Christopher Walken
Born March 31, 1943 · Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Christopher Walken is an American actor born Ronald Walken on March 31, 1943. He has appeared in over 100 films and television programs, including Annie Hall, The Deer Hunter, A View to a Kill, Pulp Fiction, and Hairspray. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Deer Hunter.
4
Films reviewed
7.7
Avg. rating
Dune: Part Two
Best-reviewed
1979–2024
Years active
Biography
Christopher Walken (born Ronald Walken; March 31, 1943) is an American actor. He has appeared in more than 100 films and television programs, including Annie Hall (1977), The Deer Hunter (1978), The Dogs of War (1980), The Dead Zone (1983), A View to a Kill (1985), Batman Returns (1992), True Romance (1993), Pulp Fiction (1994), Antz (1998), Vendetta (1999), Sleepy Hollow (1999), Joe Dirt (2001), Catch Me If You Can (2002), Hairspray (2007), Seven Psychopaths (2012), the first three Prophecy films, The Jungle Book (2016), and Irreplaceable You (2018). He has received a number of awards and nominations, including the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for The Deer Hunter.
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Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“The public reaction to "Dune: Part Two" is divided. Reviewers praise its technical mastery and ability to surpass expectations, calling it a "technological masterpiece of blockbuster filmmaking". However, some critics find the story thin and stretched out, with long stretches that fail to engage audiences. Others enjoy the film's visuals and performances, particularly those of Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Dune: Part Two →
“The public reaction to the movie "Catch Me If You Can" is largely positive, with many praising Steven Spielberg's direction and the performances of Tom Hanks, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Matt Damon. The film has been described as entertaining and fun, with some reviewers noting its departure from typical Spielberg fare. Many critics also praise the film's clever trailer and the strong chemistry between the leads.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Catch Me If You Can →
Selected Filmography
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 3 epsas Self - Guest
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Late Show with David Letterman(1993)TV Series · 5 epsas Self - Guest
- Conan(2010)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Saturday Night Live(1975)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Cameo (uncredited)
- Severance(2022)TV Series · 19 epsas Burt Goodman
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark(1988)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- Pulp Fiction(1994)as Captain Koons
- 30 Rock(2006)TV Series · 1 epas Christopher Walken (voice)
- Golden Globe Awards(1944)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Presenter
- Hawaii Five-O(1968)TV Series · 1 epas Walt Kramer
- Tony Awards(1956)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Nominee
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno(1992)TV Series · 1 ep
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien(1993)TV Series · 8 epsas Self - Guest
- American Playhouse(1982)TV Series · 1 epas Harry Nash
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Film '72(1971)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Night with David Letterman(1982)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Naked City(1958)TV Series · 1 epas Brain Trust (uncredited)