Seth Rogen

Seth Aaron Rogen was born on April 15, 1982, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He was raised in a Jewish family and attended a Jewish elementary school. Rogen started his career as a stand-up comedian during his teenage years before moving into acting and screenwriting. His early exposure to comedy and film eventually led him to Hollywood, where he became a renowned actor and producer.

Superbad, a teen comedy film co-written by Seth Rogen, was released on August 17, 2007. Rogen wrote the script for Superbad during his teenage years with his childhood friend Evan Goldberg. The film, which follows two high school friends on a mission to enjoy their last days before graduation, was a major success and solidified Rogen's reputation as a talented comedian and writer in Hollywood.

Kung Fu Panda, an animated film featuring Seth Rogen as the voice of Mantis, was released on June 6, 2008. The film, produced by DreamWorks Animation, follows the adventures of Po, a clumsy panda who aspires to be a kung fu master. Kung Fu Panda was both a critical and commercial success, leading to Rogen's participation in its subsequent sequels. The film showcased Rogen's versatility as a voice actor.

The Green Hornet, a superhero film starring Seth Rogen as the titular character, was released on January 14, 2011. Rogen co-wrote the film with Evan Goldberg and took on the role of Britt Reid, a newspaper publisher who becomes a masked crime fighter. Despite mixed reviews, the film was a box office success, showcasing Rogen’s ability to take on a leading role in an action film. His portrayal brought a comedic twist to the traditional superhero genre.

This Is the End, co-written and co-directed by Seth Rogen, was released on June 12, 2013. The comedy film stars Rogen alongside several of his real-life friends, including James Franco and Jonah Hill, as fictionalized versions of themselves facing an apocalypse. The film is noted for its satirical take on Hollywood and religion, as well as its ensemble cast. Rogen's directorial debut was met with positive reviews and commercial success.

The Interview, a film co-directed by Seth Rogen, was scheduled for release on December 25, 2014. The film, which stars Rogen and James Franco as journalists recruited to assassinate North Korea's leader, Kim Jong-un, caused international controversy. It faced a cyberattack on Sony Pictures, threats of terrorism, and was initially pulled from theaters. Despite these challenges, it became a symbol of freedom of expression and was released online.

Sausage Party, an adult animated film co-written by Seth Rogen, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 29, 2016. The film, known for its subversive take on animated films with crude humor and social commentary, follows the story of a sausage named Frank on a quest to discover the truth about his existence. Sausage Party was well-received for its originality and humor, despite its controversial content.

Sausage Party, co-written by Seth Rogen, was released theatrically on August 12, 2016. As an R-rated animated film, it broke boundaries with its irreverent humor and mature themes. The plot centers on food products discovering the truth about their existence and destiny. Its success showed that there was a market for unconventional adult animation, further solidifying Rogen's reputation for pushing comedic boundaries.

Long Shot, a romantic comedy film starring Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron, was released on May 3, 2019. In the film, Rogen plays Fred Flarsky, a journalist who reunites with his former babysitter Charlotte Field, now a politician running for president. The film was praised for its chemistry between the leads and clever blend of political satire with romantic comedy, providing Rogen another successful lead role in a genre he has mastered.

An American Pickle, a comedy-drama film starring Seth Rogen in dual roles, was released on August 6, 2020, on HBO Max. The film tells the story of a Jewish immigrant who is preserved in a pickle vat for a century and wakes up in modern-day Brooklyn. Rogen plays both the immigrant and his great-grandson. It was praised for its heartfelt approach to cultural identity and Rogen's impressive performance in dual roles.