Kenneth Tigar
ActingAbout Kenneth Tigar
Kenneth Tigar (born September 24, 1942) is an American actor and translator. Primarily known for his numerous television guest roles, he was a regular as the short-tempered Captain Jensen in L.A. Heat from 1997 to 1999. He has also had roles in films including Lethal Weapon 2 (1989), Lethal Weapon 3 (1992), Primal Fear (1996), and The Avengers (2012).
Kenneth Tigar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kenneth Tigar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kenneth Tigar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 49% of Kenneth Tigar'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 Justin Case, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kenneth Tigar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kenneth Tigar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kenneth Tigar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | You Hurt My Feelings | Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game | Irving Holzman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Benny's Best Birthday | Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Post | Solicitor Griswold | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Avengers | German Old Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Underground | Tim Scully | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Thousand Acres | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Conspiracy Theory | Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hollywood Safari | Sheriff Todd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Little Bigfoot | Largo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Riot | Harry Johansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Primal Fear | Weil | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rage | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jade | Corporate Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Snapdragon | Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | My Life | Dr. Califano | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Lethal Weapon 3 | Ernie / Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | In the Best Interest of the Child | Fred Hulbert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Runnin' Kind | Stan Shank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lethal Weapon 2 | Bomb Squad Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Roe vs. Wade | Supreme Court Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Phantasm II | Father Meyers | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Justin Case | Motel Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Betty Ford Story | Dr. Lukash | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Second Serve | Ross | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Creator | Pavlo | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Just One of the Guys | Mr. Raymaker | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Missing Pieces | Alan Rosenus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Special Bulletin | Dr. Abraham Sczrsma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Thursday's Child | Bill Richardson | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Great Day | Burglar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Pray TV | Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill | Trotter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Babysitter | Tom Montgomery | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Golden Gate Murders | Father O'Brien | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Man from Atlantis IV: The Disappearances | Dr. Miller Simon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Man from Atlantis III: Killer Spores | Dr. Miller Simon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Man from Atlantis II: The Death Scouts | Dr. Miller Simon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Hemingway Play | Paul Vas Dias | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Nourish the Beast | Adolph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | These Little Ones Perish | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kenneth Tigar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kenneth Tigar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kenneth Tigar is "Justin Case" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Kenneth Tigar acted in?
Kenneth Tigar has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kenneth Tigar?
Other notable films include "Missing Pieces", "The Golden Gate Murders", and "Man from Atlantis III: Killer Spores".