The Surprising Transformations of the American Pie Cast Since 1999

The American Pie franchise has been an esteemed component of pop culture since its initiation in 1999. The raunchy comedy film, which followed the capers of a group of high school seniors, was an instantaneous success and engendered three sequels. The original American Pie cast has undergone some momentous alterations since their initial presentation in the film. From career shifts to physical metamorphoses, here’s how each cast member has altered over the years.

Jason Biggs

Jason Biggs played the lead role of Jim Levenstein in the American Pie franchise. He was an awkward teen determined to lose his virginity before graduation. Since his breakout role as Jim, Biggs has appeared in many other films and television shows. He’s also had major physical transformations, from a skinny teen to a more muscular man. Most recently, he starred in an episode of Netflix’s Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.

Alyson Hannigan

In American Pie and its sequels, Alyson Hannigan played Jim’s love interest, Michelle Flaherty. Her sweet and innocent quality made her character endearing to audiences. Since her role as Michelle, Hannigan has starred in many television shows, including How I Met Your Mother and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She also had two children with her husband, actor Alexis Denisof.

Seann William Scott

Seann William Scott played Steve Stifler, Jim’s obnoxious friend who often got into trouble for outrageous behavior. Scott gained notoriety for his role as Stifler and went on to appear in several other films, including Road Trip and Dude Where’s My Car? In recent years he has focused more on voice acting roles for animated films like Ice Age and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.

Chris Klein

Chris Klein played Oz, one of Jim’s friends obsessed with becoming popular with girls. After appearing in American Pie 2 and American Wedding, Klein starred in several other films, including Election and Just Friends. He also had a brief stint as a professional race car driver before returning to acting full-time.

Mena Suvari

Mena Suvari played Heather, Jim’s love interest in American Pie and American Pie 2. She was a popular girl initially uninterested in Jim but eventually fell for him. Since her role as Heather, Suvari has appeared in several other films and television shows, including American Horror Story and The Mysteries of Laura. She also had a brief marriage to concert promoter Simone Sestito in 2010.

Tara Reid

Tara Reid played Vicky, the object of Jim’s affection in the original American Pie. Reid had a reputation for being a wild child, and her character Vicky was no different. After appearing in the first three American Pie films, Reid appeared in many other films, including The Big Lebowski and Josie and the Pussycats. She also had a stint on the reality show Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars.

Eugene Levy

Eugene Levy played Jim’s father in the American Pie franchise. He provided much-needed comic relief with his overprotective and sometimes clueless parenting style. Since his role as Jim’s dad, Levy has gone on to appear in many other films and television shows like Schitt’s Creek and Cheaper by the Dozen.

Thomas Ian Nicholas

Thomas Ian Nicholas played Kevin Myers, Jim’s best friend in the American Pie franchise. He was a lovable goofball who often provided comic relief. Since his role as Kevin, Nicholas has appeared in many other films and television shows, including Without a Trace and The Vampire Diaries. He also had a brief stint as a professional musician, releasing two albums in 2005 and 2006.

Shannon Elizabeth

Shannon Elizabeth played Nadia, Jim’s foreign exchange student love interest in American Pie. She was a seductive presence who had an unexpected influence on Jim. After appearing in the first three American Pie films, Elizabeth appeared in many other films and television shows, including Scary Movie and That ’70s Show. She also had a brief marriage to actor Joseph D. Reitman in 2002.

Eddie Kaye Thomas

Eddie Kaye Thomas played Finch, one of Jim’s friends who always tried to find creative ways to pick up girls. After appearing in all four American Pie films, Thomas starred in several other films, including Harold & Kumar’s Go To White Castle and Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. Recently he has focused more on television roles appearing in Scorpion, Hawaii Five-O, and NCIS: Los Angeles.

The original cast of American Pie has gone through some major changes since their first appearance in the film back in 1999. Each cast member has made a unique mark on pop culture, from career changes to physical transformations. At the same time, over 20 years since the release of American Pie, the iconic comedy film still holds up as a classic example of teenage hijinks that audiences can enjoy for generations to come!