Tony Papenfuss
Acting
1950-03-26 · Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Tony Papenfuss (born March 26, 1950) is an American television and film actor best known for his role as one of the brothers Darryl on the sitcom Newhart. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Papenfuss gained recognition for his deadpan comedic presence as the darker-haired, silent Darryl, a character who became a pop culture reference point throughout the 1980s. Before his breakout on Newhart, he appeared in films such as Escape from New York and Firefox. Following Newhart’s run, Papenfuss enjoyed a steady career with guest appearances on popular TV shows including Seinfeld, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Murphy Brown, Roswell, and Providence, as well as various television movies. His film work includes roles in How to Kill a Mockingbird, Factotum, Sweet Land, The Jingle Dress, I Am Not a Serial Killer, and others. Papenfuss is also active in theater, and his enduring versatility has made him a beloved figure among fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography(18)
movieI Am Not a Serial Killer
as Ron the Coroner · 2016 · 6.3
movieThin Ice
as Buckhorn Bartender · 2012 · 6.5
movieInto Temptation
as Zeke · 2009 · 8.0
movieOlder Than America
as Dr. Herlihy · 2008 · 4.4
movieSweet Land
as Gentleman Bidder · 2005 · 6.3
movieFactotum
as John Handler · 2005 · 6.2
tvRoswell
as Coach Clay · 1999 · 7.7
tvProvidence
as Cowboy · 1999 · 6.7
tvDamon
as Claus · 1998 · 9.0
tvTimecop
as · 1997 · 6.6
tvGeorge & Leo
as · 1997 · 10.0
tvStar Trek: Deep Space Nine
as Yeln · 1993 · 7.9
movieThe Bob Newhart Show 19th Anniversary Special
as Darryl · 1991 · 8.0
tvSeinfeld
as Man #2 · 1989 · 8.3
tvCoach
as Darryl · 1989 · 6.7
tvNewhart
as Darryl · 1982 · 7.1
movieFirefox
as GRU Officer · 1982 · 6.1
movieEscape from New York
as Theatre Assistant · 1981 · 7.0