Kevin Spacey

Born:26. julij 1959

Place of Birth:South Orange, New Jersey, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Kevin Spacey Fowler KBE, born on July 26, 1959, is a versatile American actor, producer, and singer whose career has spanned over four decades. Beginning as a stage actor in the 1980s, Spacey quickly transitioned into film and television, showcasing his talent in a variety of genres. His early roles in films such as "The Usual Suspects" and "American Beauty" solidified his reputation as a skilled and acclaimed actor in the 1990s.

Beyond his success on the big screen, Spacey also made a significant impact in Broadway theatre, earning a Tony Award for his performance in "Lost in Yonkers" in 1991. His dedication to the craft led to a second Tony Award nomination for his role in "The Iceman Cometh" in 1999. Additionally, he served as the artistic director of the Old Vic theatre in London, demonstrating his commitment to the arts both on and off the stage.

One of Spacey's most notable roles was as Frank Underwood in the Netflix series "House of Cards," where he portrayed a cunning and manipulative politician with depth and complexity. His portrayal earned him critical acclaim, including a Golden Globe Award and multiple Emmy nominations, showcasing his ability to command the screen with charisma and intensity.

Despite his professional success, Spacey faced controversy in 2017 when allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced, leading to his removal from projects and the reshooting of scenes in films. The aftermath of these allegations had a significant impact on his career, causing a shift in his public perception and professional opportunities.

Throughout his career, Spacey has shown a remarkable range in his acting abilities, seamlessly transitioning between genres and characters with ease. From intense dramas like "L.A. Confidential" to lighter fare such as "Superman Returns," he has proven his versatility and talent time and time again.

While his legacy may be tarnished by the events of recent years, Kevin Spacey's contributions to the entertainment industry remain a testament to his skill and dedication as an actor. His body of work serves as a reminder of his talent and the impact he has had on audiences worldwide, leaving behind a complex and multifaceted legacy in the world of film and theatre.

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Se7en

John Doe

1995

Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the "seven deadly sins" in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer's mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.

A Bug's Life

Hopper (voice)

1998

On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.

Margin Call

Sam Rogers

2011

A thriller that revolves around the key people at an investment bank over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the financial crisis.

Baby Driver

Doc

2017

After being coerced into working for a crime boss, a young getaway driver finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail.

The Usual Suspects

Verbal

1995

Held in an L.A. interrogation room, Verbal Kint attempts to convince the feds that a mythic crime lord, Keyser Soze, not only exists, but was also responsible for drawing him and his four partners into a multi-million dollar heist that ended with an explosion in San Pedro harbor – leaving few survivors. Verbal lures his interrogators with an incredible story of the crime lord's almost supernatural prowess.

21 Micky Rosa

2008

Ben Campbell is a young, highly intelligent student at M.I.T. who strives to succeed. Wanting a scholarship to transfer to Harvard School of Medicine to become a doctor, Ben learns that he cannot afford the $300,000 tuition as he comes from a poor, working-class background. But one evening, Ben is introduced by his unorthodox math professor to a small but secretive club of five students, Jill, Choi, Kianna, and Fisher, who are being trained by Professor Rosa to count cards at blackjack.

Austin Powers in Goldmember

Kevin Spacey / Famous Dr. Evil ('Austinpussy')

2002

The world's most shagadelic spy continues his fight against Dr. Evil. This time, the diabolical doctor and his clone, Mini-Me, team up with a new foe—'70s kingpin Goldmember. While pursuing the team of villains to stop them from world domination, Austin gets help from his dad and an old girlfriend.

The Negotiator

Lt. Chris Sabian

1998

The police try to arrest expert hostage negotiator Danny Roman, who insists he's being framed for his partner's murder in what he believes is an elaborate conspiracy. Thinking there's evidence in the Internal Affairs offices that might clear him, he takes everyone in the office hostage and demands that another well-known negotiator be brought in to handle the situation and secretly investigate the conspiracy.

Horrible Bosses

Dave Harken

2011

For Nick, Kurt and Dale, the only thing that would make the daily grind more tolerable would be to grind their intolerable bosses into dust. Quitting is not an option, so, with the benefit of a few-too-many drinks and some dubious advice from a hustling ex-con, the three friends devise a convoluted and seemingly foolproof plan to rid themselves of their respective employers... permanently.

Superman Returns

Lex Luthor

2006

Superman returns to discover his 5-year absence has allowed Lex Luthor to walk free, and that those he was closest to felt abandoned and have moved on. Luthor plots his ultimate revenge that could see millions killed and change the face of the planet forever, as well as ridding himself of the Man of Steel.

Horrible Bosses 2

Dave Harken

2014

Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don't go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme.

A Time to Kill

Rufus Buckley

1996

A young lawyer defends a black man accused of murdering two white men who raped his 10-year-old daughter, sparking a rebirth of the KKK.

Outbreak

Casey Schuler

1995

A deadly airborne virus finds its way into the USA and starts killing off people at an epidemic rate. Col. Sam Daniels' job is to stop the virus spreading from a small town, which must be quarantined, and to prevent an over reaction by the White House.

Fred Claus

Clyde Archibald Northcutt

2007

Fred Claus and Santa Claus have been estranged brothers for many years. Now Fred must reconcile his differences with his brother whom he believes overshadows him. When an efficiency expert assesses the workings at the North Pole and threatens to shut Santa down, Fred must help his brother to save Christmas.

L.A. Confidential

Jack Vincennes

1997

Three detectives in the corrupt and brutal L.A. police force of the 1950s use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind the shotgun slayings of the patrons at an all-night diner.

Glengarry Glen Ross

John Williamson

1992

When an office full of real estate salesmen is given the news that all but the top two will be fired at the end of the week, the atmosphere begins to heat up. Shelley Levene, who has a sick daughter, does everything in his power to get better leads from his boss, John Williamson, but to no avail. When his coworker Dave Moss comes up with a plan to steal the leads, things get complicated for the tough-talking salesmen.

Moon

GERTY (voice)

2009

With only three weeks left in his three-year contract, Sam Bell is getting anxious to finally return to Earth. He is the only occupant of a Moon-based manufacturing facility along with his computer and assistant, GERTY. When he has an accident however, he awakens to find that he is not alone.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

James Williams

1997

A visiting city reporter's assignment suddenly revolves around the murder trial of a local millionaire, whom he befriends.

K-PAX

Prot

2001

Prot is a patient at a mental hospital who claims to be from a far away planet. His psychiatrist tries to help him, only to begin to doubt his own explanations.

Pay It Forward

Eugene Simonet

2000

Like some other kids, 12-year-old Trevor McKinney believed in the goodness of human nature. Like many other kids, he was determined to change the world for the better. Unlike most other kids, he succeeded.

Working Girl

Bob Speck

1988

Tess McGill is an ambitious secretary with a unique approach for climbing the ladder to success. When her classy, but villainous boss breaks a leg skiing, Tess takes over her office, her apartment and even her wardrobe. She creates a deal with a handsome investment banker that will either take her to the top, or finish her off for good.

Billionaire Boys Club

Ron Levin

2018

A group of wealthy boys in Los Angeles during the early 1980s establishes a get rich quick scam that turns deadly.

The Life of David Gale

David Gale

2003

A man against capital punishment is accused of murdering a fellow activist and is sent to death row.

Rebel in the Rye

Whit Burnett

2017

The life of celebrated but reclusive author J.D. Salinger, who gained worldwide fame with the publication of his novel The Catcher in the Rye.

See No Evil, Hear No Evil

Kirgo

1989

A murder takes place in the shop of David Lyons, a deaf man who fails to hear the gunshot being fired. Outside, blind man Wally Karue hears the shot but cannot see the perpetrator. Both are arrested, but escape to form an unlikely partnership. Being chased by both the law AND the original killers, can the pair work together to outwit them all?

Nine Lives

Tom Brand

2016

A stuffy businessman finds himself trapped inside the body of his family's cat.

The Men Who Stare at Goats

Larry Hooper

2009

A reporter in Iraq might just have the story of a lifetime when he meets Lyn Cassady, a guy who claims to be a former member of the U.S. Army's New Earth Army, a unit that employs paranormal powers in their missions.

The United States of Leland

Albert T. Fitzgerald

2003

A withdrawn young man, Leland Fitzgerald is imprisoned for the murder of a mentally disabled boy, who also happened to be the brother of his girlfriend, Becky. As the community struggles to deal with the killing, Pearl Madison, a teacher at the prison, decides to write about Leland's case. Meanwhile, others affected by the murder, including Becky and her sister, Julie, must contend with their own problems.

The Ref

Lloyd Chasseur

1994

A cat burglar is forced to take a bickering, dysfunctional family hostage on Christmas Eve.

The Big Kahuna

Larry Mann

1999

Three salesmen working for a firm that makes industrial lubricants are waiting in the company's "hospitality suite" at a manufacturers' convention for a "big kahuna" named Dick Fuller to show up, in hopes they can persuade him to place an order that could salvage the company's flagging sales.

Produkcija

The Social Network

Executive Producer

2010

In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.

Safe

Executive Producer

2012

After a former elite agent rescues a 12-year-old Chinese girl who's been abducted, they find themselves in the middle of a standoff between Triads, the Russian Mafia and high-level corrupt New York City politicians and police.

Captain Phillips

Executive Producer

2013

The true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the US-flagged MV Maersk Alabama, the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in two hundred years.

Mini's First Time

Producer

2006

Desperate to be free from her drunken, unloving mother Diane, the beautiful, scheming young Mini seduces her stepfather Martin and soon convinces him to join her in a sadistic scheme to have Diane declared insane. But their conspiracy soon escalates to murder and when John Garson, a young detective starts investigating, Martin and Mini begin to turn on each other.