Which actor voices Jerry Smith?

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Chris Parnell voices Jerry Smith in Rick and Morty. Jerry is Morty and Summer’s insecure father, Beth’s husband, and Rick Sanchez’s frequently exasperated son-in-law. Parnell’s performance gives Jerry a distinctive combination of anxious politeness, self-pity, misplaced confidence, and occasional bravery, making him one of the show’s most recognizable supporting characters.

Parnell is an American actor and comedian who was a cast member on Saturday Night Live. He is also widely known for playing Cyril Figgis on the animated comedy Archer and for numerous film, television, and voice roles. His work as Jerry relies heavily on timing and vocal delivery, especially when Jerry tries to sound authoritative while clearly losing an argument with Rick or Beth.

The answer is sometimes confused with the performers who voice the show’s other main characters. Justin Roiland originally voiced Rick and Morty, Spencer Grammer voices Summer, and Sarah Chalke voices Beth. Jerry’s family relationships can also vary across dimensions, but the recurring versions of Jerry are voiced by Chris Parnell in the television series.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Aug. 2026

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