Benjamin Joseph Manaly “B. J.” Novak (born July 31, 1979) is an American actor, stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and director. He is best known for being a writer and co-executive producer for and playing the role of Ryan Howard on the US version of The Office, as well as appearing in Inglourious Basterds. He has received an Emmy Award for his works for The Office.
In the 2011 Smurfs movie, B.J. Novak is the voice of Baker Smurf.