Biography
William 'Bill' Maher, Jr. is an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor. Before his current role as the host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, he hosted a similar late-night talk show called Politically Incorrect, originally on Comedy Central and later on ABC. He's known for his political satire and sociopolitical commentary, which targets a wide swath of topics. He supports the legalization of marijuana and same-sex marriage, and serves on the board of PETA. He is also a critic of religion and is an advisory board member of Project Reason, a foundation to promote scientific knowledge and secular values within society. He currently ranks number 38 on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. He got a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on September 14, 2010.
Acted in 55
2020s
- 2026
Once Upon a Time in Jersey
Movie
- 2022
2010s
- 2019
Race Against Time
Movie
- 2014
- 2013
- 2012
Bright Day
Bill Maher
2000s
- 2008
- 2007
- 2005
The Showbiz Show with David Spade
TV
Bill Maher: I'm Swiss
Bill Maher
- 2003
Playboy's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Movie
Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home
Bill Maher
- 2002
- 2001
- 2000
Bill Maher: Be More Cynical
Bill Maher
1990s
- 1999
Snoops
Bill Maher · 1 episode
- 1998
- 1997
- 1996
- 1992
The Jackie Thomas Show
TV
- 1991
Pizza Man
Elmo Bunn
1980s
- 1989
- 1988
Out of Time
Maxwell Taylor
- 1987
Funny, You Don't Look 200: A Constitutional Vaudeville
Writer
Rags to Riches
Freddie
Rags to Riches
TV
- 1986
Ratboy
Party Guest
Club Med
Rick
- 1985
Sara
Marty Lang · 13 episodes
- 1984
- 1983
D.C. Cab
Baba
- 1982
1970s
- 1976
Wrote 14
2010s
- 2018
- 2014
- 2012
Bill Maher: CrazyStupidPolitics
Writer
- 2010
2000s
- 2008
- 2007
Bill Maher: The Decider
Writer
- 2005
Bill Maher: I'm Swiss
Writer
- 2003
Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home
Writer
- 2000
Bill Maher: Be More Cynical
Writer
1990s
- 1995
Bill Maher: Stuff That Struck Me Funny
Writer
- 1993
Politically Incorrect
Writer
Produced 7
2020s
- 2025
- 2024
The Failed Experiment
Executive Producer
- 2022
2010s
- 2013
2000s
- 2008
- 2003
1990s
- 1993
Politically Incorrect
Executive Producer
Appearances78
2020s
- 2025
- 2023
- 2022
Cuomo
Self - Guest · 2 episodes
- 2020
Fat Fiction
Self - Comedian (archive footage)
2010s
- 2019
Gaza Fights for Freedom
Self (archive footage)
The El Duce Tapes
Self
- 2018
Trump @War
Self (archive footage)
- 2017
- 2016
Bill Maher - Whiny Little Bitch Live
Himself
The Comedy Club
Self
- 2015
- 2014
Mystical Traveler: The Life and Times of Dr. John-Roger
Self (archive footage)
All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State
Self (archive footage)
Eat Drink Laugh: The Story of The Comic Strip
Self
- 2013
- 2012
Bill Maher: CrazyStupidPolitics
Himself
- 2011
The Undefeated
Self (archive footage)
- 2010
Gavin McInnes is a Fucking Asshole
Self (archive footage)
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
Lord, Save Us from Your Followers
Self
- 2007
I Am an Animal: The Story of Ingrid Newkirk and PETA
Himself
Bill Maher: The Decider
Himself
Everything's Cool
Self (archive footage)
- 2006
Fuck
Self
Comedy Club Shoot-out: Vol. 1
Self
Bill Maher: New Rules
Himself
- 2005
Earth to America
Self
- 2003
Stupidity
Self
- 2002
Smothered: The Censorship Struggles of the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour
Self
The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s
Self (archive footage)
- 2001
Last Party 2000
Self
The Secret Rulers of the World
Self (archive footage) · 1 episode
1990s
- 1999
- 1998
- 1997
- 1996
- 1995
Bill Maher: Stuff That Struck Me Funny
Himself
A Night to Die For
Self
- 1993
Politically Incorrect
Self - Host · 6 episodes
- 1992
1980s
- 1985
Larry King Live
Self · 1 episode
- 1984
- 1982
