Kenny Endoso - Actor Profile

Kenny Endoso

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Updated: Apr 20, 2026
22Total Films
7.9 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 22, 1940
Birth Place: Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii, USA

About Kenny Endoso

Kenny Endoso (July 22, 1940 - August 10, 2010) was a stuntman, stunt actor, and second unit director. He grew up in a small town on the island of Hawaii. Kenny first started performing stunts in films in 1967 and also appeared in acting roles in a handful of movies and TV shows in which he was often cast as a bad guy. In addition, he not only was an avid golfer and a lover of classic cars (his favorite automobile was a red 1967 convertible Camaro), but also coached his son's baseball team and participated in Indian Princess/Charity League activities with his two daughters. He died at age 70 following a six year battle with cancer on August 10, 2010 in Burbank, California.

Kenny Endoso Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Kenny Endoso reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 23% of Kenny Endoso'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 Heat, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kenny Endoso Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kenny Endoso's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kenny Endoso has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2000 Charlie's Angels Getaway Driver Average Similar →
1999 Blue Streak Clerk Hit Similar →
1996 Lawnmower Man 2: Beyond Cyberspace Train Conductor Flop Similar →
1995 Heat Bartender Super Hit Similar →
1995 Devil in a Blue Dress Manny Hit Similar →
1995 Virtuosity Sushi Chef (uncredited) Average Similar →
1994 A Low Down Dirty Shame Bodyguard (uncredited) Average Similar →
1994 The Getaway Sheriff's Van Driver Average Similar →
1992 Rapid Fire Tau Gunman at Party (uncredited) Average Similar →
1992 Kuffs Yakawia, Japanese Businessman Average Similar →
1991 Showdown in Little Tokyo Yoshida's Man (uncredited) Average Similar →
1991 The Perfect Weapon Wo Sam Guard Average Similar →
1990 K-9000 Zeiss Man Flop Similar →
1990 Hard to Kill Vernon Trent Man (uncredited) Average Similar →
1987 No Man's Land Leon Average Similar →
1986 Big Trouble in Little China Chang Sing #3 Hit Similar →
1983 Girls of the White Orchid Hatanama Aide #2 Flop Similar →
1980 Herbie Goes Bananas Mexican Policeman Flop Similar →
1979 Buck Rogers in the 25th Century Draconian Guard Average Similar →
1974 Earthquake Bar Cook (uncredited) Average Similar →
1974 Blazing Saddles Indian (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1969 The Great Bank Robbery Chinese Laundryman Average Similar →

Kenny Endoso - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kenny Endoso?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kenny Endoso is "Heat" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Kenny Endoso acted in?

Kenny Endoso has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kenny Endoso?

Other notable films include "Blazing Saddles", "Big Trouble in Little China", and "Blue Streak".

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