TV Shows - Buck Henry
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on June 24, 2025. Buck Henry has appeared in 6 television series with data.
#64Law & Order: Special Victims Unitas Mr. Morton • 1 episode • #64 most popular showLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit is a crime television series that follows a dedicated team of detectives in the Special Victims Unit of the New York City Police Department. Each episode focuses on a different criminal case involving sexually based offenses, including rape, child molestation, and domestic violence. The show combines elements of police procedural and legal drama, as the detectives investigate crimes and work closely with Assistant District Attorneys to bring the perpetrators to justice. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has gained a reputation for tackling sensitive and controversial topics with a realistic approach.
#158Saturday Night Liveas Self - Host • 8 episodes • #158 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
#488Will & Graceas Leonard • 1 episode • #488 most popular showWill & Grace is an American sitcom that follows the lives of two best friends, a gay lawyer named Will and a straight interior designer named Grace. The show explores their unique friendship, witty banter, and their hilarious adventures living in New York City. With a talented ensemble cast and sharp writing, Will & Grace tackles various social and cultural issues with humor and heart, while also offering a realistic portrayal of friendships and relationships.
#74430 Rockas Dick Lemon • 2 episodes • #744 most popular show30 Rock is a sitcom that aired on NBC from 2006 to 2013. Created by Tina Fey, the show revolves around the production of a fictional sketch comedy show. It offers a humorous behind-the-scenes look at the chaos and professional relationships of the cast and crew. With sharp writing and clever humor, 30 Rock has garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards, including several Primetime Emmy Awards. The show features a talented ensemble cast, including Fey herself, Alec Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan.
#1,204Murphy Brownas Dr. Victor Rudman • 1 episode • #1,204 most popular showMurphy Brown is an American television sitcom that aired from 1988 to 1998. The show revolves around the life of Murphy Brown, a tough and tenacious investigative journalist and news anchor. Known for its sharp wit and satirical take on current events, Murphy Brown tackles various social and political issues in each episode. The series gained popularity for its intelligent writing and talented ensemble cast, featuring Candice Bergen in the titular role. With its blend of humor and social commentary, Murphy Brown remains a beloved and influential sitcom in television history.
#1,283Hot in Clevelandas Fred • 3 episodes • #1,283 most popular showHot in Cleveland is an American sitcom that aired on TV Land from 2010 to 2015. The show follows three best friends from Los Angeles who find themselves embarking on a new chapter in their lives when their plane makes a forced landing in Cleveland, Ohio. They quickly discover that Cleveland is a city where they are more appreciated and have more chances to reinvent themselves. With a mix of humor, heart, and a talented ensemble cast, Hot in Cleveland offers a delightful and entertaining portrayal of friendship and Midwestern charm.
Movies - Buck Henry
Sorted by online popularity. Buck Henry has appeared in 20 movies with data.
#805The Graduateas Room Clerk • #805 most popular movieThe Graduate is a 1967 American independent romantic comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols, based on the novel of the same name by Charles Webb. It follows the story of Benjamin Braddock, a young college graduate entangled in a love triangle involving an older woman and her daughter.
#1,884Serendipityas Customer at Bloomingdales (uncredited) • #1,884 most popular movieSerendipity is a 2001 American romantic comedy film directed by Peter Chelsom. It follows the story of Sara and Jonathan, who meet by chance and feel a strong connection, but fate separates them. Years later, they embark on a quest to find each other again, despite being engaged to other people.
#2,410Catch-22as Lt. Col. Korn • #2,410 most popular movieCatch-22 is a satirical black comedy war film that follows a bombardier in World War II as he navigates the absurdities of war.
#2,474To Die Foras Mr. H. Finlaysson • #2,474 most popular movieTo Die For is a satirical black comedy film that follows Suzanne Stone's relentless pursuit to become a world-famous news anchor at any cost.
#2,544The Playeras Buck Henry • #2,544 most popular movieThe Player is a 1992 American satirical black comedy mystery film revolving around a Hollywood studio executive who becomes entangled in a mystery after receiving death threats from a rejected screenwriter.
#3,047The Man Who Fell to Earthas Oliver Farnsworth • #3,047 most popular movieThe Man Who Fell to Earth is a British science fantasy drama film that follows an extraterrestrial named Thomas Jerome Newton as he arrives on Earth to find a solution for his planet's severe drought. Throughout his journey, he encounters human vices and corruption, leading to unexpected challenges.
#3,186Grumpy Old Menas Snyder • #3,186 most popular movie
#3,478Short Cutsas Gordon Johnson • #3,478 most popular movie
#4,527Defending Your Lifeas Dick Stanley • #4,527 most popular movieDefending Your Life is a 1991 American romantic comedy-fantasy film following an advertising executive navigating the afterlife to prove his worth for cosmic progression.
#4,717Breakfast of Championsas Fred T. Barry • #4,717 most popular movieBreakfast of Champions is a 1999 American satirical black comedy film directed by Alan Rudolph, adapted from Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.'s 1973 novel. The story revolves around a troubled car salesman seeking answers from a little-known science fiction author, while dealing with personal and professional challenges.
#4,789Even Cowgirls Get the Bluesas Dr. Dreyfus • #4,789 most popular movieEven Cowgirls Get the Blues is a 1993 American romantic comedy-drama western film based on Tom Robbins' novel. The story follows Sissy Hankshaw, a hitchhiker with enormous thumbs, as she embarks on adventures that lead her to a beauty ranch in California.
#5,403Eating Raoulas Mr. Leech • #5,403 most popular movieEating Raoul is a 1982 American black comedy film about a prudish married couple who turn to killing affluent swingers to finance their restaurant dreams.
#6,309Ariaas Preston • #6,309 most popular movieAria is a 1987 British anthology film consisting of ten short films by different directors, each showcasing visual accompaniment to operatic arias in Italian, French, or German.
#6,555Taking Offas Larry Tyne • #6,555 most popular movieTaking Off is a 1971 American comedy film that follows the journey of Larry and Lynn Tyne as they search for their runaway teenage daughter, Jeannie. Along the way, they encounter other parents in similar situations, leading to a unique exploration of freedom and rediscovery.
#6,714Town & Countryas Suttler • #6,714 most popular movieTown & Country is a 2001 American romantic comedy film featuring Porter Stoddard, a New York architect, as he navigates through a series of comedic missteps with his wife Ellie and close friends Mona and Griffin.
#6,764Tune in Tomorrow...as Father Serafim • #6,764 most popular movie
#6,946The Last Shotas Lonnie Bosco • #6,946 most popular movieThe Last Shot is a 2004 American action comedy film featuring Matthew Broderick, Alec Baldwin, and Toni Collette. The plot revolves around a filmmaker who unknowingly gets involved with an FBI agent working on a sting operation against the mob.
#7,144The Real Blondeas Dr. Leuter • #7,144 most popular movieThe Real Blonde is a 1997 satirical film directed by Tom DiCillo, featuring Matthew Modine, Catherine Keener, and Maxwell Caulfield, depicting the intricacies of New York's fashion and entertainment industries.
#7,780Rude Awakeningas Lloyd Stool • #7,780 most popular movieRude Awakening is a 1989 comedy film following two hippies who escape arrest by the FBI in the late 1960s, spending two decades hidden in the jungles of Central America. Upon discovering a secret impending war in the US in the late 1980s, they venture back to New York City.
#7,976First Familyas Father Sandstone / TV Anchorman • #7,976 most popular movieFirst Family is a 1980 American comedy film depicting a President's efforts to prevent an African tribe from sacrificing his kidnapped daughter.
Buck Henry Biography
Buck Henry (born Henry Zuckerman; December 9, 1930 – January 8, 2020) was an American actor, screenwriter, and director. He is best known for his contributions to the film industry, including his work as a co-writer for Mike Nichols's The Graduate (1967), which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay. Henry appeared in several notable films such as Catch-22 (1970), The Owl and the Pussycat (1970), What's Up, Doc? (1972), Heaven Can Wait (1978), Defending Your Life (1991), The Player (1992), and Short Cuts (1993). He began his career on television, co-creating the popular show Get Smart (1965–1970) and receiving an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Buck Henry left a lasting impact on both the big and small screen throughout his long and successful career.
