
Kathy Kinney
ActingAbout Kathy Kinney
Kathy Kinney is an American actress and comedian. She gained considerable popularity in the late 1990s for playing Mimi Bobeck, the outrageously made-up, flamboyantly vulgar, and vindictive nemesis of Drew Carey on the sitcom The Drew Carey Show.
Kathy Kinney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathy Kinney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kathy Kinney's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Kathy Kinney'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 A Scooby-Doo! Christmas, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathy Kinney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathy Kinney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathy Kinney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Little Pageant That Could | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Love Letter to Tom Waits: The Life of Chris Roberts-Antieau | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Patriot Act | Herself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Lenny The Wonder Dog | Lisa Lathers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | A Scooby-Doo! Christmas | Sheriff Ellen Perkins (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Drew Carey's Improv All Stars | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Lost in the Pershing Point Hotel | Red Neck Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Behind the Seams | Freddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Mr. Jones | Homeless Lady | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | This Boy's Life | Marian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Linguini Incident | Denise | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Arachnophobia | Blaire Kendall | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Stanley & Iris | Bernice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Three Fugitives | Receptionist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Scrooged | IBC Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Promised a Miracle | Cindy Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Inherit the Wind | Woman at Depot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Parting Glances | Joan | Hit | Similar → |
Kathy Kinney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathy Kinney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathy Kinney is "A Scooby-Doo! Christmas" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Kathy Kinney acted in?
Kathy Kinney has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathy Kinney?
Other notable films include "Inherit the Wind", "This Boy's Life", and "Scrooged".




