Jim Downey
Acting
Biography
James Woodward Downey (born 1952) is an American comedy writer, producer and actor. Downey wrote for over 30 seasons of Saturday Night Live, making him the longest tenured writer in the show's history. SNL creator Lorne Michaels called Downey the "best political humorist alive" while Conan O'Brien said he is "the great comedy writer that we all revere."
Born: October 6, 1952
Place of Birth: Berkeley, California, USA
Known For
There Will Be Blood
Ruthless silver miner, turned oil prospector, Daniel Plainview, moves to oil-rich California. Using his son to project a trustworthy, family-man image, Plainview cons local landowners into selling him their valuable properties for a pittance. However, local preacher Eli Sunday suspects Plainview's motives and intentions, starting a slow-burning feud that threatens both their lives.
Curb Your Enthusiasm
The off-kilter, unscripted comic vision of Larry David, who plays himself in a parallel universe in which he can't seem to do anything right, and, by his standards, neither can anyone else.
Saturday Night
With unprecedented access to the behind the scenes process of the writers, actors and producers, Franco and his crew document what it takes to create one full episode of Saturday Night Live.
SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.
Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary
A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts return to perform their signature monologues and present a look back at some of the best comedy skits and musical numbers of the past 15 years.
Live from New York: The First 5 Years of Saturday Night Live
A retrospective of the first 5 years of Saturday Night Live.
Steve Martin's Best Show Ever
Steve Martin's fourth NBC special was in the spirit of his previous association with Saturday Night Live. It was broadcast live from Studio 8H, produced by Lorne Michaels and featured some original cast members of the show.
Veep
A look into American politics, revolving around former Senator Selina Meyer who finds being Vice President of the United States is nothing like she expected and everything everyone ever warned her about.
30 Rock
Liz Lemon, the head writer for a late-night TV variety show in New York, tries to juggle all the egos around her while chasing her own dream.
One Battle After Another
Washed-up revolutionary Bob exists in a state of stoned paranoia, surviving off-grid with his spirited, self-reliant daughter, Willa. When his evil nemesis resurfaces after 16 years and she goes missing, the former radical scrambles to find her, father and daughter both battling the consequences of his past.
Filmography
as Self
as Douglas
as Sandy Irvine
as Championship Tour Starter
as Self
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Jim Caldwell
as Self
as Al Rose
as Downey
as Board Member #1
as Martin / Homeless Guy
as Adjutant
as Principal
as Jeff Wong (voice, uncredited)
as Steg
as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
as Football Player (uncredited)
as Celebrity (uncredited)
as Burger Master Customer (uncredited)
as Various (uncredited)
as Hugh (uncredited)
as Guard / Patron / Extra / Moonie (uncredited)
as Self (uncredited)
as Contestant (uncredited)
as Reporter (uncredited)
as Guest (uncredited)
as Priest (uncredited)
as Tatum O'Neal's Uncle (uncredited)
as Yakov / Officer (uncredited)
as Spectator (uncredited)
as Knight of Columbus (uncredited)
as Guard (uncredited)
as Tourist (uncredited)
as Student (uncredited)
as Cleaner / Craig / Soldier (uncredited)
as Dave Powers (uncredited)
as Brundidge Bailey (uncredited)
as Son / Soldier (uncredited)
as Shepherd (uncredited)
as Various
as Caller (voice) (uncredited)
as Craig / Juror (uncredited)
as George Bush / Lord Worcestershire / Hunter
as Juror (uncredited)
as Store Clerk (uncredited)
as Referee (uncredited)
as Reporter / Sherlock Holmes (uncredited)
as Makeup Artist (uncredited)
as Convention Announcer (voice) (uncredited)
as Hercules (voice) (uncredited)
as Paul McElroy (uncredited)
as Sketch Announcer (voice) (uncredited)
as Word Busters Announcer (voice) (uncredited)
as Sheriff (uncredited)
as Parent (uncredited)
as Arthur Kent (voice) (uncredited)
as C-Span announcer (voice) (uncredited)