Bill Maher
Biography
William 'Bill' Maher, Jr. is an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor. Before his current role as the host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, he hosted a similar late-night talk show called Politically Incorrect, originally on Comedy Central and later on ABC. He's known for his political satire and sociopolitical commentary, which targets a wide swath of topics. He supports the legalization of marijuana and same-sex marriage, and serves on the board of PETA. He is also a critic of religion and is an advisory board member of Project Reason, a foundation to promote scientific knowledge and secular values within society. He currently ranks number 38 on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. He got a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on September 14, 2010.
Filmography
Once Upon a Time in Jersey
2026
Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This?
2025
as Self
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TMZ's Merry Elfin' Christmas
2023
as Self
Reality
2023
as Self (archive footage)
Bill Maher: #Adulting
2022
as Self
Fat Fiction
2020
as Self - Comedian (archive footage)
Gaza Fights for Freedom
2019
as Self (archive footage)
Race Against Time
2019
Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate
2019
as Self
The El Duce Tapes
2019
as Self
Late Night
2019
as Bill Maher
Trump @War
2018
as Self (archive footage)
Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.
2018
as Self (archive footage)
Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma
2018
as Self
Get Me Roger Stone
2017
as Self (archive footage)
Bill Maher - Whiny Little Bitch Live
2016
as Himself
The Comedy Club
2016
as Self
The Interview
2014
as Self (uncredited)
Bill Maher: Live from D.C.
2014
as Self
Mystical Traveler: The Life and Times of Dr. John-Roger
2014
as Self (archive footage)
A Million Ways to Die in the West
2014
as Barn Dance Comedian (uncredited)
All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State
2014
as Self (archive footage)
Eat Drink Laugh: The Story of The Comic Strip
2014
as Self
Delivery Man
2013
as Self