David Rudman

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Characters played by David Rudman

Donatello — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)

Live-action turtle character, genius inventor and tech specialist.

Scooter / Janice / Miss Poogy / Wayne — The Muppets (2011)

Muppet crew members assisting backstage.

Scooter / Janice / Beaker — The Muppet Show (2026)

Scooter manages the chaotic production schedule and guest preparations. Beaker becomes the unintended victim of a lab serum that causes his eyes to multiply uncontrollably.

Rat / Peter Cratchit / Old Joe / Swedish Chef — The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

This credited group includes Old Joe, a fence in the future who buys and sells the stolen possessions of the recently deceased. The supplied plot does not provide actions or relationships for the other listed roles.

Scooter / Janice / Miss Poogy / Bobby Benson / Wayne (voice) — Muppets Most Wanted (2014)

Muppet stage manager and various ensemble characters.

Cookie Monster — When You Wish Upon a Pickle: A Sesame Street Special (2018)

Cookie Monster finds the Wish Pickle and wishes for two hundred cookies. Instead of cookies, the wish produces two hundred Cookie Monsters, greatly increasing the confusion on Sesame Street. His wish adds to the group’s urgent need to recover the machine and reverse the effects that have disrupted everyone’s lives.

Additional Muppet Performer (voice) — The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)

Voice actor providing background dialogue.

Chicago Lion / Humphrey / Davey Monkey (voice) — Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration (1993)

Humphrey tries out for Big Bird’s “la-la” line but does not succeed in the audition. Davey Monkey appears alongside Joey Monkey after Big Bird says he will “go bananas.” These brief moments connect the characters to Big Bird’s search for singers and the comic turns in the auditions.

Cookie Monster (voice) — Sesame Street: Elmo's Playdate (2020)

Cookie Monster is one of Elmo's Sesame Street friends and joins him for a virtual playdate over video conferencing. The synopsis identifies him as a participant but does not specify his individual activities or conversations, beyond taking part in finding ways to play together during social distancing.

Baby Bear / Cookie Monster — Elmo's Christmas Countdown (2007)

Baby Bear actively searches and finds Block No. 2. Cookie Monster famously devours Block No. 1 (which contains a cookie), causing temporary frustration for Stiller but ultimately joining the final celebration.

Baby Bear / Cookie Monster / Letter Y / Sully / ... (voice) — Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration (2019)

Cookie Monster opens the special searching for directions to Sesame Street, picking up cookies along the way. Later, he tries to bring Gonger back down after Gonger flies away on a balloon. Cookie Monster also shows Sterling K. Brown how to eat cookies, connecting the character to another comic moment.

Cookie Monster (voice) — Furry Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a Puppy (2021)

Cookie Monster offers dog treats during Elmo and Grover's journey to the pet fair. When the treat cart runs away with Tango, he joins Elmo in racing after it and bringing the puppy and cart to safety, helping the group continue on their way.

Career Overview

David Rudman has 103 screen credits in a career dating back to 1969. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently The Muppets Modern with 2 titles. Signature works include The Muppet Show, Sesame Street: Three Bears and a New Baby, The Muppet Christmas Carol. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
103
Birth Date
1964-06-01
Birth Place
Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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