The character Marty Byrde in the TV drama series "Ozark" is played by the actor Jason Bateman. Jason Bateman not only portrays Marty Byrde but also serves as an executive producer and occasional director for the show. "Ozark," which premiered in 2017, follows the story of Marty Byrde, a financial planner who gets involved in money laundering for a Mexican drug cartel. The series delves into the complexities of his life as he relocates his family to the Ozarks to navigate a dangerous and unpredictable world.