Kris Van Damme
ActingAbout Kris Van Damme
Kristopher van Varenberg (aka "Kris Van Damme") is the first son of martial arts/action superstar, Belgian-born actor Jean-Claude Van Damme with fitness expert/actress Gladys Portugues. Kristopher has a younger sister, Bianca Brigitte Van Damme and another brother with Van Damme's ex-wife Darcy LaPier, named Nicolas. Kristopher first faced the camera in Universal Soldier (1992) as Young Luc Deveraux followed by Le grand tournoi (1996) -first film directed by Van Damme, in which he portrayed the character of Young Chris. He got his first acting role in Point d'impact (2002) then resumed his acting career in Universal Soldier: Régénération (2009) and The Eagle Path (2010) -directed by Jean-Claude Van Damme. In an exclusive interview with Kristopher by the Int'l JCVD Forum, he said that he also has passion for writing and directing besides his career as an actor. He was credited as a writer for the first time in Van Damme's martial arts epic movie known as The Tower (2010).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kris Van Damme reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Kris Van Damme's filmography leans towards the Action 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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kris Van Damme remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Full Love, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kris Van Damme Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kris Van Damme's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kris Van Damme.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Darkness of Man | Igor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Black Water | Kagan | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Kill 'em All | Dusan | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Enemies Closer | Francois | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Welcome to the Jungle | Brett (as Kristopher Van Varenberg) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning | Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | 6 Bullets | Selwyn Gaul | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Philly Kid | Chase (as Kristopher Van Varenberg) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dragon Eyes | Sgt. Feldman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Assassination Games | Schell | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Full Love | Oren | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Universal Soldier: Regeneration | Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Derailed | Ethan Kristoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Quest | Young Chris | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Universal Soldier | Young Luc | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | The Farmer | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kris Van Damme - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kris Van Damme?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kris Van Damme is "Full Love" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Kris Van Damme acted in?
Kris Van Damme has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kris Van Damme?
Other notable films include "Assassination Games", "6 Bullets", and "Universal Soldier".