Chris Colfer
ActingAbout Chris Colfer
Christopher Paul Colfer (born May 27, 1990) is an American actor, singer, and author. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee (2009–2015). Colfer's portrayal of Kurt received critical praise for which he has been the recipient of several awards, including Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards, and three consecutive People's Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor in 2013, 2014, and 2015. Colfer wrote, starred in, produced, and novelized his first film, Struck by Lightning, which debuted at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. He also wrote The New York Times bestselling The Land of Stories series of YA books, starting with The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell. As of September 2021, he has published eighteen books.
Chris Colfer Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Chris Colfer reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Chris Colfer's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Chris Colfer's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains True Colors: LGBTQ+ Our Stories, Our Songs, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Chris Colfer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chris Colfer's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Chris Colfer has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Restoration at Grayson Manor | Boyd Grayson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | True Colors: LGBTQ+ Our Stories, Our Songs | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie | Christopher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Struck by Lightning | Carson Phillips | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Glee: Keep on Believin' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | 8 | Ryan Kendall | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Glee: The Concert Movie | Kurt Hummel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Glee Encore | Kurt Hummel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Marmaduke | Drama Dog #2 (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Russel Fish: The Sausage and Eggs Incident | Russel Fish | Flop | Similar → |
Chris Colfer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chris Colfer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris Colfer is "True Colors: LGBTQ+ Our Stories, Our Songs" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Chris Colfer acted in?
Chris Colfer has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chris Colfer?
Other notable films include "Glee: Keep on Believin'", "Glee Encore", and "Glee: The Concert Movie".