For the past 20 years, Jason Sudeikis has been one of the most prominent voices in American comedy. The actor and comedian came into the world with at least one showbiz connection — his uncle is George Wendt of “Cheers” fame — but he has carved out his own unique space in film and television, outwardly the clean-cut straight man, but with deep reserves of cynicism hidden beneath a bright smile. Sudeikis got his start with the Second City improv troupe before eventually being hired by “Saturday Night Live,” where his career really took off. Since working on the show for a decade, he has developed a thriving career that encompasses television, independent dramadies, and big-budget blockbusters.
His filmography showcases a keen eye for both interesting characters with unexpected facets to their personality and projects that capitalize on his strengths as a performer. Over the years, Sudeikis has earned rave reviews from both audiences and critics,…