Shawn Christian - Actor Profile

Shawn Christian

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
22Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 18, 1965
Birth Place: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

About Shawn Christian

Shawn Patrick Christian  (born December 18, 1965) is an American television and film actor. After graduating Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan in 1989, he moved to Chicago to pursue an acting career. He starred in numerous stage productions, and began appearing in commercials. He worked on stage with improvisational company Improv Olympic. In 1994, he was the first male spokesman on Star Search. He landed the role of Mike Kasnoff also in 1994 on As the World Turns. He starred on the show until 1997, moving to Los Angeles in the meantime. From 1998 through 1999 he also had a recurring role in The WB television series Charmed as Josh, the love interest of Piper Halliwell, played by Holly Marie Combs. He also landed the role of Johnny Durant on WB's Summerland. Although the show was a hit the first season, it failed to garner the same attention the second season. He acted with his stepdaughter, Taylor Cole. In February 2008 it was reported that he is cast as young doctor, and specialist Daniel Jonas on Days of our Lives. His first airdate was March 4, 2008. He married Deborah Quinn on May 18, 1996. Their son Kameron was born in June 2000. Description above from the Wikipedia article Shawn Christian, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shawn Christian reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of Shawn Christian's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shawn Christian remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ruby Herring Mysteries: Silent Witness, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shawn Christian Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shawn Christian's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shawn Christian.

Shawn Christian - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shawn Christian?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shawn Christian is "Ruby Herring Mysteries: Silent Witness" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Shawn Christian acted in?

Shawn Christian has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shawn Christian?

Other notable films include "Instakiller", "Savannah Sunrise", and "Love in the Sun".