Kate Berlant
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- July 16, 1987
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, USA
Kate Berlant (born July 16, 1987) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. She attended The Archer School for Girls in West Los Angeles and attended New York University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in performance studies. She is known for her comedy specials, including Would It Kill You to Laugh? (2022) and her role as Deena Michaels in the 2025 film Maddie's Secret, both starring alongside longtime collaborator John Early. Kate is currently in a relationship with MUNA band member Naomi McPherson.
Filmography
Naughty 2027
Actor
- The Saviors
The Saviors 2027
as Cleo
Babies 2027
as Eliza
Wishful Thinking 2027
as Tilly
Kate Berlant: Parmesan 2026
as Self, Writer, Executive Producer
Maddie's Secret 2026
as Deena
She Keeps Me Young 2026
as Ghosting Lecturer
The Breadwinner 2026
as Angela Ashford
I Love Boosters 2026
as Mall Manager on P.A. (voice)
Plantman & Blondie: A Dress Up Gang Film 2026
as Kate
The Moment 2026
as Molly
Dream Scenario 2023
as Mary
First Time Female Director 2023
as Clara Ann / Terry Ann
Don't Worry Darling 2022
as Peg
Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind 2022
as Self, Writer, Executive Producer
Would It Kill You to Laugh? Starring Kate Berlant + John Early 2022
as Kate Berlant, Executive Producer, Writer
Girl Callin' 2020
Actor
After Class 2019
as Jackie Cohn
Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood 2019
as Bruin Box Office Girl
Frankenstein's Monster's Monster, Frankenstein 2019
as Monica Fulton / Miss Machbeth
Rachel 2019
as Rachel, Writer
Jenny Lewis' On The Line Online 2019
as Self
Runnin' 2019
Actor
- The Pianist
The Pianist 2018
Actor
Sorry to Bother You 2018
as Diana DeBauchery
Duck Butter 2018
as Kathy
Happy Anniversary 2018
as Lindsay
Little Bitches 2018
as Liz
Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job! Awesome 10 Year Anniversary Version, Great Job? 2017
as Linda
Snowy Bing Bongs Across the North Star Combat Zone 2017
as Belinda
I Love You Both 2017
as Ivy
Clarence’s Stormy Sleepover 2017
as Ms. Julip (voice)
Buster's Mal Heart 2017
as Phone Sex Operator (voice)
Reggie Watts: Spatial 2016
as Self
Dean 2016
as Naomi
Shopping 2015
Actor, Writer
Dinner Party 2015
Actor, Writer
Dan Klein: This Is Comedy 2014
Actor
Santa Monica 2014
as Woman
The Greggs 2014
as Shelley
Family Dinner 2012
as Mom
Credits from TMDB.