
Kevin Tighe
ActingAbout Kevin Tighe
Kevin Tighe (b. Jon Kevin Fishburn; August 13, 1944) is an American character actor primarily known for his roles on television. Tighe is best known for his role as Roy DeSoto, a senior paramedic, on the NBC series Emergency! (1972–77). He and Randolph Mantooth, his partner in the series, have remained close friends. In the 2000's he played Anthony Cooper the father of John Locke on the ABC series Lost. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kevin Tighe, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kevin Tighe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kevin Tighe's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kevin Tighe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Face of a Stranger, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kevin Tighe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kevin Tighe's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kevin Tighe.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | One Battle After Another | Roy More | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hello | Donald | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | I Am I | Gene | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Mountain Runners | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | My Bloody Valentine | Ben Foley | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Today You Die | Max Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Life in Suitcases: A History of Tulse Luper | William Gottschalk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Deal | John Cortland | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Tulse Luper Suitcases: Antwerp | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 1: The Moab Story | William Gottschalk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Fast Food High | Dave Richter | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Nancy Drew | Coach Jeffries | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Sight | Jake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Big Day | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mumford | Mr. Crisp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Darwin Conspiracy | Allan Hollingsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Winchell | William Randolph Hearst | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Scorpion Spring | California County Sheriff Rawley Gill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Race the Sun | Jack Fryman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jade | D.A. Arnold Clifford | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Escape to Witch Mountain | Sheriff Bronson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Avenging Angel | Benjamin Rigby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Men of War | Colonel Merrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Double Cross | Brian Cody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Betrayal of Trust | Bill Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | What's Eating Gilbert Grape | Ken Carver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Geronimo: An American Legend | Brig. Gen. Nelson Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | I Love a Man in Uniform | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Caught in the Act | Police Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Better Off Dead. | D.A. John Byron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | School Ties | Coach McDevitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Newsies | Snyder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Face of a Stranger | Richard Foster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | City of Hope | O'Brien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bright Angel | Billy Abbott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Defiant Daughter | Steven Elliott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. | Blake Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Road House | Frank Tilghman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lost Angels | Dr. Gaeyl | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | K-9 | Lyman | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Eight Men Out | Sport Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Matewan | Bill Hickey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Saint in Manhattan | Insp. John Fernack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Rebels | Thomas Jefferson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Emergency! | Roy DeSoto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Narcotics: Pit of Despair | John Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Graduate | Carter (Showering Fraternity Brother) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Kevin Tighe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kevin Tighe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kevin Tighe is "Face of a Stranger" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kevin Tighe acted in?
Kevin Tighe has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kevin Tighe?
Other notable films include "The Mountain Runners", "Emergency!", and "What's Eating Gilbert Grape".




