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
The Best Chris Klein Movies
The films of Chris Klein that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: American Pie (1999) leads with $235M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $235M American Pie 1999 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $25.9M Rollerball 2002 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $12.3M Say It Isn't So 2001 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $438K Damaged 2014 · Tv movie -
Worldwide box office: $11.9K Caught in the Crossfire 2010 · Adventure -
Worldwide box office: $2.51K New York City Serenade 2007 · Drama
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
- 1990s 1
- 2000s 5
- 2010s 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
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.
- 2026
Bad Counselors as Tom · Comedy - 2025
Fear Street: Prom Queen as Dan Falconer · Horror Movie Echo Score: 36 - 2019
Benchwarmers 2: Breaking Balls as Ben McGrath · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 32 - 2018
The Competition as Calvin Chesney · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 25 - 2014
Damaged as Sam Luck · Tv movie Worldwide box office: $438K - 2010
Caught in the Crossfire as Briggs · Adventure Worldwide box office: $11.9K - 2009
The Six Wives of Henry Lefay as Stevie · Comedy - 2007
New York City Serenade as Ray · Drama Worldwide box office: $2.51K - 2007
The Valley of Light as Noah · Romance - 2002
Rollerball Action Worldwide box office: $25.9M - 2001
Say It Isn't So Comedy Worldwide box office: $12.3M - 1999
American Pie Comedy Worldwide box office: $235M
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.
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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