Person Details
Birthday:
Aliases: Kevin Delaney Kline
Gender: Male
Place of birth: St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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Movie Involvements: 46
TV Involvements: 3
Most Famous Work
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.
Most Famous Work
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
(2025) The MechanicNature
(1982) Narrator (voice)Beauty and the Beast
(2017) MauriceDisclaimer
(2024) Stephen BrigstockeThe Hunchback of Notre Dame
(1996) Phoebus (voice)The Ice Storm
(1997) Ben HoodThe Conspirator
(2011) Edwin StantonThe Tale of Despereaux
(2008) Chef Andre (voice)Acting
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Mechanic | |
| Perfumer | ||
| 2024 | Stephen Brigstocke | |
| 2022 | Calvin Fischoeder (voice) | |
| 2021 | Dr. Larry Fine | |
| Frank Getchell | ||
| Robert Lowell | ||
| Self | ||
| 2020 | Self | |
| 2019 | Self | |
| Self | ||
| Self | ||
| Robert Mueller | ||
| 2017 | Garry Essendine | |
| 主演 | ||
| Maurice | ||
| 2016 | Robert | |
| 2015 | Pete Brummel | |
| 2014 | Mathias Gold | |
| 2013 | Sam Harris | |
| Errol Flynn | ||
| 2012 | Self (archive footage) | |
| Joseph | ||
| Kevin Kline | ||
| 2011 | Frederick Law Olmsted | |
| Edwin Stanton | ||
| Alvin Franklin | ||
| Kevin Fischoeder (voice) | ||
| Mr. Fischoeder (voice) | ||
| 2010 | Henry Harrison | |
| Self | ||
| 2009 | Kröger | |
| 2008 | Cyrano de Bergerac | |
| Chef Andre (voice) | ||
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| Self | ||
| Hampton Roth | ||
| 2007 | Self | |
| Ray Sheridan | ||
| 2006 | Jaques | |
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| Guy Noir | ||
| Hamlet (segment "Hamlet") | ||
| Dreyfus | ||
| 2005 | Kevin Kline | |
| Self | ||
| 2004 | Cole Porter | |
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| 2003 | Self | |
| N/A | ||
| 2002 | William Hundert | |
| Phoebus (voice) | ||
| Marcus Skinner (uncredited) | ||
| 2001 | George Monroe | |
| Cal Gold | ||
| 2000 | Tulio (voice) | |
| 1999 | Self | |
| Self | ||
| Self | ||
| U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon / President Grant | ||
| Self | ||
| Nick Bottom | ||
| Self | ||
| 1997 | Ben Hood | |
| Howard Brackett | ||
| Self | ||
| Vince McCain / Rod McCain | ||
| 1996 | Self - Interviewee | |
| Self | ||
| Phoebus (voice) | ||
| 1995 | Luc Teyssier | |
| 1994 | Frixos | |
| Self | ||
| Self (archive footage) | ||
| 1993 | Narrator (voice) | |
| Self - Guest | ||
| Dave Kovic / Bill Mitchell | ||
| 1992 | Douglas Fairbanks | |
| Richard Parker | ||
| 1991 | Mack | |
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| Jeffrey Anderson | ||
| 1990 | Hamlet | |
| Joey Boca | ||
| 1989 | Nick Starkey | |
| 1988 | Otto | |
| Self | ||
| 1987 | Donald Woods | |
| Self | ||
| 1986 | Henry Squires | |
| 1985 | Paden | |
| 1983 | N/A | |
| Harold Cooper | ||
| The Pirate King | ||
| 1982 | Nathan Landau | |
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| 1981 | Self | |
| 1980 | The Pirate King | |
| 1976 | McCarthy | |
| 1975 | Self - Host | |
| 1971 | Hamlet | |
| N/A | ||
| Richard Bean | ||
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
Directing
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Director | |
| Stage Director | ||
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Production
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Producer | ||
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |