What is Ken Chapin's latest movie?

Ken Chapin's most recent film is "The Manhattan Project" (1986).

Is Ken Chapin a good actor?

Ken Chapin has an average audience rating of 6.8/10 across 6 films on movieMx, with standout performances in The Purple Rose of Cairo, Zelig, Stardust Memories.

Ken Chapin

Q: What is the best movie of Ken Chapin?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Ken Chapin is "The Purple Rose of Cairo" with a rating of 7.4/10.

Q: How many movies has Ken Chapin acted in?

Ken Chapin has been featured in at least 6 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: Apr 18, 2026

6Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 14, 1929

Ken Chapin Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ken Chapin reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ken Chapin's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Ken Chapin'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 The Purple Rose of Cairo, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Ken Chapin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Chapin's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) movie poster

★7.4

The Purple Rose of Cairo: Cecilia is a waitress in New Jersey, living a dreary life during the Great Depression. Her only escape from her mundane

The Purple Rose of Cairo

1985•Fantasy

★7.4

★7.4

Zelig: Fictional documentary about the life of human chameleon Leonard Zelig, a man who becomes a celebrity in the 1920s due to

Zelig

1983•Comedy

★6.9

★6.9

Stardust Memories: While attending a retrospect of his work, a filmmaker recalls his life and his loves: the inspirations for his films.

Stardust Memories

1980•Comedy

★6.7

★6.7

An Unmarried Woman: A wealthy woman from Manhattan's Upper East Side struggles to deal with her new identity and her sexuality after her hus

An Unmarried Woman

1978•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Something Wild: A young rape victim tries desperately to pick up the pieces of her life, only to find herself at the mercy of a would-be

Something Wild

1961•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Ken Chapin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1986	The Manhattan Project	Command	Average	Similar →
1985	The Purple Rose of Cairo	Reporter	Hit	Similar →
1983	Zelig	On-Camera Interviewer	Hit	Similar →
1980	Stardust Memories	Sandy's Father	Hit	Similar →
1978	An Unmarried Woman	Man at Bar	Hit	Similar →
1961	Something Wild	Policeman	Average	Similar →

Ken Chapin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Chapin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Chapin is "The Purple Rose of Cairo" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Ken Chapin acted in?

Ken Chapin has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Chapin?

Other notable films include "Zelig", "Stardust Memories", and "An Unmarried Woman".