Jon Hamm's 7 Most Memorable Cameos
From hilarious sitcom appearances to unexpected movie roles, these are Jon Hamm’s most unforgettable cameos.
Jon Hamm is one of those actors who seems to pop up everywhere. While he’s best known for his iconic role as Don Draper in Mad Men, his filmography is packed with an endless stream of unexpected cameos across TV and film. Whether he’s playing a cluelessly handsome doctor, a self-absorbed jerk, or even a version of himself, Hamm has a knack for stealing scenes—even in the shortest of appearances.
From sitcoms like 30 Rock and Parks and Recreation to buzzy shows like Barry, Hamm has quietly embedded himself into Hollywood’s biggest comedies. He’s even had blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments in blockbuster films and streaming originals. If you feel like he’s been in everything, you’re not wrong—his ability to effortlessly drop into a role, no matter how small, has made him one of the most prolific (and entertaining) cameo kings in Hollywood.
Keep scrolling to see some of Jon Hamm's most memorable cameos in TV and film.
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hamm made multiple guest appearances on Curb Your Enthusiasm, mimicking Larry David’s mannerisms and personality. In Season 10, he shadowed Larry to prepare for a movie role, adopting all of his quirks. He later returned in the final season, once again bringing the signature comedic timing of his character.
Parks and Recreation
In Parks and Recreation, Hamm's role was brief but memorable. He played Ed, an incompetent Parks Department employee who was so terrible at his job that Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) fired him multiple times.
Barry
Hamm made a surprise cameo in the final season of Barry, playing an exaggerated version of himself in a dark comedic twist. His brief but memorable appearance added to the show’s Hollywood satire, poking fun at the industry’s obsession with celebrity culture.
Unfrosted
In Unfrosted, Netflix’s Jerry Seinfeld-directed comedy about the creation of Pop-Tarts recruited Jon Hamm for a skit, nodding to his Mad Men days. Playing a Don Draper-like ad executive, Hamm channels the same suave pitchman energy that made him famous. The tongue-in-cheek moment playfully winks at his Mad Men legacy, blending nostalgia with absurd humor in the film’s offbeat take on 1960s advertising culture.
Bridesmaids
The actor's cameo in Bridesmaids is by far one of the film's funniest and most cringe-worthy moments. He plays Ted, Annie’s (Kristen Wiig) obnoxious hookup, who treats her terribly while remaining completely oblivious to his own awfulness. With his over-the-top arrogance and comedic timing, Hamm's character is certainly one to laugh at.
30 Rock
On 30 Rock, Hamm plays Dr. Drew Baird, Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) too-handsome-to-function boyfriend. Although good-looking, they make his character somewhat of an airhead, showing the vast difference between Lemon and Baird's personalities.
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Jon Hamm’s guest appearances in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt are quite ridiculous and suited perfectly for the show's absurdity. He plays the Reverend Richard Wayne Gary Wayne, the delusional cult leader who kept Kimmy (Ellie Kemper) and the other women trapped in an underground bunker. Despite his awful actions, Hamm’s over-the-top comedic delivery makes the character absurdly entertaining, turning the Reverend into one of the show’s most unforgettable villains.
