Dan Aykroyd

Biography

Daniel Edward 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.

Movies & TV Shows

1. The Simpsons (1989) — Postage Stamp Fellow (voice)
2. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) — Art Weber
3. Ghostbusters (1984) — Dr. Raymond Stantz
4. Pixels (2015) — 1982 Championship MC
5. 50 First Dates (2004) — Dr. Keats
6. Pearl Harbor (2001) — Captain Thurman
7. Ghostbusters (2016) — Cabbie
8. Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021) — Ray Stantz
9. Family Guy (1999) — Dan Aykroyd (voice)
10. Casper (1995) — Dr. Raymond Stantz (uncredited)
11. Ghostbusters II (1989) — Dr. Raymond Stantz
12. Antz (1998) — Chip (voice)
13. The Blues Brothers (1980) — Elwood Blues
14. Trading Places (1983) — Louis Winthorpe III
15. I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007) — Captain Tucker
16. Evolution (2001) — Governor Lewis
17. My Girl (1991) — Harry Sultenfuss
18. Julie & Julia (2009) — Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
19. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) — Ray Stantz
20. The Campaign (2012) — Wade Motch
21. Driving Miss Daisy (1989) — Boolie Werthan
22. Christmas with the Kranks (2004) — Vic Frohmeyer
23. The Nanny (1993) — Repairman (uncredited)
24. Tammy (2014) — Don
25. Chaplin (1992) — Mack Sennett
26. Tommy Boy (1995) — Ray Zalinsky
27. Sneakers (1992) — Mother
28. Coneheads (1993) — Beldar
29. Grosse Pointe Blank (1997) — Grocer
30. Tales from the Crypt (1989) — Captain Milligan
31. Yogi Bear (2010) — Yogi Bear (voice)
32. The Curse of the Jade Scorpion (2001) — Chris Magruder
33. Behind the Candelabra (2013) — Seymour Heller
34. Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983) — Passenger
35. Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) — Elwood Blues
36. Home Improvement (1991) — Mike Weber
37. Spies Like Us (1985) — Austin Millbarge
38. 1941 (1979) — Sgt. Frank Tree
39. Crossroads (2002) — Pete Wagner
40. The Great Outdoors (1988) — Roman Craig

Directed

1. Nothing but Trouble (1991) — Director
2. Citizen Steve (1987) — Director