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Patton Oswalt

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Patton Oswalt is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. He gained mainstream recognition playing Spence Olchin on the CBS sitcom The King of Queens from 1998 to 2007. As a voice actor, he is known for portraying the protagonist Remy in the 2007 Pixar animated film Ratatouille. His stand-up specials often feature storytelling, dark humor, and references to science fiction and popular culture.

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Is Patton Oswalt the voice of Remy in Ratatouille?

Yes, Oswalt voices Remy, the rat whose exceptional sense of taste drives him to cook in a Paris restaurant. Pixar released Ratatouille in 2007, with Brad Bird directing.

Who did Patton Oswalt play on The King of Queens?

He played Spence Olchin, one of Doug Heffernan's close friends. Spence is an anxious subway worker and comic-book enthusiast who frequently appears with Danny, played by Gary Valentine.

Which Patton Oswalt special discusses the death of his wife Michelle McNamara?

Annihilation addresses grief after crime writer Michelle McNamara died in 2016, while still containing material about parenting and contemporary life. Netflix released the special in 2017.

What role does Patton Oswalt have in Marvel's M.O.D.O.K.?

Oswalt voices the title character and served as a co-creator of the stop-motion animated series. Hulu released its single season in 2021, presenting M.O.D.O.K. as both a supervillain and a struggling husband and father.