Kevin Spacey

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Characters played by Kevin Spacey

John Doe — Se7en (1995)

A remorseless serial killer who orchestrates murders based on the seven deadly sins to force societal attention. He surrenders to lead the detectives to the final victims, reveals himself as 'envy', and is shot by Mills to complete the ritual.

Verbal — The Usual Suspects (1995)

A physically disabled con artist and primary narrator. He recounts the crew's story to Agent Kujan, but ultimately reveals himself as the mastermind Keyser Söze by fabricating the entire narrative using clues from the room.

Doc — Baby Driver (2017)

Crime boss who assembles robber crews and employs Baby as a getaway driver to settle a debt. He coerces Baby into a major heist under threat of retaliation. Initially refuses to help Baby at a safe house but relents upon seeing Debora. Provides them with funds and an escape route, but is ultimately ambushed and killed by Buddy during their getaway.

Hopper — A Bug's Life (1998)

The ruthless leader of a grasshopper gang that forces Ant Island to pay tribute. After Flik's mistake, he demands double the food, seizes control of the island, and plans to execute the Queen. He publicly humiliates Flik but is ultimately defeated when the ants unite. He is abducted, shoved into a cannon, and fed to baby birds after taunting a real nest.

Sam Rogers — Margin Call (2011)

Senior executive overseeing credit trading. Initially opposes the fire sale due to reputational concerns but executes it to save the firm. Later resigns over moral conflict, is persuaded to stay for financial reasons, and ends the film grieving privately.

Jack Vincennes — L.A. Confidential (1997)

Fame-seeking narcotics sergeant who collaborates with tabloid journalist Sid Hudgens on high-profile celebrity arrests. Coerced by Edmund Exley to testify in the Bloody Christmas inquiry. Guilt-ridden after a young actor involved in a blackmail scheme is murdered, he joins Exley's investigation. Confronts Dudley Smith and is shot dead, whispering 'Rollo Tomasi' with his last breath.

GERTY — Moon (2009)

Physical AI unit with expressive face, assists lunar miner daily.

Micky Rosa — 21 (2008)

Micky is an MIT professor who recruits Ben after testing him with the Monty Hall problem and recognizing his mathematical ability. He leads the blackjack team through card counting and covert signals, manipulates Ben's academic situation, and later betrays him. Ben ultimately arranges for Cole to capture Micky over his gambling proceeds.

Lex Luthor — Superman Returns (2006)

Billionaire genius and Superman's archenemy, driven by ego and greed.

Dave Harken — Horrible Bosses (2011)

Ruthless CEO who psychologically torments Nick and his friends.

Rufus Buckley — A Time to Kill (1996)

Rufus Buckley is the district attorney who takes charge of Carl Lee Hailey's case because its national attention could advance his political career. He seeks the death penalty, attacks the defense's credibility, and works to secure a conviction in the racially charged trial.

Kevin Spacey / Famous Dr. Evil ('Austinpussy') — Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)

Actor parodying Dr. Evil.

Career Overview

Kevin Spacey has 158 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Horrible Bosses with 2 titles. Signature works include Baby Driver, American Beauty, A Bug's Life. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
158
Birth Date
1959-07-26
Birth Place
South Orange, New Jersey, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q25144), public domain (CC0).