
Zen Gesner
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Zen Brant Gesner (born June 23, 1970) is an American television and movie actor. He is perhaps most recognized for his roles as Sinbad in the syndicated television series The Adventures of Sinbad, and was a regular cast member on the ABC daytime drama All My Children as bad boy and rapist Braden Lavery. More recently he's appeared in Miller Lite's "Man Laws" commercials as one of the "Men Of The Square Table". Gesner also appeared on an episode of the popular sitcom Friends in which he played Rachel Green's date. A graduate of the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), Gesner has appeared in several movies since his cinematic debut as "Dale's Man #1" in the 1994 comedy Dumb & Dumber, including Osmosis Jones (as Emergency Room Doctor #1), Me, Myself & Irene (Agent Peterson), Shallow Hal (Ralph), and There's Something About Mary (as a bartender). In 2005, he had a small part in the romantic comedy Fever Pitch starring Drew Barrymore and Jimmy Fallon.
Zen Gesner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Zen Gesner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Zen Gesner's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Zen Gesner'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 Dumb and Dumber, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Zen Gesner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Zen Gesner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Zen Gesner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ricky Stanicky | World River Exec #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Gates of Darkness | Stephen's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Date to Die For | Michael Hill | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Movie 43 | Stripper (segment "Truth or Dare") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hall Pass | Passenger Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Shattered! | Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Bagboy | Police Officer Sinbad | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Fetch | Spike | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Best of Chris Isaak | (segment "Somebody's Crying") (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Ringer | David Patrick | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Fever Pitch | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Legend of the Phantom Rider | Suicide | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Small Town Conspiracy | John Haleran | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Boat Trip | Ron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Shallow Hal | Ralph | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Osmosis Jones | ER Doctor #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Breed | West | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Social Misfits | Counselor Travis | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Me, Myself & Irene | Agent Peterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | There's Something About Mary | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Kingpin | Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Wish Me Luck | Henry Krinkle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dumb and Dumber | Dale's Man #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Gettin' Up | - | Flop | Similar → |
Zen Gesner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Zen Gesner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zen Gesner is "Dumb and Dumber" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Zen Gesner acted in?
Zen Gesner has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Zen Gesner?
Other notable films include "Me, Myself & Irene", "There's Something About Mary", and "Kingpin".




