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Chris Klein, actor
Actor

Chris Klein: Movies & Box Office

films
12
on screen
1999–2026
box office
$274M
average score
31
Born
March 14, 1979 (age 47)
Birthplace
Hinsdale, Illinois, United States
Full name
Frederick Christopher Klein
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Actor
Years active
1999-present
Spouses
Laina Rose Thyfault
Children
2
Career at a glance

Chris Klein's Career in Numbers

Chris Klein's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Chris Klein works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from American Pie (1999) to Bad Counselors (2026), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.

Chris Klein Movies by Decade

  1. 1990s 1
  2. 2000s 5
  3. 2010s 4
  4. 2020s 2

The 2000s were Chris Klein's busiest decade, with 5 films.

Chris Klein Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 6
  • Horror 1
  • Tv movie 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Drama 1
  • Romance 1
  • Action 1

Comedy is the genre Chris Klein has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of horror (1).

Chris Klein Career Milestones

First film
American Pie 1999
Biggest box office hit
American Pie $235M worldwide
Best-rated film
Fear Street: Prom Queen Movie Echo Score 36
Newest film
Bad Counselors 2026
12 credits

Chris Klein Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Chris Klein is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 31. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Chris Klein?

Chris Klein was born in Hinsdale, Illinois, United States in 1979 and is 47 years old. Credited on films since 1999, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Chris Klein is an American actor who gained prominence from his roles in American dramatic and comedic films. He was born on March 14, 1979, and his career in the film industry has spanned many years. He is best known for his role as Paul Metzler in the 1999 satirical comedy film Election, and as Chris 'Oz' Ostreicher in the American Pie comedy series, which has endowed him with massive recognition. His captivating acting skills and the ability to portray diverse and compelling characters are impressive and have contributed significantly to his success in the film industry. Klein stands out for his exceptional expertise in evoking emotion through his roles, underpinning his effectiveness as an actor. It is evident that Klein's work has greatly enriched the American film scene, contributing to its diversity and broad appeal. In addition to his work in film, Klein has also starred in several successful television series and theatre productions, thereby highlighting his versatile acting abilities. Klein is known to be a hardworking and dedicated actor with a passion for his craft. This passion, coupled with his talent, has positioned him as one of the most prominent figures in the American film industry.

FAQ

Chris Klein: Questions & Answers

How many movies Chris Klein has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Chris Klein been in?

Chris Klein is credited on 12 films, from 1999 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Chris Klein's highest-grossing movie?

American Pie (1999) is Chris Klein's biggest box office hit, with $235M worldwide, ahead of Rollerball (2002) ($25.9M). Across every film with box office figures, Chris Klein's movies have made $274M.

Chris Klein's biggest hits

What is the best Chris Klein movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Chris Klein's best-rated film is Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025) with a score of 36, followed by Benchwarmers 2: Breaking Balls (2019) (32).

Best Chris Klein movies, ranked

How old is Chris Klein?

Chris Klein is 47 years old, born on March 14, 1979 in Hinsdale, Illinois, United States.

What is Chris Klein's newest movie?

The most recent film on Chris Klein's filmography is Bad Counselors (2026), in the role of Tom.

The Best Chris Klein Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 12 credits.

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