As Actor
The Great Outdoors
1988
6.5
Dan Aykroyd
Acting
Birth date
July 1, 1952
Birth place
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Biography
Dan Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career. In 1975, Aykroyd joined "Saturday Night Live" as a founding member of the "Not Ready For Prime Time Players," crafting iconic sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era. His versatile talent shines in roles like Dr. Ray Stantz in "Ghostbusters," Jessica Tandy’s son in "Driving Miss Daisy," a single father in "My Girl," and an assassin in "Grosse Pointe Blank," showcasing both comedic and dramatic prowess.
Featured in
As Actor
The Couch Trip
1988
5.5
As Actor, As Writer
Dragnet
1987
6.0
As Actor, As Director
Citizen Steve
1987
5.9
As Actor, As Writer
Spies Like Us
1985
6.2
As Actor
Into the Night
1985
6.5
As Actor
We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song
1985
8.5
As Actor
B.B. King: Into the Night
1985
8.2
As Actor
Nothing Lasts Forever
1984
6.3
As Actor, As Writer
Ghostbusters
1984
7.5
As Actor
The Coneheads
1983
4.9
As Actor
Twilight Zone: The Movie
1983
6.5
As Actor
Trading Places
1983
7.2
As Actor
Doctor Detroit
1983
5.1
As Actor
E.T. and Friends: Magical Movie Visitors
1982
7.5
As Actor
It Came from Hollywood
1982
5.2
As Actor
Neighbors
1981
5.7
As Actor, As Writer
Steve Martin's Best Show Ever
1981
6.7
As Actor, As Writer
The Blues Brothers
1980
7.7
As Actor
1941
1979
5.8