
Chris Eigeman
ActingAbout Chris Eigeman
Chris Eigeman (born March 1, 1965) is an American actor best known for roles in the Whit Stillman films Metropolitan, Barcelona, and The Last Days of Disco. He usually plays quick-witted, articulate characters, who speak with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Eigeman also appeared in the films Kicking and Screaming, Crazy Little Thing (aka The Perfect You), Mr. Jealousy, Maid in Manhattan in 2002 as John Bextrum, Highball, The Treatment (2006) and the TV series It's Like, You Know..., Gilmore Girls (as Jason Stiles), Malcolm in the Middle, Homicide: Life on the Street, and Fringe. In 1992 he filmed a pilot for an American version of the British cult sci-fi television show Red Dwarf playing the part of Arnold Rimmer, but the show was not picked up as a series. During the mid-1990s he appeared in a series of television advertisements for Pacific Bell that highlighted his sarcastic, straight ahead delivery. In these spots, Eigeman always appeared in dark suit and tie, regardless of the situation. He wrote and directed the film Turn the River. Description above from the Wikipedia article Chris Eigeman, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Chris Eigeman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Chris Eigeman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Chris Eigeman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Chris Eigeman'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 Metropolitan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Chris Eigeman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chris Eigeman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Chris Eigeman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Please Baby Please | Arthur's Father (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Arbitrage | Gavin Briar | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Turn the River | Mike Simms | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Treatment | Jake Singer | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Clipping Adam | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Path to War | Bill Moyers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Maid in Manhattan | John Bextrum | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Highball | Fletcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Perfect You | Jimmy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Next Big Thing | Gus Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Mr. Jealousy | Dashiell Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Last Days of Disco | Des | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Next Step | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Kicking and Screaming | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Barcelona | Fred Boynton | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Metropolitan | Nick Smith | Hit | Similar → |
Chris Eigeman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chris Eigeman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris Eigeman is "Metropolitan" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Chris Eigeman acted in?
Chris Eigeman has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chris Eigeman?
Other notable films include "Path to War", "The Last Days of Disco", and "Arbitrage".




