Avi Phillips gained recognition for his portrayal of Ike Edison in the popular TV series, Maniac Mansion, alongside Joe Flaherty, Deborah Theaker, and Kathleen Robertson. However, he showcased his versatility by taking on the role of Franz Kafka in a unique black-and-white silent film for the multimedia production Kafka in Love in 2001. Additionally, Phillips displayed his talent as a director and actor in the 2007 Toronto Fringe Festival production of Eleanor.