces "Jams," a line of gummy candies developed through collaborative experimentation to create an ideal texture and flavor profile, motivated by the founders' shared passion for innovation in confections and Starr's interest in entrepreneurial pursuits outside acting. This non-acting media project reflects Starr's diversification into consumer products, with initial distribution through specialty shops and online platforms. Starr starred in the 2025 remake of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, a directed by , playing a supporting role alongside and in an updated story of suburban paranoia and deception. The film, released on in September 2025, received mixed reviews but was noted for its tense atmosphere and modernized take on the 1992 original.

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRole
2001Eyeball EddieEddie Malick
2001Robbie's BrotherWayne
2002CheatsApplebee
2002Stealing HarvardLiquor Store Clerk
2003The Shape of ThingsTrevor
2005The CaliforniansGavin
2005Kicking & ScreamingBeantown Customer
2006American StorageCharlie
2006A Midsummer Night's RewriteJohn
2007SuperbadBill
2007Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox StorySchmuley "Yankee Doodle" Rosenstein
2007Knocked UpMartin
2007King of CaliforniaInterviewee
2008Hot RodDerick Stang
2008The Incredible HulkComputer Nerd
2009AdventurelandJoel
2011A Good Old Fashioned OrgyDoug
2013This Is the EndMartin Starr
2014Amira & SamSam
2014Playing It CoolLyle
2015I'll See You in My DreamsLloyd
2015IntrudersPerry Cuttner
2016OperatorJoe Larsen
2017Infinity BabyMalcolm
2017LemonAdam
2017Spider-Man: HomecomingMr. Harrington
2017Grow HouseConspiracy Chris
2018The Escape of Prisoner 614Jim Doyle
2018Under the Silver LakeMillicent's Ex-Boyfriend
2019Frances FergusonMel
2019Honey BoyDr. Cabral
2019Spider-Man: Far From HomeMr. Harrington
2021Spider-Man: No Way HomeMr. Harrington
2022SamaritanAlbert Casler
2022Beavis and Butt-Head Do the UniverseAnderson (voice)
2023There's Something in the BarnBill
2023Lousy CarterKaminsky
2025The Hand That Rocks the CradleStewart
2025Paradise RecordsMike Hawk

Television

Starr began his television career with a leading role in the short-lived comedy-drama series (1999–2000), portraying the awkward and endearing Bill Haverchuck across all 18 episodes. In 2005, he appeared in the miniseries Revelations, playing the supporting role of Mark Rubio in 5 episodes. Starr had a guest appearance on Joey (2004), as Jesse in the episode "Joey and the Book Club." From 2009 to 2010, he starred as the aspiring fantasy novelist Roman DeBeers in the comedy , appearing in all 20 episodes of the first two seasons; he reprised the role in the 2023 revival for all 6 episodes of the third season, bringing his total appearances to 26 episodes. In 2010, Starr made single-episode guest appearances on several series, including How I Met Your Mother as Kevin "No Future" Johnson, The Office as Seminar Guy #1, and Hawaii Five-0 as Adam "Toast" Charles. The following year, he guest-starred on Mad Love (2011) as Clyde in one episode and on Community (2011) as Professor Cligoris in the episode "Geography of Global Conflict." Starr had a recurring role on the Adult Swim sketch comedy NTSF:S.D.S.U.V.:: (2011–2013), playing Agent Sam Stern in 5 episodes. In 2012, he appeared as a guest on in the episode "Leap Day" as Fox, on as Dirk in "Fancyman II," and on as the snow globe enthusiast Kevin in "Operation Ann." Starr featured in multiple episodes of Comedy Central's anthology series (2013–2019), portraying historical figures such as , , and an art thief across 4 episodes. His most prominent television role came in HBO's (2014–2019), where he played the sardonic engineer Bertram Gilfoyle in all 53 episodes. More recently, Starr has portrayed the mystic Bodhi in the Paramount+ series (2022–present), appearing in 9 episodes of the first season and 10 episodes of the second season as of November 2025, for a total of 19 episodes. Starr has no known uncredited television appearances.

Web and voice work

Starr appeared in the Dating Rules from My Future Self (2012), portraying the character across four episodes, where he played a supportive coworker offering humorous insights into the protagonist's romantic dilemmas. The series, created by , delivered episodic advice via text messages from the future self, with Starr's role contributing to the ensemble dynamic in a format designed for online streaming. In short-form digital content, Starr starred in the 2015 short film Leonard in Slow Motion, directed by Pete Livolsi, as the titular character living life at half-speed amid a fast-paced world, exploring themes of isolation and unrequited through a blend of live-action and . More recently, in 2025, he featured in the Out for Delivery, a dramedy examining end-of-life decisions under the Death with Dignity Act, playing a key role in a drawn from real-life healthcare challenges during a tense delivery scenario. Starr has provided voice work in animated projects, including the role of Cody in the Disney Channel series Hailey's On It! (2023–present), where he voices a quirky friend in a sci-fi adventure centered on a teen inventor saving the world. He also lent his voice to Sherman, a main character in the animated miniseries Sausage Party: Foodtopia (2024), reprising elements from the original film's anthropomorphic food universe in a satirical take on society and consumerism across six episodes.

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