
Dino Stamatopoulos
Writing
Dino Stamatopoulos is an American television writer, producer, actor, and voice artist known for his offbeat comedic sensibilities and cult-favorite projects. He began his career writing for influential sketch shows such as The Ben Stiller Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Mr. Show with Bob and David, and The Dana Carvey Show, earning an Emmy Award for his work early on. He later made a significant mark in adult animation, creating the acclaimed stop-motion series Moral Orel and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole for Adult Swim. Stamatopoulos is also known for his role as Star-Burns on NBC’s Community, where he served as both a recurring actor and a consulting producer. Beyond writing and acting, he co-founded the animation studio Starburns Industries, which produced the Oscar-nominated film Anomalisa. His work often blends dark humor with emotional depth, making him a unique voice in American television and animation.
Known For

1975
Saturday Night Live
1975 · tv

2009
Community
2009 · tv

1995
Mr. Show with Bob and David
1995 · tv

2005
Moral Orel
2005 · tv

2016
Animals.
2016 · tv

2000
TV Funhouse
2000 · tv

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Saturday TV Funhouse
— · tv

2010
Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
2010 · tv

2008
The Drinky Crow Show
2008 · tv

2013
High School USA!
2013 · tv

2021
The Black Hole
2021 · movie

1996
Breathing Room
1996 · movie

2017
Everybody Has an Andy Dick Story
2017 · movie