What actor does the Expedia commercial play?
Unpacking the Faces Behind Expedia’s Ads
(By Carmichael Phillip)
When someone asks “What actor does the Expedia commercial play?” the question is deceptively simple — Expedia has run many commercials over the years, each with different actors, voices, and locales. In this article, we’ll explore several notable Expedia ads and the actors behind them, diving into who you might recognize on screen (or hear as voiceover).
The “All By Myself” Expedia Ad — Rashida Jones
Expedia All By Myself App Featuring Rashida Jones
One of the more recognized Expedia commercials is the “All By Myself” spot, which features Rashida Jones in the lead.
In that ad, a traveler stumbles through neon-lit city streets navigating with a map; Jones approaches, helps, and leads the traveler toward a hotel, emphasizing Expedia’s message: “It matters who you travel with.”
Rashida’s presence adds star power and familiarity — she’s well known from shows like Parks and Recreation and The Office. The casting works cleverly: you remember the brand because you remember the face.
However, that is just one of the castings Expedia has used over time.
Ewan McGregor in Expedia Ads
Another high-profile face is Ewan McGregor. In a Super Bowl–era Expedia ad, McGregor helps present the brand’s travel-forward messaging — the idea of exploring, going beyond, and seeking experiences.
While some fans on Reddit have debated his performance, the fact remains: McGregor is one of the more prominent celebrities to step in front of an Expedia camera.
So depending on which commercial you saw — the all-by-myself version or the more expansive “Made to Travel” style — Ewan McGregor might well be “the actor” you remember.
Voiceover: Glenn Rockowitz as the Voice of Expedia
Behind many spots, especially ones with narration, you may not see a face — you hear a voice. Glenn Rockowitz is an American voice actor credited with doing voiceover work for Expedia in addition to other brands.
Rockowitz has lent his voice to multiple commercials, becoming one of the “invisible” consistent presences behind the brand’s marketed messaging.
This means that even when no famous actor is on screen, the voice may still be a seasoned professional familiar to the advertising world.
Other Expedia Ads: “Midlife Crisis” and “Two Step”
In the “Midlife Crisis” Expedia spot, which ran recently, iSpot notes that no actor has been publicly identified for that particular ad.
Similarly, in the “Two Step” campaign (featuring a line-dancing group traveling via Expedia), the actors remain uncredited publicly.
These examples show that while some commercials are linked to big names, others rely more on ensemble casts or anonymous talent; not every commercial has a “star actor” attached.
So, Which Actor Does the Expedia Commercial Play?
To answer the question as broadly as possible:
If you saw the “All By Myself” ad, the actor is Rashida Jones.
If you saw the Super Bowl / Made to Travel–style Expedia ad, that actor is likely Ewan McGregor.
For many Expedia commercials, a voice actor like Glenn Rockowitz provides narration.
And in some newer ads (e.g., “Midlife Crisis” or “Two Step”), the performers are not publicly identified — you may be watching talented but uncredited actors.
Thus, the answer depends on which commercial you saw.
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