Cast and Crew of The Neighborhood

The Neighborhood

"The Neighborhood" is a heartwarming and humorous sitcom that explores the cultural clashes and unexpected friendships that arise when a friendly Midwestern family moves into a predominantly African-American neighborhood in Los Angeles. The show features a talented cast, including Cedric the Entertainer as the curmudgeonly but lovable Calvin Butler, and Max Greenfield as the ever-optimistic and neighborly Dave Johnson.

At the center of the story is Dave, a good-natured and well-meaning man who is determined to win over his new neighbors with his boundless enthusiasm and generosity. However, not everyone in the neighborhood is receptive to his overtures, particularly Calvin, a longtime resident who is wary of outsiders and fiercely protective of his community. As Dave continues to push the boundaries of neighborliness, tensions rise and hilarious misunderstandings ensue, leading to a series of funny and touching moments that highlight the importance of empathy, understanding, and acceptance.

Despite their initial differences, Dave and Calvin eventually form an unlikely friendship, learning from each other's perspectives and growing as people in the process. The show is a celebration of diversity and community, showcasing the beauty and complexity of modern urban life while challenging stereotypes and promoting tolerance and understanding. With its sharp writing, engaging characters, and timely themes, "The Neighborhood" is a must-watch for anyone who loves smart, heartfelt comedy with a message.

Main Cast of The Neighborhood

Cedric the Entertainer as Calvin Butler

Cedric the Entertainer

as Calvin Butler (117 episodes)
Cedric the Entertainer effortlessly brings the character of Calvin Butler to life in "The Neighborhood." His portrayal of the grumpy, yet lovable neighbor is both hilarious and endearing, adding a unique charm to the sitcom. Cedric the Entertainer's ability to deliver witty punchlines and create humorous situations, while also showcasing Calvin's deeper feelings and fears, highlights his versatility and skill as an actor. His performance has been a standout in the show, making Calvin Butler a memorable character and a key factor in the series' appeal.
Max Greenfield as Dave Johnson

Max Greenfield

as Dave Johnson (117 episodes)
Max Greenfield brings an energetic and endearing charm to his portrayal of Dave Johnson in "The Neighborhood." As the relentlessly optimistic midwesterner adjusting to life in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Los Angeles, Greenfield delivers a delightfully nuanced performance that explores the complexities of racial dynamics, tolerance, and friendship. His comedic timing and charismatic presence make Dave a lovable and complex character, expertly balancing sincerity and humor, allowing audiences to laugh with him as he navigates various cultural misunderstandings while finding his place in his new community.
Tichina Arnold as Tina Butler

Tichina Arnold

as Tina Butler (117 episodes)
Tichina Arnold delivers a standout performance as Tina Butler in "The Neighborhood," effortlessly balancing humor and heart. As the matriarch of the Butler family, Tina is fiercely protective of her loved ones and not afraid to speak her mind. Arnold's impeccable comedic timing and genuine warmth shine through in every scene, making Tina an endearing and relatable character. Her interactions with the diverse cast showcase her range as an actor, and she consistently brings authenticity to the role, creating a character that viewers can't help but root for.
Beth Behrs as Gemma Johnson

Beth Behrs

as Gemma Johnson (117 episodes)
In the captivating TV show "The Neighborhood," Beth Behrs gracefully portrays the character of Gemma Johnson, the charming and slightly awkward wife of Dave Johnson, played by Max Greenfield. Gemma is a school psychologist who finds herself in a new multicultural setting, far from her Midwestern roots. Behrs skillfully showcases the character's adjustment process and her earnest efforts to fit in and form genuine friendships with her neighbors, which is a delightful part of the show. Through Behrs' authentic and heartfelt performances, Gemma emerges as a relatable and endearing character that viewers can't help but root for in her journey to embrace and appreciate the diverse community around her.
Sheaun McKinney as Malcolm Butler

Sheaun McKinney

as Malcolm Butler (117 episodes)
Sheaun McKinney delivers a standout performance as Malcolm Butler in the TV series "The Neighborhood". As the skeptical and protective best friend of Dave Johnson, Malcolm's dry wit and world-weary attitude adds a delightful contrast to the otherwise upbeat and comedic tone of the show. McKinney's ability to bring both humor and heart to his character makes Malcolm a compelling and relatable figure, and his chemistry with the rest of the ensemble cast adds an extra layer of depth and authenticity to the show's portrayal of multicultural friendship and community. Overall, McKinney's performance as Malcolm is a highlight of "The Neighborhood" and a testament to his talent as an actor.

Secondary Cast of The Neighborhood

Griffen Campbell

as Colby (1 episode)
Juliette Goglia as Meadow

Juliette Goglia

as Meadow (1 episode)

Juliette Rose Goglia (born September 22, 1995) is an American actress, singer and musician. She is best known for por...

Nicole Sullivan as Alexis

Nicole Sullivan

as Alexis (1 episode)

Nicole Julianne Sullivan (born April 21, 1970) is an American actress, comedian and voice artist. Sullivan is best kn...

Maurice LaMarche as HandyRandy79

Maurice LaMarche

as HandyRandy79 (1 episode)

Maurice LaMarche (born March 30, 1958) is a Canadian voice actor and former stand up comedian. He is best known for h...

Gary Anthony Williams as Ernie

Gary Anthony Williams

as Ernie (6 episodes)

Gary Anthony Williams (born March 14, 1966) is an American actor, comedian and filmmaker. He was a regular cast membe...

Sloan Robinson as Old Miss Kim

Sloan Robinson

as Old Miss Kim (7 episodes)

Sloan Robinson is an actor, dancer, choreographer and playwright. She has Received the NAACP Theatre Award for Best F...

David Parkman

as Teddy (1 episode)
Marilu Henner as Paula

Marilu Henner

as Paula (1 episode)

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Mary Lucy Denise Henner (born April 6, 1952), known professionally as Mari...

Duane R. Shepard Sr. as Abe

Duane R. Shepard Sr.

as Abe (1 episode)

Duane R. Shepard Sr. is actor.

Erin Young

as Greer (1 episode)

Dorothy Dillingham Blue

as Nurse (1 episode)
Jim Meskimen as Dr. Bancroft

Jim Meskimen

as Dr. Bancroft (1 episode)

Jim Ross Meskimen (born September 10, 1959) is an American comedian and actor, perhaps best known for his work on the...

Brandon Claybon

as Promoter (1 episode)
David Terry as Waiter

David Terry

as Waiter (1 episode)

David Terry is an American actor from Indianapolis, Indiana currently residing in Los Angeles, California.

Marla Gibbs as Miss Simpson

Marla Gibbs

as Miss Simpson (1 episode)

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Marla Gibbs (born June 14, 1931) is an American television and film actres...

Carole Gutierrez as Woman

Carole Gutierrez

as Woman (1 episode)

Carole Gutierrez is an actress.

Josh Brener as Trevor

Josh Brener

as Trevor (1 episode)

Joshua Max Brener is an American actor. He played the roles of Kyle on the IFC series "Maron" and Nelson Big Head Big...

Yemi Cole

as Ebony (1 episode)

Burt Grinstead

as Climber (1 episode)

Burt Grinstead is an actor.

Geoff Stults as Logan #2

Geoff Stults

as Logan #2 (1 episode)

Geoffrey Manton Stults (born December 15, 1977) is an American actor. His first regular roles on television included ...

Euanton Dotson

as Security (1 episode)

Destiney Richardson

as University Student (1 episode)
Jim O'Heir as Maynard

Jim O'Heir

as Maynard (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jim O'Heir (born February 4, 1962) is an American actor. He was active in the ...

Mark Anthony Williams as Melvin

Mark Anthony Williams

as Melvin (3 episodes)

Mark Anthony Williams was born on January 9, 1970 and is currently 54 years old.

Brian Thomas Smith as Ed

Brian Thomas Smith

as Ed (1 episode)

Brian Thomas Smith was born on May 13, 1977 and is currently 47 years old.

Aynsley Bubbico

as Jennifer (1 episode)
Eliza Shin as Lorraine

Eliza Shin

as Lorraine (1 episode)

Eliza Shin is an American actress based in Los Angeles.

Tian Richards as Daryl

Tian Richards

as Daryl (1 episode)

Tian Richards is an American film and television actor.

Angelique Maurnae

as Hostess (1 episode)
Scott Cooper Ryan as Host

Scott Cooper Ryan

as Host (1 episode)

Scott Cooper Ryan is an American actor raised in Boulder, Colorado. He holds a BFA in Performance from the University...

Kym Whitley as LaTonya

Kym Whitley

as LaTonya (2 episodes)

Kym Whitley is an American film and television actress and comedienne.

Cocoa Brown as Regina

Cocoa Brown

as Regina (2 episodes)

Cocoa Brown was born on January 1, 1972 and is currently 52 years old.

Edy Ganem as Sofia

Edy Ganem

as Sofia (3 episodes)

Edurne "Edy" Ganem is an American actress of Mexican and Lebanese descent. She is known for her role as Valentina Dia...

Tony Winters as Johnny

Tony Winters

as Johnny (1 episode)

Award-winning veteran actor/writer/producer Tony Winters' career has spanned decades with his work on stage, screen a...

Casey Sander as Santa

Casey Sander

as Santa (1 episode)

Clinton O. "Casey" Sander (born July 6, 1956) is an American actor known as the character "Captain" Jimmy Wennick on ...

Tracey Ashley

as Wanda (1 episode)
Jonathan Slavin as Jeffery

Jonathan Slavin

as Jeffery (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jonathan Slavin is an American actor.

Sarah Jane MacKay as Claudia

Sarah Jane MacKay

as Claudia (1 episode)

Sarah Jane MacKay is an American film and television actress.

Jared Wernick as Waiter

Jared Wernick

as Waiter (1 episode)

Jared Wernick is an American film and television actor. He holds a BFA in Drama from the Tisch School of Fine Arts at...

Riki Lindhome as Kristen

Riki Lindhome

as Kristen (1 episode)

Riki Lindhome was born on March 5, 1979 in Coudersport, Pennsylvania but grew up primarily in Portville, New York (ne...

Richard Gant as Walter

Richard Gant

as Walter (3 episodes)

Richard Edward Gant (born March 10, 1944) is an American actor. His notable credits include the film Rocky V (1990), ...

Wayne Brady as Isaiah Evans

Wayne Brady

as Isaiah Evans (2 episodes)

Wayne Alphonso Brady (born June 2, 1972) is an Emmy Award-winning actor, singer, comedian, host, and television perso...

Earthquake

as Que (1 episode)
Asante Jones as Moderator

Asante Jones

as Moderator (1 episode)

Asante Jones was born on August 3, 1968 and is currently 56 years old.

Suzy Nakamura as Dr. Chen

Suzy Nakamura

as Dr. Chen (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Susan Aiko "Suzy" Nakamura (born December 2, 1968; height 5' 4" (1,63 m)) is ...

Brian Posehn as Clem

Brian Posehn

as Clem (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Brian Edmund Posehn (born July 6, 1966) is an American actor, voice actor, mu...

Patricia Belcher as Sister Sabrina

Patricia Belcher

as Sister Sabrina (1 episode)

Patricia Belcher is an American stage, film and television actress, best known for her roles as Estelle Dabney on Dis...

Mike Milian

as Andy (1 episode)

Brian Nelson Jr.

as Husband (1 episode)
Bianca Lopez as Wife #1

Bianca Lopez

as Wife #1 (1 episode)

Bianca Lopez is an American stage, film and television actress and model.

Bob Clendenin as Stan

Bob Clendenin

as Stan (1 episode)

Bob Clendenin is an American film and television actor.

Chloé Wepper as Nurse Chris

Chloé Wepper

as Nurse Chris (1 episode)

Chloe Wepper is a film and television actress based in Los Angeles, California. She received her BFA from New York Un...

Michael Gladis as Dr. Fisher

Michael Gladis

as Dr. Fisher (1 episode)

Michael Gladis was born on August 30, 1977 and is currently 47 years old.

Samm Levine as Jerry

Samm Levine

as Jerry (1 episode)

Samuel Franklin Levine (born March 12, 1982) is an American actor and comedian. He is known for his portrayal of Neal...

Matt Kaminsky as Phil

Matt Kaminsky

as Phil (1 episode)

Matt Kaminsky was born on June 8, 1971 and is currently 53 years old.

Dion LaMarr Harvey

as Eddie (1 episode)
Jack Guzman as Carlos

Jack Guzman

as Carlos (1 episode)

Jack Guzman was born on June 21, 1978 and is currently 46 years old.

Jerry Beck

as Jack (1 episode)
George Lopez as Victor

George Lopez

as Victor (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia George Lopez (born April 23, 1961) is an American comedian, actor, and talk sh...

Scott Lawrence as Pastor Williams

Scott Lawrence

as Pastor Williams (1 episode)

Scott was born in Los Angeles and spent a lot of his childhood with his parents on picket lines campaigning for local...

Jasmine Hester

as Kerry (1 episode)

Jahdai Pickett

as Butch (1 episode)

David Proffitt

as Police Officer (1 episode)

Jaiden McLeod

as Kid (1 episode)

Tiffany Oglesby

as Lindsey (1 episode)

Shaniece Cole

as Denise (1 episode)

Skye Lucas

as Emily (1 episode)
Jerome Bettis as Jerome Bettis

Jerome Bettis

as Jerome Bettis (1 episode)

Jerome Bettis was born on February 16, 1972 and is currently 52 years old.

Samantha Cutaran as Lynn

Samantha Cutaran

as Lynn (1 episode)

Samantha Cutaran is an American stage and screen actress based in Los Angeles, California. She holds a B.F.A. in Thea...

Jeremiah King

as Eli (1 episode)
Kyle Howard as Josh

Kyle Howard

as Josh (1 episode)

Kyle Alan Howard (born April 13, 1978) is an American film and television actor. Description above from the Wikipedi...

Lily Sanchez

as Thatcher (1 episode)

Hector A. Garcia

as Salesperson (1 episode)

Joy Rovaris

as Jasmine (1 episode)
Jill Remez as D.A. Benton

Jill Remez

as D.A. Benton (1 episode)

Jill Remez was born on November 13, 1962 and is currently 62 years old.

Bridger Buckley

as Pizza Guy (1 episode)
Chelsea Harris as Necie

Chelsea Harris

as Necie (10 episodes)

Chelsea Harris (born March 30, 1990) is an American actress best known for roles on Designated Survivor, Snowpiercer,...

Chase Yi as Dante

Chase Yi

as Dante (1 episode)

Chase Yi was born on May 24, 1992 and is currently 32 years old.

Jason Rogel as Alejandro

Jason Rogel

as Alejandro (1 episode)

Jason Rogel is a Filipino-American film and television actor. He holds a BA in Theatre Arts from the California State...

James Wong as Officer Yang

James Wong

as Officer Yang (1 episode)

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia James 'Jim' Wong (born April 20, 1959) is a Hongkongese-American television p...

Bill Bellamy as Lorenzo

Bill Bellamy

as Lorenzo (1 episode)

William Bellamy is an American actor and stand-up comedian. Bellamy first gained national notoriety on HBO's Russell ...

Tracy Morgan as Curtis

Tracy Morgan

as Curtis (1 episode)

​American actor, comedian and author Tracy Jamal Morgan is best known for his eight seasons as a cast member on Satur...

Anosh McAdam

as Tyler (1 episode)
Phil Morris as Terrence

Phil Morris

as Terrence (1 episode)

Phil Morris (born April 4, 1959) is an American actor. He played Jackie Chiles on Seinfeld, John Jones on The CW seri...

Tommy Davidson as Jordan

Tommy Davidson

as Jordan (1 episode)

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Tommy Davidson (born November 10, 1963) is an American comedian, film and ...

Eric Allan Kramer as Barry

Eric Allan Kramer

as Barry (1 episode)

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Eric Allan Kramer (March 26, 1962) is an American actor, perhaps best known a...

Diana Sánchez

as Rosa (1 episode)
Patti LaBelle as Marilyn

Patti LaBelle

as Marilyn (1 episode)

Patti LaBelle was born on May 24, 1944 and is currently 80 years old.

Jordan Belfi as Stan

Jordan Belfi

as Stan (1 episode)

Jordan Belfi was born on November 30, 1978 in Los Angeles, California, USA as Jordan Christopher Belfi. He is known f...

Rizi Timane

as Akin (1 episode)

Hayden Lam

as Quan (1 episode)

Kelsey McKean

as Not Gemma (1 episode)

Ruth Wilhoit

as Rita (1 episode)

Kaitlin Leddy

as Valarie (1 episode)

Lauren Darlene

as Nika (1 episode)

Karla Sonnier

as Kayla (1 episode)

Danette Wilson

as Holly (1 episode)

Vadim Brunell

as Percy (1 episode)
John Ross Bowie as Gregory

John Ross Bowie

as Gregory (2 episodes)

John Ross Bowie (born May 30, 1971) is an American actor and comedian best known for playing Barry Kripke in The Big ...

Courtney Nichole

as Ms. Davis (4 episodes)
Troy Winbush as Kenny

Troy Winbush

as Kenny (1 episode)

Troy Winbush is an American film and television actor, best known for his recurring role as Denny on the television s...

Issac Ryan Brown as Peter

Issac Ryan Brown

as Peter (1 episode)

Originally from Detroit, Issac Ryan Brown got his big break at the age of six when he dazzled audiences on "America's...

Raúl de Anda

as Philip (1 episode)
Kevin Pollak as Lamar Johnson

Kevin Pollak

as Lamar Johnson (4 episodes)

Kevin Pollak is an American actor, impressionist, game show host, and comedian. He started performing stand-up comedy...

D.L. Hughley as Self

D.L. Hughley

as Self (1 episode)

Darryl Lynn "D. L." Hughley is an American actor and stand-up comedian. He is perhaps best known as the star of the A...

Geoffrey James

as Pike (1 episode)
Gabriel Iglesias as Luis Cabrera

Gabriel Iglesias

as Luis Cabrera (1 episode)

Gabriel Jesus Iglesias (born July 15, 1976), known comically as Fluffy, is an American comedian, actor, writer, produ...

Jerry O'Connell as Jerry O'Connell

Jerry O'Connell

as Jerry O'Connell (1 episode)

Jeremiah O'Connell (born February 17, 1974) is an American actor, director, and television personality. He is known f...

Daniel DiMaggio as Kiefer

Daniel DiMaggio

as Kiefer (1 episode)

Daniel DiMaggio was born on July 30, 2004 and is currently 20 years old.

Skye Townsend as Courtney

Skye Townsend

as Courtney (7 episodes)

Skye Townsend was born on September 1, 1993 and is currently 31 years old.

Dia La Ren Nash as Violet

Dia La Ren Nash

as Violet (1 episode)

Dia Laren Nash is an American actress and the daughter of actress Niecy Nash.

Noah Weisberg

as Pat (1 episode)
Julie Claire as Ingrid

Julie Claire

as Ingrid (1 episode)

Julie Claire (born May 31, 1971) is an American actress known for her recurring roles on the TV series Dirt and Devio...

Peter Breitmayer as Judge Lampin

Peter Breitmayer

as Judge Lampin (1 episode)

Peter Breitmayer was born on May 29, 1965 and is currently 59 years old.

Denzel Johnson

as Larry (1 episode)

David Anthony Hinton

as Host (1 episode)
Russell Peters as Joe

Russell Peters

as Joe (1 episode)

Russell Dominic Peters (born September 29, 1970) is a Canadian comedian and actor. He began performing in Toronto in ...

Brenden Solomon

as Server (1 episode)

Danny De Lloyd

as Don (1 episode)

Ammy Ontiveros

as Bree (1 episode)
Brian George as Mr. Friendly

Brian George

as Mr. Friendly (1 episode)

Brian George is a British-Israeli film, television and voice actor for Indian accents, who typically plays guest role...

Miya Kodama

as Hope (1 episode)
Ever Carradine as Ashley

Ever Carradine

as Ashley (1 episode)

Ever Dawn Carradine is an American actress, and daughter of actor Robert Carradine. She is known for her roles as Tif...

Ricarlo Flanagan

as Security Guard (1 episode)

Rob James

as Terrell (1 episode)

Jerome Beck

as Jack (1 episode)
Anjali Bhimani as Suraya

Anjali Bhimani

as Suraya (1 episode)

Anjali was born in Cleveland, OH and raised in Orange County, CA, by Drs. Ela and Bharat Bhimani. After performing in...

James Wong

as Officer Yang (1 episode)
Ariel Eliaz as Tod

Ariel Eliaz

as Tod (1 episode)

Ariel Eliaz is an American actor in New York City.

Vincent Ventresca as Throckmorton

Vincent Ventresca

as Throckmorton (1 episode)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia ​Vincent Paul Gerard Ventresca (born 29 April, 1966 in Indianapolis, Indiana) ...

Ian Stanley as Officer Hitchcock

Ian Stanley

as Officer Hitchcock (1 episode)

Ian Stanley was born on November 6, 1971 and is currently 53 years old.

Tony Gonzalez as Derrick

Tony Gonzalez

as Derrick (1 episode)

Tony Gonzalez was born on February 27, 1976 in Torrance, California, USA as Anthony David Gonzalez. He is an actor, w...

Rocky Cusseaux

as Escher (1 episode)
Toni Braxton as Toni Braxton

Toni Braxton

as Toni Braxton (1 episode)

Toni Braxton (born October 7, 1967) is an American R&B singer, songwriter, actress and television personality.


Crew of The Neighborhood

Discover the backstage crew of The Neighborhood →