Acting · Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA · Born March 26, 1950
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.
MovieI Am Not a Serial Killer
2016
as Ron the Coroner
MovieThin Ice
2012
as Buckhorn Bartender
MovieInto Temptation
2009
as Zeke
MovieOlder Than America
2008
as Dr. Herlihy
MovieSweet Land
2005
as Gentleman Bidder
MovieFactotum
2005
as John Handler
TVRoswell
1999
as Coach Clay
TVProvidence
1999
as Cowboy
TVDamon
1998
as Claus
TVTimecop
1997
TVGeorge & Leo
1997
TVStar Trek: Deep Space Nine
1993
as Yeln
The Bob Newhart Show 19th Anniversary Special
1991
as Darryl
TVSeinfeld
1989
as Man #2
TVCoach
1989
as Darryl
TVNewhart
1982
as Darryl
MovieFirefox
1982
as GRU Officer
MovieEscape from New York
1981
as Theatre Assistant
