Actor Danson is an American actor, comedian, and producer best known for his role as Sam Malone on the popular sitcom Cheers. He has also starred in films such as Three Men and a Baby and Father's Day. His first major role was in the television series Taxi, where he played the character of Ted. He also starred in the spin-off series, The Ted Danson Show, which ran from 1982 to 1983. He later starred in the film Coneheads, playing the character of Beldar Conehead. He also starred in the movie Dad's Army, playing the character of Private Frank Pike. Finally, he starred in the movie Saving Private Ryan, playing the character of Captain John H. Miller.