David Krumholtz is an American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and Broadway, offering a broad appeal to diverse audiences. After making his Broadway debut in 1992 in ‘Conversations with My Father,’ David Krumholtz went on to establish a versatile and extensive career across film, television, and stage. He quickly transitioned into film, notably appearing as Joel Glicker in the 1993 comedy ‘Addams Family Values.’ His early career breakthrough came with his memorable portrayal of Bernard, the head elf, in the beloved 1994 film ‘The Santa Clause,’ a role he would later reprise across the franchise. Krumholtz continued to build his filmography, starring as Michael Eckman in the 1999 romantic comedy ’10 Things I Hate About You,’ showcasing his early dramatic and comedic range.
His recent film work includes a voice role as Kareem Abdul Lavash in the 2016 animated feature ‘Sausage Party’ and a supporting role in the Coen Brothers’ 2016 film ‘Hail, Caesar!’ In 2022, Krumholtz returned to Broadway, earning a Drama League Award nomination for his performance as Hermann Merz in Tom Stoppard’s acclaimed play ‘Leopoldstadt.’ The same year, he reprised his iconic role as Bernard in ‘The Santa Clauses’ television series. Most recently, Krumholtz garnered significant critical attention for his portrayal of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Isidor Isaac Rabi in Christopher Nolan’s Oscar-winning 2023 film ‘Oppenheimer,’ a role that further underscored his capacity for high-profile dramatic work. He also starred as the titular character in the 2023 independent film ‘Lousy Carter.’