Before blockbuster comedies and cult-favorite streaming roles carried his unmistakable grin, Rob Corddry first sharpened his comic voice in the rapid-fire newsroom satire of The Daily Show. There, amid headlines and punchlines, he forged a persona built on controlled chaos.
In the years since, he has drifted effortlessly between film, television, and voice work, often turning supporting characters into the moments audiences remember most. His career traces a quieter kind of longevity in Hollywood comedy, where persistence and sharp timing can outlast louder forms of fame.
Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) — Lou Dorchen
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Corddry’s breakthrough leading film role remains the performance many fans immediately associate with him. Playing Lou Dorchen, a self-described hedonist stumbling through time after a malfunctioning spa propels him and his friends back to 1986, Corddry leaned fully into chaotic physical comedy and razor-sharp delivery.
The film proved a surprise hit — earning over $64 million worldwide on a modest budget — and solidified Lou as a cult-favorite character whose juvenile antics mask surprisingly sharp comic timing.
The Daily Show (2002–2006) — Correspondent
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Long before leading comedies, Corddry stamped his comic identity on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, where he spent four years serving as a master of deadpan absurdity.
His segments often featured him playing the confident idiot — a persona he perfected — and helped define the show’s early-2000s legacy of smart satire blended with earnest goofiness. That platform not only introduced him to a national audience but also influenced a generation of improvisers and comic actors who followed.
Childrens Hospital (2008–2016) — Dr. Blake Downs
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As the creator, star, writer, and executive producer of Childrens Hospital, Corddry shaped one of Adult Swim’s most beloved satires. Parodying glossy medical dramas with irreverent, often grotesque humor, the show cast him as Dr. Blake Downs — a clown-snouted physician whose medical philosophy is as questionable as his bedside manner. The series ran seven seasons and won multiple Emmy Awards, showcasing Corddry’s talent behind and in front of the camera.
Ballers (2015–2019) — Joe Krutel
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Corddry took a different tone alongside Dwayne Johnson in HBO’s Ballers, playing Joe Krutel, a fast-talking financial manager navigating the cutthroat world of professional sports.
His portrayal balanced greasy charm with genuine vulnerability, grounding an ensemble full of high stakes and big personalities. This role demonstrated his range beyond pure comedy into character work with dramatic edges.
Hot Tub Time Machine 2 (2015) — Lou Dorchen
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Reprising Lou in the sequel, Corddry doubled down on the character’s worst (and funniest) impulses. While the narrative leaned further into absurdity than the original, his commitment to Lou’s reckless bravado remained a highlight, turning every scene into a showcase of his physical comedic strengths.
Warm Bodies (2013) — M
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Stepping into genre-blending territory, Corddry voiced M, a zombie whose surprising charm undercuts undead stereotypes in this offbeat romantic comedy. While not a lead part, his performance added levity to a narrative that juxtaposed horror tropes with heartfelt storytelling — a rare opportunity to see his voice work enrich character nuance.
The Unicorn (2019–2021) — Forrest
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On CBS’s sitcom The Unicorn, Corddry shifted into warmer, more grounded comic territory as Forrest, a loyal friend navigating life after loss. The role showcased his ability to anchor humor in empathy, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with scenes that carried genuine emotional resonance — a testament to his growth as a performer.
Waltzing with Brando (2024) — Jack Bellin
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In the offbeat biographical comedy-drama Waltzing with Brando, Rob Corddry appears as Jack Bellin, a Hollywood business partner embroiled in one of the most unusual chapters of cinematic history.
The film centers on legendary Oscar-winning actor Marlon Brando during the early 1970s, at a time when the icon stepped away from Hollywood’s glare to pursue an ambitious—and at times absurd—dream of building an ecologically sustainable retreat on his private Tahitian atoll, Tetiaroa.
Brando’s efforts to marry Hollywood glamour with eco-utopian idealism provide an unusual backdrop for Corddry’s more grounded, scene-anchoring presence.
The Heartbreak Kid (2007) — Mac
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In the Farrelly Brothers’ offbeat romantic comedy, Corddry plays Mac, a blunt and socially tone-deaf friend whose advice only worsens an already unraveling honeymoon.
The role thrives on discomfort — a space where Corddry excels — turning awkward honesty into escalating comic tension. Though supporting, the performance lingers as one of the film’s sharpest comedic edges.
Dog Days (2018) — Kurt
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In the ensemble family comedy Dog Days, Corddry plays Kurt, a well-meaning but emotionally adrift morning-show host whose personal life proves far messier than his polished on-air persona.
The role leans into warmth rather than absurdity, allowing Corddry to explore vulnerability through gentle humor and romantic uncertainty. It’s a quieter showcase, but one that highlights the understated sincerity that has gradually become a defining feature of his later career.
