Heder’s breakthrough lead performance in 2004’s Napoleon Dynamite made him an instant indie sensation. Before playing Napoleon Dynamite, Heder had three minor film roles in small flicks. After the success of Napoleon Dynamite, he was cast in Just Like Heaven with Reese Witherspoon, The Benchwarmers, Monster House and School for Scoundrels. 2007 saw Heder in the films "Surf's Up" and "Blades of Glory.