Matt Mccarthy

Named one of LA Weekly’s Comics to Watch in 2014, Matt McCarthy has cultivated a dynamic career as an accomplished comedian, writer, improviser, and actor across television, film, and stand-up comedy. McCarthy honed his skills in improvisation at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in New York, which led to early appearances as a contestant on the television show Cash Cab in 2006. His comedic presence was further showcased in commercials, starring in a St. Patrick’s Day campaign for Guinness in 2008 and portraying The Cable Guy in Verizon FiOs commercials in 2009.

Demonstrating his versatility, he hosted Action Pack on AMC with Nick Stevens in 2010 and acted in the feature film The Other Guys that same year. His stand-up comedy earned him spots on television in Live at Gotham and John Oliver’s New York Stand Up Show. Expanding his reach, McCarthy served as a creative writer for the WWE from 2011 to 2012. He co-founded Front Page Films, a successful sketch video group that produced content for prominent brands including Doritos, Crunch Fitness, CollegeHumor, and Comedy Central.

Most recently, McCarthy added executive producing to his extensive resume, serving as a writer and executive producer for the TV series Bat-Canned in 2023. He is also slated to appear as an actor in the highly anticipated film Companion, set for release in 2025. Through his diverse work as a comedian, writer, improviser, and actor, Matt McCarthy continues to be a sought-after talent in the entertainment industry.