Josef Polášek

Josef Polášek is a Czech stage, film, and television actor. Born in 1965 in Zlín, he originally trained as an electrician before studying drama at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts (JAMU) in Brno. Between 1994 and 2003, he was an integral part of Brno's acclaimed HaDivadlo ensemble, and he continues to perform regularly on prominent Prague and regional stages, including Divadlo Na Jezerce and Studio DVA. He also made modern theatrical history with his role in the cult football satire Ivánku, kamaráde, můžeš mluvit?. Audiences widely recognize him for his grounded comedic timing, iconic appearances in commercial campaigns (notably for Kofola), and film credits led by his starring role in the comedy František je děvkař. His extensive screen work also features appearances in popular Czech television series such as Comeback, Dokonalý svět, Vyprávěj, Osada nebo Kamarádi.