John Reynolds
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1991-08-05
    • Born Place: Madison, Wisconsin, USA
  • Also Known As:

    John Paul Reynolds

John Reynolds

John Reynolds, full name John Paul Reynolds, is an American actor and writer born on August 5, 1991, in Madison, Wisconsin. He began his comedy career in Chicago, training at the IO Training Center and the Second City Conservatory, and performing regularly at various improv and sketch comedy venues.Reynolds is widely recognized for his starring role as Drew Gardner in the dark comedy series "Search Party" (2016–2022) and his recurring role as Officer Callahan in the popular Netflix sci-fi horror series "Stranger Things" (2016–present). His unique comedic timing and ability to portray awkward yet endearing characters have made him a memorable presence on screen.His television credits also include a main role in the miniseries "Four Weddings and a Funeral" (2019), and appearances in shows like "Red Oaks," "Master of None," "The Chris Gethard Show," "High Maintenance," "Thanksgiving," "Miracle Workers," "Yellowjackets," and "The Sex Lives of College Girls."In film, Reynolds has appeared in "Save Yourselves!" (2020), "Horse Girl" (2020), "Cowboys" (2020), "Most Likely to Murder" (2018), "Genie" (2023), and the upcoming romantic comedy "Oh, Hi!" (2025), where he is cast as Kenny. He is also set to appear in the 2025 series "Adults."Beyond acting, Reynolds is also a writer and has contributed to various projects. He is known for his work in the independent film and comedy scene, often bringing a distinct, slightly off-kilter sensibility to his roles.

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