Christopher Meloni
ActingAbout Christopher Meloni
Christopher Peter Meloni (born April 2, 1961) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as NYPD Detective Elliot Stabler on the NBC police drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit until 2013, and later reprising the role (as a series regular) on the 2021 spinoff series, Law & Order: Organized Crime. Meloni was nominated for the 2006 Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Elliot Stabler. He played criminal Jimmy Liery in eight episodes of NYPD Blue during 1996-1997. He also played inmate Chris Keller on the HBO prison drama Oz. In June 2012, he returned to HBO as the vampire Roman on the main cast of True Blood for the series' fifth season. Meloni also starred in and executive-produced the Syfy series Happy! from 2017 to 2019. He then appeared on the third season of The Handmaid's Tale as Commander Winslow in 2019. He has appeared in a number of films to include Wet Hot American Summer, 12 Monkeys, Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas, Runaway Bride, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, Man of Steel, and 42.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Christopher Meloni reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Christopher Meloni's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Christopher Meloni remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Christopher Meloni Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Christopher Meloni's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Christopher Meloni.
Christopher Meloni - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Christopher Meloni?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Christopher Meloni is "The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU" with a rating of 9.7/10.
How many movies has Christopher Meloni acted in?
Christopher Meloni has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Christopher Meloni?
Other notable films include "Showing Up", "My Dog: An Unconditional Love Story", and "Twelve Monkeys".