Chris O'Donnell
ActingAbout Chris O'Donnell
Chris O' Donnell (born June 26, 1970) is an American actor. He is the youngest child in his family with four sisters and two brothers. He first started modeling at the age of thirteen and continued until the age of sixteen, when he appeared in commercials. When he was seventeen, he was preparing to stop acting and modeling, but was asked to audition for what would be his first film, Men Don't Leave (1990). He didn't want to go to the audition, but his mother bribed him by saying she would buy him a new car if he went and he duly got the role. Ever since that moment in his life, Chris has appeared in some major motion pictures including Fried Green Tomatoes (1991), Scent of a Woman (1992), Mad Love (1995), Vertical Limit (2000) and Kinsey (2004).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chris O'Donnell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Chris O'Donnell's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chris O'Donnell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in NCISverse: The First 1,000, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Chris O'Donnell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chris O'Donnell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chris O'Donnell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NCISverse: The First 1,000 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | WWII in HD: The Air War | John Gibbons (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore | Shane | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | A Little Help | Bob | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Max Payne | Jason Colvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Kit Kittredge: An American Girl | Mr. Kittredge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Sisters | David Turzin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kinsey | Wardell Pomeroy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | 29 Palms | The Hitman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes | Robin (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Vertical Limit | Peter Garrett | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Bachelor | Jimmie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cookie's Fortune | Jason Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Moments of Discovery: The Making of Fried Green Tomatoes | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Batman & Robin | Dick Grayson / Robin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | In Love and War | Ernest 'Ernie' Hemingway | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Chamber | Adam Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Batman Forever | Dick Grayson / Robin | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Riddle Me This: Why Is Batman Forever? | Self - Host / Robin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mad Love | Matt Leland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Circle of Friends | Jack Foley | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blue Sky | Glenn Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Three Musketeers | D'Artagnan | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Scent of a Woman | Charlie Simms | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | School Ties | Chris Reece | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Fried Green Tomatoes | Buddy Threadgoode | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Men Don't Leave | Chris Macauley | Average | Similar → |
Chris O'Donnell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chris O'Donnell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris O'Donnell is "NCISverse: The First 1,000" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Chris O'Donnell acted in?
Chris O'Donnell has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chris O'Donnell?
Other notable films include "WWII in HD: The Air War", "Scent of a Woman", and "Fried Green Tomatoes".