The Couch Critic Logo
The Couch CriticCouch Critic
TrendingMoviesTV ShowsListsReviewsWhat to Watch
LogoThe Couch Critic

Menu

TrendingMoviesTV ShowsListsReviewsWhat to Watch

© 2026 The Couch Critic

The Couch Critic Logo

The Couch Critic

Your go-to destination for honest movie and TV show reviews from a passionate community of critics. Join the conversation today.

X

Explore

  • Trending
  • Movies
  • TV Shows
  • Reviews
  • Lists
  • Games
  • About Us

Categories

  • Popular Movies
  • Trending Now
  • Upcoming
  • Airing Today
  • Movie Genres
  • TV Genres

Community

  • Guides
  • What to Watch

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Cookie Policy
  • RSS Feed
© 2026 The Couch Critic.•Built by Hayden Thorn
Cookie Settings
The Movie Database

This application uses TMDB and the TMDB APIs but is not endorsed, certified, or otherwise approved by TMDB.

Home/People/Herschel Sparber
Herschel Sparber profile photo
Born
Oct 18, 1943
Age 82
Place of Birth
Gary, Indiana, USA
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male

Career Highlights

15
Movies
9
TV Shows
Also Known As
Hershal Sparber
Hershel Sparber
IMDb Profile

Herschel Sparber

Acting

Biography
Herschel Sparber is an American actor and voice actor born on October 18, 1943, in Kentucky. Standing notably tall at 6 feet 9 inches, he has had a diverse career in film, television, and theater. Sparber is known for his roles in movies such as "Osmosis Jones" (voice role), "A Goofy Movie," and "The Birdcage." On television, he is recognized for playing President Jaresh-Inyo in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." Beyond screen acting, he has performed on Broadway, notably as Big Jule in "Guys and Dolls" and appearing in the musical "City of Angels." Before turning to acting full-time, Sparber studied psychology and English, attended law school, and worked as a corporate lawyer before choosing an artistic career. He has also been active in voiceover work and continues to act in various roles including recent appearances in films and commercials.
Shaky Shivers poster

Shaky Shivers

as Bob
2023
Lucky Stiff poster

Lucky Stiff

as Bill Siller
2014
Mystery Woman: Snapshot poster

Mystery Woman: Snapshot

as Mayhem Man #1
2005
Osmosis Jones poster

Osmosis Jones

as Bruiser (voice)
2001
Brother poster

Brother

as Geppetti's Bodyguard
2000
Dish Dogs poster

Dish Dogs

as E.J.
2000
Scarred City poster

Scarred City

as Tito
1999
Savage poster

Savage

as Allen Poe
1997
The Birdcage poster

The Birdcage

as Big Guy in Park
1996
A Goofy Movie poster

A Goofy Movie

as Security Guard (voice)
1995
Robot in the Family poster

Robot in the Family

as Anthony the Septic Tank Man
1994
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record poster

Guys and Dolls: Off the Record

as Himself / Big Jule
1992
Largo Desolato poster

Largo Desolato

as 1st Man
1990
Bloodhounds of Broadway poster

Bloodhounds of Broadway

as Big Shelley
1989
Traxx poster

Traxx

as Guzik #1
1988