J.B. Rogers

J.B. Rogers—also credited as James Baxter Rogers, James B. Rogers, and JB Rogers—is an American screen artist best known for his work as a director, with a career rooted in broad, character-driven comedy. While his filmography spans multiple on-set roles, Rogers is most closely associated with shaping mainstream humor for wide audiences.

Beyond directing, he has made memorable on-camera appearances, often in small, scene-specific parts that reflect a hands-on creative presence. His acting credits include roles such as Drake First Mate in The Greatest Beer Run Ever, a Messenger in Hard to Die, House Cop #2 in Sorority House Massacre II, and an Older Business Suit in American Pie 2. He also turns up as a Golfer in Me, Myself & Irene and as a Security Guard in Bank Robber.

Rogers has additionally appeared as himself in behind-the-scenes and documentary-style projects, including "That’s Awesome!": The Story of 'Dumb and Dumber To' and American Pie: Beneath the Crust Vol. 2. Taken together, his credits highlight a filmmaker with a practical, collaborative approach and a long-standing connection to popular studio comedy.