American Classic
2026 · TV Show
as Richard Bean
Kevin Kline
1947-10-24
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St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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.
Filmography
PERFUMANIA
2025 · Movie
as Perfumer
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
2025 · Movie
as The Mechanic
Disclaimer
2024 · TV Show
as Stephen Brigstocke
The Bob's Burgers Movie
2022 · Movie
as Calvin Fischoeder (voice)
Jamie Lee Curtis: Hollywood Call of Freedom
2022 · Movie
as Self (archive footage)
The Starling
2021 · Movie
as Dr. Larry Fine
The Good House
2021 · Movie
as Frank Getchell
Here Today
2021 · Movie
as Self
Dear Elizabeth
2021 · Movie
as Robert Lowell
Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
2020 · Movie
as Self
The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts
2019 · Movie
as Robert Mueller
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
2019 · Movie
as Self
Alan Pakula: Going for Truth
2019 · Movie
as Self
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
2019 · Movie
as Self
Nature: Yosemite
2017 · Movie
as 主演
Beauty and the Beast
2017 · Movie
as Maurice
Noël Coward's Present Laughter
2017 · Movie
as Garry Essendine
Dean
2016 · Movie
as Robert
Ricki and the Flash
2015 · Movie
as Pete Brummel
My Old Lady
2014 · Movie
as Mathias Gold
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
2014 · TV Show
as Self
Last Vegas
2013 · Movie
as Sam Harris
The Last of Robin Hood
2013 · Movie
as Errol Flynn
Oscar Etiquette
2012 · Movie
as Kevin Kline
Close Up
2012 · Movie
as Self (archive footage)
Darling Companion
2012 · Movie
as Joseph
No Strings Attached
2011 · Movie
as Alvin Franklin
The Conspirator
2011 · Movie
as Edwin Stanton
Olmsted and America's Urban Parks
2011 · Movie
as Frederick Law Olmsted
Bob's Burgers
2011 · TV Show
as Kevin Fischoeder (voice), Mr. Fischoeder (voice)
The Extra Man
2010 · Movie
as Henry Harrison
Still on the Road
2010 · Movie
as Self
Queen to Play
2009 · Movie
as Kröger
Definitely, Maybe
2008 · Movie
as Hampton Roth
Theater of War
2008 · Movie
as Self
Cyrano de Bergerac
2008 · Movie
as Cyrano de Bergerac
The Tale of Despereaux
2008 · Movie
as Chef Andre (voice)
The Last Ghost of War
2008 · Movie
as Narrator (voice)
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Cyrano de Bergerac
2008 · Movie
as Cyrano de Bergerac
Trade
2007 · Movie
as Ray Sheridan
Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm
2007 · Movie
as Self
The Graham Norton Show
2007 · TV Show
as Self
The Pink Panther
2006 · Movie
as Dreyfus
A Prairie Home Companion
2006 · Movie
as Guy Noir
As You Like It
2006 · Movie
as Jaques
The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America
2006 · Movie
as Narrator (voice)
The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays
2006 · Movie
as Hamlet (segment "Hamlet")
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Bringing Balanchine Back
2006 · Movie
as Self - Narrator(voice)
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood
2005 · Movie
as Kevin Kline
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005 · TV Show
as Self
De-Lovely
2004 · Movie
as Cole Porter
Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas
2004 · Movie
as Narrator (voice)
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The Shakespeare Sessions
2003 · Movie
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003 · TV Show
as Self
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
2002 · Movie
as Phoebus (voice)
The Emperor's Club
2002 · Movie
as William Hundert
Orange County
2002 · Movie
as Marcus Skinner (uncredited)
Character Building: Inside 'Life As a House'
2002 · Movie
as Self
Life as a House: From the Ground Up
2002 · Movie
as Self
Life as a House
2001 · Movie
as George Monroe
The Anniversary Party
2001 · Movie
as Cal Gold
The Road to El Dorado
2000 · Movie
as Tulio (voice)
A Midsummer Night's Dream
1999 · Movie
as Nick Bottom
Wild Wild West
1999 · Movie
as U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon / President Grant
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The Making of Silverado
1999 · Movie
as Self
The Big Chill: A Reunion
1999 · Movie
as Self
It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'
1999 · Movie
as Self
Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West
1999 · Movie
as Self
Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets
1999 · Movie
as Self
In & Out
1997 · Movie
as Howard Brackett
Fierce Creatures
1997 · Movie
as Vince McCain / Rod McCain
The Ice Storm
1997 · Movie
as Ben Hood
The View
1997 · TV Show
as Self
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
1996 · Movie
as Phoebus (voice)
Looking for Richard
1996 · Movie
as Self - Interviewee
The Daily Show
1996 · TV Show
as Self
French Kiss
1995 · Movie
as Luc Teyssier
Princess Caraboo
1994 · Movie
as Frixos
Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
1994 · Movie
as Self (archive footage)
Inside the Actors Studio
1994 · TV Show
as Self
Dave
1993 · Movie
as Dave Kovic / Bill Mitchell
The Nutcracker
1993 · Movie
as Narrator (voice)
Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration
1993 · Movie
as Self (segment "New Way to Walk")
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993 · TV Show
as Self - Guest
Chaplin
1992 · Movie
as Douglas Fairbanks
Consenting Adults
1992 · Movie
as Richard Parker
Soapdish
1991 · Movie
as Jeffrey Anderson
Grand Canyon
1991 · Movie
as Mack
Merlin and the Dragons
1991 · Movie
as Narrator (voice)
I Love You to Death
1990 · Movie
as Joey Boca
William Shakespeare's Hamlet
1990 · Movie
as Hamlet
The January Man
1989 · Movie
as Nick Starkey
A Fish Called Wanda
1988 · Movie
as Otto
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John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
1988 · Movie
as Self
Cry Freedom
1987 · Movie
as Donald Woods
The Grand Knockout Tournament
1987 · Movie
as Self
Violets Are Blue
1986 · Movie
as Henry Squires
Silverado
1985 · Movie
as Paden
The Big Chill
1983 · Movie
as Harold Cooper
The Pirates of Penzance
1983 · Movie
as The Pirate King
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'
1983 · Movie
Sophie's Choice
1982 · Movie
as Nathan Landau
Nature
1982 · TV Show
as Narrator (voice)
Wetten, dass..?
1981 · TV Show
as Self
The Pirates of Penzance
1980 · Movie
as The Pirate King
The Time of Your Life
1976 · Movie
as McCarthy
Saturday Night Live
1975 · TV Show
as Self - Host
Great Performances
1971 · TV Show
as Hamlet
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Film '72
1971 · TV Show
as Self
The Diary
· Movie
