Kristen Johnston - Actor Profile

Kristen Johnston

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
29Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 20, 1967
Birth Place: Washington, District of Columbia, USA

About Kristen Johnston

Kristen Johnston studied acting at the Atlantic Theater Company Acting School in New York City. She won two Emmys for her role on 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996). She has appeared on many other television shows, including Ugly Betty (2006), ER (1994), Bored to Death (2009) and, perhaps most memorably, as the party girl whose famous final words were "I'm so bored I could die" on Sex and the City (1998). She's currently, on television, on TV Land's hit series, The Exes (2011), which is now in its fourth season. Just a few of Johnston's many stage credits are "So Help Me God!" (Drama desk nomination), "The Women", "Aunt Dan & Lemon", "Love Song" on the West End, as well as starring in three "Shakespeare in Central Park" productions, "Much Ado About Nothing", "12th Night", and "The Skin of our Teeth". She is a long-time member of The Atlantic Theater Company, and her roles over the years have included "The Lights" (Drama Desk Nomination) and "Scarcity". Kristen's film credits include Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), the 2nd Austin Powers film (as "Ivana Humpalot"), Finding Bliss (2009), Bad Parents (2012), Bride Wars (2009), L!fe Happens (2011), Vamps (2012), Strangers with Candy (2005), and the upcoming independent film, Lovesick (2014), with Matt LeBlanc. Johnston teaches acting at The Atlantic Theater Company's Acting School at NYU. She founded an organization called SLAM, whose goal is the creation of a desperately needed sober high school in New York City. Johnston's first book was a New York Times Bestselling memoir, entitled "GUTS: the endless follies and tiny triumphs of a giant disaster".

Kristen Johnston Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Kristen Johnston reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 7% of Kristen Johnston'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 Ice Age, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kristen Johnston Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kristen Johnston's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kristen Johnston has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Maddie's Secret Beverlee Ralph Flop Similar →
2024 The Little Pageant That Could Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2020 Small Town Wisconsin Alicia Average Similar →
2019 The Wedding Year Barbara Average Similar →
2018 Swiped Professor Barnes Flop Similar →
2018 Hurricane Bianca: From Russia with Hate Roksana Flop Similar →
2018 For the Love of George Psychic Sara Flop Similar →
2017 Thrill Ride Esmerelda Flop Similar →
2014 Lovesick Katherine Flop Similar →
2012 Bad Parents Tracy Flop Similar →
2012 Vamps Mrs. Van Helsing Flop Similar →
2011 L!fe Happens Francesca Flop Similar →
2009 Finding Bliss Irene Fox Flop Similar →
2009 Bride Wars Deb Average Similar →
2008 Duane Incarnate Fran Flop Similar →
2007 Music and Lyrics Rhonda Average Similar →
2006 Strangers with Candy Coach Divers Average Similar →
2004 Nobody Knows Anything! Miranda Flop Similar →
2002 Austin Powers in Goldmember Dancer Average Similar →
2002 The Women Sylvia Fowler Flop Similar →
2002 Ice Age Sylvia (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2000 Beaver Trilogy - Hit Similar →
2000 The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas Wilma Slaghoople Flop Similar →
1999 Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me Ivana Humpalot Average Similar →
1997 Colin Fitz Stalker Fan Flop Similar →
1996 London Suite Grace Chapman Flop Similar →
1995 Backfire! Kate Flop Similar →
1993 The Debt Alice Kosnick Average Similar →
1985 The Orkly Kid - Average Similar →

Kristen Johnston - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kristen Johnston?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kristen Johnston is "Ice Age" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Kristen Johnston acted in?

Kristen Johnston has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kristen Johnston?

Other notable films include "Beaver Trilogy", "Music and Lyrics", and "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me".

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