Steve Bannos - Actor Profile

Steve Bannos

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
26Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 5, 1960
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.

About Steve Bannos

Steve Bannos is an American television and film actor, writer and photo dealer. As an actor, he often had cameos in Judd Apatow and Paul Feig films, and is also known for his portrayal of Frank Kowchevski on the short-lived NBC dramedy Freaks and Geeks. Bannos appeared in the films Spy, The Heat, Bridesmaids, Funny People, Superbad, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Drillbit Taylor, Pineapple Express, and Unaccompanied Minors; and TV appearances in Love, Mike & Molly, Days of Our Lives, Eagleheart, The Mentalist and Without a Trace. Bannos also played the characters "Mr. Combover" and "Mr. Gross" on the Nickelodeon TV show, Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide. Bannos also wrote for Freaks and Geeks, Disney's Recess, the Nicktoon Doug and was a four-time guest writer on Saturday Night Live.

Steve Bannos Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Steve Bannos reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Steve Bannos's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Steve Bannos's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Wave Goodbye, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Steve Bannos Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Steve Bannos's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Steve Bannos has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Blonde Brentwood Doctor (uncredited) Average Similar →
2018 Freaks and Geeks: The Documentary Self Hit Similar →
2018 Keep Your Mouth Shut Larry Hit Similar →
2017 Actors Anonymous Marco Flop Similar →
2016 Why Him? Burt Average Similar →
2016 Ghostbusters Flasher Ghost Flop Similar →
2015 Spy Alan the Bartender Hit Similar →
2014 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Security Guard Average Similar →
2013 The Heat Wayne Hit Similar →
2012 Wave Goodbye Gustavo Super Hit Similar →
2011 Bridesmaids Annie's Mistaken Husband Hit Similar →
2009 Funny People Deli Manager Average Similar →
2009 Cryptic Damon's Dad Hit Similar →
2008 Pineapple Express Thug #2 - Jared Hit Similar →
2008 Semi-Pro Cop at Jail Average Similar →
2008 Drillbit Taylor Coffee Computer Guy Average Similar →
2007 Cinematic Titanic: The Oozing Skull Al Hirt Hit Similar →
2007 Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Prison Guard Hit Similar →
2007 Superbad Math Teacher Hit Similar →
2007 Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide: Field Trips, Permission Slips, Signs, and Weasels Mr. Combover Super Hit Similar →
2006 Unaccompanied Minors Tree Salesman Average Similar →
2005 The 40 Year Old Virgin Father at Restaurant Average Similar →
2004 Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie Nikos Average Similar →
1997 Statical Planets - Flop Similar →
1995 The TV Wheel Various Average Similar →
1994 Honor Thy Father and Mother: The True Story of the Menendez Murders Det. Tim Linehan Super Hit Similar →

Steve Bannos - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Steve Bannos?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Steve Bannos is "Wave Goodbye" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Steve Bannos acted in?

Steve Bannos has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Steve Bannos?

Other notable films include "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide: Field Trips, Permission Slips, Signs, and Weasels", "Honor Thy Father and Mother: The True Story of the Menendez Murders", and "Superbad".

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