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Matthew Broderick

Matthew Broderick is an American actor known for work on stage, film, and television.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Matthew Broderick is an American actor known for work on stage, film, and television. He is especially associated with films such as "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and stage productions including "The Producers". He has won two Tony Awards and has been married to Sarah Jessica Parker since 1997.

Early life and career

Matthew Broderick was born in New York City in 1962 and began his acting career in the early 1980s. He became known for both stage roles and screen performances.

Film and television roles

Broderick is known for "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and for appearing in films including "WarGames," "The Lion King" (voice role), "Godzilla," and "Inspector Gadget." He has also worked in television and voice acting.

Theatre work

He has had a substantial stage career and is associated with productions such as "The Producers." His theatre work has contributed to his two Tony Awards.

Personal life

Broderick has been married to actress Sarah Jessica Parker since 1997, and they have three children.

Key facts

  • Broderick was born on March 21, 1962, in New York City.
  • He is an American actor with credits in film, television, and theatre.
  • He starred as the title character in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986).
  • He has won two Tony Awards.
  • He married actress Sarah Jessica Parker in 1997.
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Canadian context

Broderick is widely known to Canadian audiences through film, television, and stage work, including long-running North American popular-culture recognition for "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and Broadway productions.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Matthew Broderick?
He was born on March 21, 1962, which makes him 64 in 2026.
Who is Matthew Broderick married to?
He is married to actress Sarah Jessica Parker; they married in 1997.
What movies has Matthew Broderick been in?
He has appeared in films including "WarGames," "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "The Lion King" (voice), "Godzilla," "Inspector Gadget," "Election," and "The Producers."
Did Matthew Broderick star in Ferris Bueller's Day Off?
Yes. He played the title character, Ferris Bueller, in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986).
What is Matthew Broderick's net worth?
No reliable, verifiable net worth figure is provided in the supplied sources.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Broderick
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, years active, spouse, children, awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame note.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Matthew-Broderick
    Supports: Birth date/place, American actor identification, and best-known roles including Ferris Bueller.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000111/
    Supports: Birth date, spouse, children, age, and general career information.
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/4756-matthew-broderick?language=en-US
    Supports: Career overview, Ferris Bueller role, marriage to Sarah Jessica Parker, and children.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/matthew_broderick
    Supports: Filmography overview and identification with Ferris Bueller's Day Off.