Jake Szymanski (born November 30, 1981) is a multi-hyphenate actor, writer, director, and producer whose work is strongly associated with smart, improvisational comedy across film and television. He has appeared as a performer in projects such as Step Brothers and brought his own comedic voice to Funny or Die and SNL Digital Shorts, where sketch-based storytelling and quick tonal shifts are central. Szymanski also writes and directs, including the comedy Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016), showcasing his knack for character-driven chaos and escalating comedic situations. His filmography extends through genre-bending comedic features like 7 Days in Hell, Tour de Pharmacy, and The Package, reflecting a career built on parody, ensemble humor, and energetic, fast-moving dialogue.
