What Ever Happened To The Cast Of 'Freaks And Geeks'?

patty — 2012-04-22T11:00:23-08:00

Who would have thought that a show that only lasted a mere 12 episodes airing before getting cancelled would have spawned the most successful actors of today? Airing in the 1999-2000 season, Freaks and Geeks was about the social circles of "freaks" and "geeks" in a fictional town in Michigan. While it only lasted one season, Freaks and Geeks had a loyal cult following of devoted fans. What ever happened to the cast of Freaks and Geeks?

Busy Philipps (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:38-08:00

After her stint on Freaks and Geeks, Busy was cast in the popular drama Dawson's Creek. Her film work includes Home Room, White Chicks, Made of Honor and He's Just Not That Into You.

Seth Rogen (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:37-08:00

What ever became of Seth Rogen who played Ken Miller?

Seth Rogen (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:36-08:00

Post-Freaks and Geeks, Seth got his breakthrough role in Knocked Up in 2007, which since catapulted his career. His film work includes Super Bad, Pineapple Express, Zack and Miri Make a Porno, and The Green Hornet. In 2011 Seth married his longtime girlfriend writer Lauren Miller in Sonoma, CA.

Samm Levine (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:35-08:00

After his role on Freaks and Geeks, Samm continued acting, making one-time guest appearances on TV and in movies including 2009's Inglorious Basterds. He was cast in the final season of Lost in a small role written for him.

Samm Levine (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:34-08:00

What ever became of Samm Levine who played Neal Schweiber?

Martin Starr (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:33-08:00

What ever became of Martin Starr who played Bill Haverchuck?

Martin Starr (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:32-08:00

Post-Freaks and Geeks, Martin had a number of guest appearances and one-time roles on TV including Ed, Providence, King of the Hill and Normal, Ohio. His most recent roles include Knocked Up and Superbad, as well as Good Dick and Adventureland. He had a cameo in the movie The Incredible Hulk as a computer nerd college lab student.

Linda Cardellini (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:31-08:00

What ever became of Linda Cardellini who played Lindsay Weir?

Linda Cardellini (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:30-08:00

After Freaks and Geeks ended, Linda starred in the 2002 movie Scooby Doo as Velma. Her other film work includes Dead Man on Campus, Legally Blonde, Brokeback Mountain and Grandma's Boy. In 2010 and 2011 Linda made her return to the stage with the Dr. God comedy group in Los Angeles and San Francisco and starred in the indie film Return. (P.S. Remember her on Boy Meets World?)

John Francis Daley (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:29-08:00

What ever became of John Francis Daley who played Sam Weir?

John Francis Daley (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:28-08:00

Since Freaks and Geeks, John Francis continuously worked in television, appearing in shows such as Boston Public, Kitchen Confidential, Judging Amy, and Spin City. He currently plays Lance Sweets on Bones and also plays keyboards and sings in a band called Dayplayer.

Jason Segel (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:27-08:00

What ever became of Jason Segel who played Nick Andopolis?

Jason Segel (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:26-08:00

Since his stint on Freaks and Geeks, Jason continued acting, appearing in movies such as SLC Punk, Dead Man on Campus and Knocked Up. His most memorable role came in 2008 as the star of Forgetting Sarah Marshall (which was based off his experience with Freaks and Geeks co-star and ex Linda Cardellini!). He currently stars in the CBS show How I Met Your Mother and stars in the upcoming flick The Five Year Engagement. Jason is currently dating actress Michelle Williams.

James Franco (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:25-08:00

What ever became of James Franco who played Daniel Desario?

James Franco (Now)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:24-08:00

After Freaks and Geeks went off the air, James got his most memorable role as James Dean in a biopic in 2001. Since then he's become quite the actor, appearing in big-screen hits such as the Spider-Man movies, Pineapple Express and 127 Hours, as well as an honest-to-goodness Renaissance man. Check out 10 hats he's worn since breaking out!

Busy Philipps (Then)

patty — 2012-04-20T17:12:22-08:00

What ever became of Busy Philipps who played Kim Kelly?

Nick Andopolis in “Freaks and Geeks”

patty — 2011-11-23T18:57:20-08:00

Linda Cardellini as Lindsay Weir on 'Freaks and Geeks'

Amy Scarlata — 2011-08-17T16:18:39-08:00

I'm glad Lindsay Weir exists. She is the straight man amongst a bunch of hilarious burnouts and freaks. She is good at math, an honest and kind person and we see everyone's flaws through her eyes. She reminds us of the struggles of peer pressure and trying to fit in. Plus we want that military jacket!

Paleyfest 2011 Honoring Freaks and Geeks and Undeclared

Kayla_Merrill — 2011-03-18T10:35:28-08:00

Paley Center for Media held their 2011 Paleyfest honoring Freaks and Geeks and Undeclared at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills. Buzznet caught up with actors Seth Rogen, Carla Gallo, and Jay Baruchel to discuss the cult classic TV shows.

Paleyfest 2011 Honoring Freaks and Geeks and Undeclared

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-18T09:46:04-08:00

Actor Jay Baruchel arrives on the Red Carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:13-08:00

Jay Baruchel interviews on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:12-08:00

Actor Timm Sharp hugs Director Paul Feig

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:11-08:00

John Francis Daley from Freaks and Geeks on the on the Red Carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:10-08:00

Linda Cardellini from Freaks and Geeks on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:09-08:00

Actor Timm Sharp from Undeclared on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:08-08:00

Jay Baruchel interviews on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:07-08:00

Monica Keena from Undeclared on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:05-08:00

Jay Baruchel from Undeclared interviews on the red carpet

We've Got You Covered — 2011-03-14T09:29:04-08:00

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