Kris Van Damme
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Kristopher van Varenberg (aka "Kris Van Damme") is the first son of martial arts/action superstar, Belgian-born actor Jean-Claude Van Damme with fitness expert/actress Gladys Portugues. Kristopher has a younger sister, Bianca Brigitte Van Damme and another brother with Van Damme's ex-wife Darcy LaPier, named Nicolas. Kristopher first faced the camera in Universal Soldier (1992) as Young Luc Deveraux followed by Le grand tournoi (1996) -first film directed by Van Damme, in which he portrayed the character of Young Chris. He got his first acting role in Point d'impact (2002) then resumed his acting career in Universal Soldier: Régénération (2009) and The Eagle Path (2010) -directed by Jean-Claude Van Damme. In an exclusive interview with Kristopher by the Int'l JCVD Forum, he said that he also has passion for writing and directing besides his career as an actor. He was credited as a writer for the first time in Van Damme's martial arts epic movie known as The Tower (2010).
Kris Van Damme Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kris Van Damme reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kris Van Damme's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 6% of Kris Van Damme'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 Full Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kris Van Damme Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kris Van Damme's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kris Van Damme has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Mexicali | Ruthie | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Darkness of Man | Igor | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Black Water | Kagan | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Kill 'em All | Dusan | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Enemies Closer | Francois | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Welcome to the Jungle | Brett (as Kristopher Van Varenberg) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning | Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | 6 Bullets | Selwyn Gaul | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Philly Kid | Chase (as Kristopher Van Varenberg) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dragon Eyes | Sgt. Feldman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Assassination Games | Schell | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Full Love | Oren | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Universal Soldier: Regeneration | Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Derailed | Ethan Kristoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Quest | Young Chris | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Universal Soldier | Young Luc | Average | Similar → |
Kris Van Damme - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kris Van Damme?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kris Van Damme is "Full Love" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Kris Van Damme acted in?
Kris Van Damme has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kris Van Damme?
Other notable films include "Assassination Games", "6 Bullets", and "Universal Soldier".