Kevin Tighe
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Kevin Tighe (b. Jon Kevin Fishburn; August 13, 1944) is an American character actor primarily known for his roles on television. Tighe is best known for his role as Roy DeSoto, a senior paramedic, on the NBC series Emergency! (1972–77). He and Randolph Mantooth, his partner in the series, have remained close friends. In the 2000's he played Anthony Cooper the father of John Locke on the ABC series Lost. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kevin Tighe, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Kevin Tighe Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kevin Tighe reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 47 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kevin Tighe's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Kevin Tighe'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 Face of a Stranger, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kevin Tighe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kevin Tighe's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kevin Tighe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | One Battle After Another | Roy More | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hello | Donald | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | I Am I | Gene | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Mountain Runners | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | My Bloody Valentine | Ben Foley | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Today You Die | Max Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Life in Suitcases: A History of Tulse Luper | William Gottschalk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Deal | John Cortland | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Tulse Luper Suitcases: Antwerp | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 1: The Moab Story | William Gottschalk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Fast Food High | Dave Richter | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Nancy Drew | Coach Jeffries | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Sight | Jake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Big Day | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mumford | Mr. Crisp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Wetonkawa Flash | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Darwin Conspiracy | Allan Hollingsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Winchell | William Randolph Hearst | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Scorpion Spring | California County Sheriff Rawley Gill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Race the Sun | Jack Fryman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jade | D.A. Arnold Clifford | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Escape to Witch Mountain | Sheriff Bronson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Avenging Angel | Benjamin Rigby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Men of War | Colonel Merrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Double Cross | Brian Cody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Betrayal of Trust | Bill Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | What's Eating Gilbert Grape | Mr. Carver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Geronimo: An American Legend | Brig. Gen. Nelson Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | I Love a Man in Uniform | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Caught in the Act | Police Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Better Off Dead. | D.A. John Byron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | School Ties | Coach McDevitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Newsies | Snyder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Face of a Stranger | Richard Foster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | City of Hope | O'Brien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bright Angel | Billy Abbott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Defiant Daughter | Steven Elliott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. | Blake Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Road House | Frank Tilghman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lost Angels | Dr. Gaeyl | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | K-9 | Lyman | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Eight Men Out | Sport Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Matewan | Bill Hickey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Saint in Manhattan | Insp. John Fernack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Emergency! | Roy DeSoto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Narcotics: Pit of Despair | John Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Graduate | Carter (Showering Fraternity Brother) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Kevin Tighe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kevin Tighe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kevin Tighe is "Face of a Stranger" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kevin Tighe acted in?
Kevin Tighe has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kevin Tighe?
Other notable films include "The Wetonkawa Flash", "The Mountain Runners", and "Emergency!".