
Kevin Anderson
ActingAbout Kevin Anderson
Kevin Anderson (born January 13, 1960) is an American theater, film and TV actor, as well as a singer and drummer. He is best known for his roles as Ben Woodward in Sleeping with the Enemy (1991), Robert G. Kennedy in Hoffa (1992), Bob Richmond in Rising Sun alongside Sean Connery and Wesley Snipes, Peter Lewis in A Thousand Acres (1997), Frank Gifford in Monday Night Mayhem (2002), Mr. Parable in Charlotte's Web (2006), and Father Ray in the ABC series Nothing Sacred (for which he was nominated for a Golden Globe for this role). He belongs to the Steppenwolf Theatre Company, which has also featured John Malkovich, Gary Sinise, and Laurie Metcalf. He has won a Theatre World Award and Joseph Jefferson Award for his performance in Lyle Kessler's play Orphans . In 1993, he created the role of Joe Gillis in the original London production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard opposite Patti LuPone who originated the role of Norma Desmond. Both Anderson and LuPone were subsequently fired from the production without warning, having been told that they would be reprising their roles in the original Broadway production of the show. Anderson won the 1999 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play and was nominated for a Tony Award for the revival of Death of a Salesman. In January 2008 he opened on Broadway in Come Back, Little Sheba. Since September 2009, he has started as Andy Dufresne in "Shawshank Redemption" at the Wyndhams Theatre in London.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kevin Anderson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kevin Anderson's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kevin Anderson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Firelight, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kevin Anderson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kevin Anderson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kevin Anderson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Starring Austin Pendleton | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Wilde Salomé | Self / John the Baptist | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Salomé | John the Baptist | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Father's Day | Father O'Flynn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Charlotte's Web | Mr. Arable | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Carry Me Home | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Power and Beauty | John F. Kennedy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Monday Night Mayhem | Frank Gifford | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ruby's Bucket of Blood | Billy Dupre | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | When Strangers Appear | Bryce | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Doe Boy | Hank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Gregory's Two Girls | Jon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Hunt for the Unicorn Killer | Ira Einhorn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Firelight | John Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Eye of God | Jack Stillings | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Thousand Acres | Peter Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Wrong Man | Alex Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Rising Sun | Bob Richmond | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Night We Never Met | Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Kurt Weill: Street Scene | Sam Kaplan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hoffa | Robert F. Kennedy | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Liebestraum | Nick Kaminsky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Sleeping with the Enemy | Ben Woodward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Orpheus Descending | Val Xavier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | In Country | Lonnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Miles from Home | Terry Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Orphans | Philip | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | A Walk on the Moon | Everett Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Pink Nights | Danny | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Risky Business | Chuck (as Kevin C. Anderson) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | The Change-Up Kid | Ernie Moore | Flop | Similar → |
Kevin Anderson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kevin Anderson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kevin Anderson is "Firelight" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Kevin Anderson acted in?
Kevin Anderson has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kevin Anderson?
Other notable films include "Starring Austin Pendleton", "Power and Beauty", and "Risky Business".




