John Malkovich

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Characters played by John Malkovich

Marvin Boggs — RED (2010)

Paranoid ex-CIA operative with survivalist expertise and conspiracy theories.

Humma Kavula — The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005)

Zaphod's political opponent residing on Viltvodle VI who negotiates a trade: coordinates for Magrathea in exchange for the recovery of the Point-of-View gun.

John Horatio Malkovich — Being John Malkovich (1999)

John Horatio Malkovich is the actor whose mind and body become the portal's vessel. Disturbed by Craig's possession and Maxine's manipulation, he investigates the scheme, experiences a world filled with versions of himself, and later remains a host for Dr. Lester and others seeking extended life.

Dave — Penguins of Madagascar (2014)

Vengeful octopus scientist seeking revenge on penguins for past humiliation.

Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom — Con Air (1997)

A professional criminal and the central architect of the prison-plane hijacking, Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom seizes control with Nathan "Diamond Dog" Jones and plans an escape to a non-extradition country. He kills Sims, executes Francisco Cindino after betrayal, shoots Baby-O O'Dell, and dies during the final pursuit.

Osborne Cox — Burn After Reading (2008)

Osborne is a CIA analyst whose drinking problem leads to a demotion and an angry resignation. While writing a memoir, he becomes the target of Chad and Linda's inept blackmail attempt. His erratic violence escalates when he attacks Katie's house, kills Ted, and is shot by a surveilling CIA officer.

Chazz Spencer — Zoolander 2 (2016)

Actor or model cameo appearing briefly in the film.

Marvin Boggs — RED 2 (2013)

Ex-military, paranoid but loyal, expert in explosives and survival tactics.

Pascal Sauvage — Johnny English (2003)

French businessman and mastermind behind the Crown Jewels heist.

Douglas — Bird Box (2018)

Malorie's pragmatic friend who joins her journey down the river to reach a safe haven.

Joe Black — In the Hand of Dante (2026)

Joe Black is a mafia don who employs Nick to confirm the existence of the original Dante manuscript and steal it for him. He sends Nick, Louie, and Lefty to the Vatican, making him the criminal authority directing the central modern-day mission.

Donald Vidrine — Deepwater Horizon (2016)

Donald is a BP manager who insists that the cement testing crew leave early and disputes the failed negative pressure test. He orders another test, pushes the rig to remove drilling mud, and later survives the blowout after Mike and Caleb rescue him. He is eventually prosecuted over the disaster.

Career Overview

John Malkovich has 192 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently RED with 2 titles. Signature works include Sacrifice, RED, Wild Horse Nine. 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
192
Birth Date
1953-12-09
Birth Place
Christopher, Illinois, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 9 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q172261), public domain (CC0).