
Dino Stamatopoulos
Writing • Born 1964-12-14
Biography
Dino Stamatopoulos is an American television writer, producer, actor, and voice artist known for his offbeat comedic sensibilities and cult-favorite projects. He began his career writing for influential sketch shows such as The Ben Stiller Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Mr. Show with Bob and David, and The Dana Carvey Show, earning an Emmy Award for his work early on. He later made a significant mark in adult animation, creating the acclaimed stop-motion series Moral Orel and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole for Adult Swim. Stamatopoulos is also known for his role as Star-Burns on NBC’s Community, where he served as both a recurring actor and a consulting producer. Beyond writing and acting, he co-founded the animation studio Starburns Industries, which produced the Oscar-nominated film Anomalisa. His work often blends dark humor with emotional depth, making him a unique voice in American television and animation.
Filmography
13 credits
The Black Hole
Movie • 2021
Newscaster

Everybody Has an Andy Dick Story
Movie • 2017
Self

Breathing Room
Movie • 1996
Jersey Rocker

Moral Orel
TV • 2005

TV Funhouse
TV • 2000

The Drinky Crow Show
TV • 2008

Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
TV • 2010
The Mummy (voice)

Community
TV • 2009
Star-Burns

High School USA!
TV • 2013
Mr. Merriwether (voice)

Animals.
TV • 2016
Ad Man 2

Mr. Show with Bob and David
TV • 1995
Jeepers Creepers Dancer (uncredited)

Saturday TV Funhouse
TV
Wizzy

Mr. Show with Bob and David
TV • 1995
Various