Kevin Kline
Actor, Director, Producer
October 24, 1947 (78 years)
Kevin Delaney Kline (born October 24, 1947) is an American actor and singer. He is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation and has enjoyed a successful career in both film and theater.
He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002).
In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances. He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions and earned a Tony Award for his role in the musical "On the Twentieth Century" (1978). His theater credits include performances in works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, and other renowned playwrights.
Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of characters, from comedic roles to dramatic and even musical ones. He is known for his charisma, wit, and skillful acting, which have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002).
In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances. He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions and earned a Tony Award for his role in the musical "On the Twentieth Century" (1978). His theater credits include performances in works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, and other renowned playwrights.
Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of characters, from comedic roles to dramatic and even musical ones. He is known for his charisma, wit, and skillful acting, which have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Known For
Filmography
| 2026 | American Classic · as Richard Bean |
| 2025 | A Big Bold Beautiful Journey · as The Mechanic |
| 2024 | Disclaimer · as Stephen Brigstocke |
| 2022 | The Bob's Burgers Movie · as Calvin Fischoeder (voice) |
| 2021 | The Starling · as Dr. Larry Fine |
| 2021 | The Good House · as Frank GetchellOn Plex |
| 2019 | The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts · as Robert Mueller |
| 2017 | Noël Coward's Present Laughter · as Garry Essendine |
| 2017 | Beauty and the Beast · as Maurice |
| 2016 | Maya & Marty · as Husband |
| 2016 | Dean · as Robert |
| 2015 | Ricki and the Flash · as Pete Brummel |
| 2014 | My Old Lady · as Mathias Gold |
| 2014 | James McNeill Whistler and the Case for Beauty · as James Mcneill Whistler |
| 2013 | Last Vegas · as Sam Harris |
| 2013 | The Last of Robin Hood · as Errol Flynn |
| 2012 | Darling Companion · as Joseph |
| 2011 | No Strings Attached · as Alvin Franklin |
| 2011 | Bob's Burgers · as Mr. Fischoeder (voice) |
| 2010 | The Conspirator · as Edwin StantonOn Plex |
| 2010 | The Extra Man · as Henry HarrisonOn Plex |
| 2009 | Queen to Play · as Kröger |
| 2008 | The Tale of Despereaux · as Chef Andre (voice) |
| 2008 | Definitely, Maybe · as Hampton Roth |
| 2007 | Trade · as Ray Sheridan |
| 2006 | As You Like It · as Jaques |
| 2006 | The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America · as Narrator (voice) |
| 2006 | A Prairie Home Companion · as Guy Noir |
| 2006 | The Pink Panther · as Dreyfus |
| 2004 | De-Lovely · as Cole PorterOn Plex |
| 2004 | Imaginary Witness: Hollywood and the Holocaust · as Nathan |
| 2003 | Freedom: A History of Us · as Thomas Jefferson |
| 2002 | The Emperor's Club · as William Hundert |
| 2002 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame II · as Phoebus (voice) |
| 2002 | Orange County · as Marcus Skinner (uncredited) |
| 2001 | Life as a House · as George Monroe |
| 2001 | The Anniversary Party · as Cal Gold |
| 2000 | The Kennedy Center Presents: Speak Truth to Power · as Various |
| 2000 | The Road to El Dorado · as Tulio (voice) |
| 1999 | The Will Smith Music Video Collection · as Artemus Gordon (segment: Wild Wild West) |
| 1999 | Wild Wild West · as U.s. Marshal Artemus Gordon / President Grant |
| 1999 | A Midsummer Night's Dream · as Nick Bottom |
| 1997 | The Ice Storm · as Ben Hood |
| 1997 | In & Out · as Howard Brackett |
| 1997 | Fierce Creatures · as Vince Mccain / Rod Mccain |
| 1996 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame · as Phoebus (voice) |
| 1995 | French Kiss · as Luc Teyssier |
| 1994 | Princess Caraboo · as FrixosOn Plex |
| 1993 | Dave · as Dave Kovic / Bill Mitchell |
| 1992 | Chaplin · as Douglas Fairbanks |
| 1992 | Consenting Adults · as Richard Parker |
| 1991 | Grand Canyon · as Mack |
| 1991 | The Nutcracker · as Narrator (voice) |
| 1991 | Merlin and the Dragons · as Narrator (voice) |
| 1991 | Soapdish · as Jeffrey Anderson |
| 1990 | I Love You to Death · as Joey Boca |
| 1989 | The January Man · as Nick Starkey |
| 1988 | A Fish Called Wanda · as Otto |
| 1987 | Cry Freedom · as Donald Woods |
| 1986 | Violets Are Blue... · as Henry Squires |
| 1985 | Silverado · as Paden |
| 1983 | |
| 1983 | The Big Chill · as Harold Cooper |
| 1983 | The Pirates of Penzance · as The Pirate King |
| 1982 | Sophie's Choice · as Nathan LandauOn Plex |
| 1982 | Nature · as Narrator (voice) |
| 1980 | The Pirates of Penzance · as The Pirate King |
| 1976 | The Time of Your Life · as Mccarthy |
| 1971 | Great Performances · as Hamlet |
| 1951 | Search for Tomorrow · as Woody Reed (1976) |
| 2026 | American Classic · as Executive Producer |