Kevin Kline
Biography
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.
Movies (87)
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
2025
PERFUMANIA
2025
The Bob's Burgers Movie
2022
The Starling
2021
The Good House
2021
Dear Elizabeth
2021
Here Today
2021
Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
2020
Alan Pakula: Going for Truth
2019
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
2019
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
2019
The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts
2019
Noël Coward's Present Laughter
2017
Nature: Yosemite
2017
Beauty and the Beast
2017
Dean
2016
Ricki and the Flash
2015
My Old Lady
2014
Last Vegas
2013
The Last of Robin Hood
2013
Close Up
2012
Darling Companion
2012
Oscar Etiquette
2012
Olmsted and America's Urban Parks
2011
The Conspirator
2011
No Strings Attached
2011
The Extra Man
2010
Still on the Road
2010
Queen to Play
2009
Cyrano de Bergerac
2008
The Tale of Despereaux
2008
The Last Ghost of War
2008
Theater of War
2008
Definitely, Maybe
2008
Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm
2007
Trade
2007
As You Like It
2006
The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America
2006
A Prairie Home Companion
2006
The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays
2006
The Pink Panther
2006
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood
2005
De-Lovely
2004
Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas
2004
The Emperor's Club
2002
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
2002
Orange County
2002
Life as a House
2001
The Anniversary Party
2001
The Road to El Dorado
2000
Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West
1999
Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets
1999
Wild Wild West
1999
It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'
1999
A Midsummer Night's Dream
1999
The Big Chill: A Reunion
1999
The Ice Storm
1997
In & Out
1997
Fierce Creatures
1997
Looking for Richard
1996
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
1996
French Kiss
1995
Princess Caraboo
1994
Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
1994
The Nutcracker
1993
Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration
1993
Dave
1993
Chaplin
1992
Consenting Adults
1992
Grand Canyon
1991
Merlin and the Dragons
1991
Soapdish
1991
William Shakespeare's Hamlet
1990
I Love You to Death
1990
The January Man
1989
A Fish Called Wanda
1988
Cry Freedom
1987
The Grand Knockout Tournament
1987
Violets Are Blue
1986
Silverado
1985
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'
1983
The Big Chill
1983
The Pirates of Penzance
1983
Sophie's Choice
1982
The Pirates of Penzance
1980
The Time of Your Life
1976
The Diary
TV Shows (16)
American Classic
2026
Disclaimer
2024
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
2014
Bob's Burgers
2011
Bob's Burgers
2011
The Graham Norton Show
2007
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
The View
1997
The Daily Show
1996
Inside the Actors Studio
1994
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
Nature
1982
Wetten, dass..?
1981
Saturday Night Live
1975
Great Performances
1971