Chris Potter
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 23, 1960 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Active Years
- 1988–2024 (37 Years)
- Total Credits
- 56 credits in database
Biography
Chris Potter is a Canadian actor, musician, and pitchman. Born on August 23, 1960, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he is known for his roles on soap operas and prime-time television. Potter's notable roles include Peter Caine in the 1990s crime drama Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, Dr. David Cameron in the first season of Queer as Folk, and the voice of Gambit in the animated X-Men series. He also played con-artist Evan Owen on The Young and the Restless and currently appears as Tim Fleming on the drama Heartland. With a career spanning multiple genres and platforms, Potter has established himself as a versatile actor with a range of notable credits.
Career overview
Chris Potter is a Canadian actor known for his work in soap operas and prime-time television. He has appeared in various roles throughout his career, including Peter Caine in the 1990s crime drama Kung Fu: The Legend Continues. Potter has also played the role of Dr. David Cameron in the first season of the television series Queer as Folk.
In addition to his work in television, Potter has also provided voice work for an animated X-Men series, where he voiced the character of Gambit. He has also had a recurring role as con-artist Evan Owen on the soap opera The Young and the Restless. Potter currently plays the role of Tim Fleming on the drama Heartland.
Chris Potter has a diverse range of acting credits, with over 50 known credits to his name. He was born on August 23, 1960, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Potter's acting career has spanned multiple decades and genres, with a focus on television and voice work. His versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a wide range of roles, from dramatic to comedic, and he continues to be active in the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
56 titles- X-Men '97 (2024) as Cable (voice)
- Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of X-Men '97 (2024) as Self - X-Men: TAS Gambit, X-Men'97 Cable
- Angels in the Snow (2015) as Charles Montgomery
- The Good Witch's Wonder (2014) as Jake Russell
- The Good Witch's Wonder (2014) Co-Executive Producer
- The Hunt (2013) as Bart
- The Good Witch's Destiny (2013) as Jake Russell
- The Good Witch's Destiny (2013) Co-Executive Producer
- The Good Witch's Charm (2012) as Jake Russell
- The Good Witch's Charm (2012) Co-Executive Producer
- A Warrior's Heart (2011) as Seamus 'Sully' Sullivan
- The Good Witch's Family (2011) as Jake Russell
- Strings (2011) as Jimmy
- The Good Witch's Gift (2010) as Jake Russell
- The Stepson (2010) as Robert May
- A Heartland Christmas (2010) as Tim Fleming
- The Good Witch's Garden (2009) as Jake Russell
- The Good Witch (2008) as Jake Russell
- The Perfect Assistant (2008) as David Wescott
- Herbie Hancock - The River Of Possibilities Tour - Jazz a Vienne (2008) as Saxophone
- Heartland (2007) as Tim Fleming
- Heartland (2007) Director
- Superstorm (2007) as Dan Abrams
- She Drives Me Crazy (2007) as Hank Meacham
- Runaway (2006) as Bob Sullivan
- Spymate (2006) as Mike Muggins
- Thrill of the Kill (2006) as Graydon Jennings
- The Pacifier (2005) as Bill Fawcett
- Trump Unauthorized (2005) as Fred Trump jr., adult
- One Tree Hill (2003) as Ray Green
- Wild Card (2003) as Dan Lennox
- A Wrinkle in Time (2003) as Dr. Jack Murry
- Open House (2003) as David Morrow
- Rush of Fear (2003) as Sam Bryant
- X-Men: The Legend of Wolverine (2003) as Gambit (voice)
- Rockets' Red Glare (2002) as Tom Young
- The Shrink Is In (2001) as Jonathon
- Arachnid (2001) as Valentine
- Final Jeopardy (2001) as Jed Seigel
- The Waiting Game (2001) as Tim / Adrian
- Andromeda (2000) as Able Ladrone
- Queer as Folk (2000) as David Cameron
- Spiders (2000) as Cop
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Mr. Rice
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Linus McKellen
- Will & Grace (1998) as Michael
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Captain Turner
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Michael Reilly
- Spider-Man (1994) as Gambit (voice)
- Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993) as Peter Caine
- X-Men (1992) as Gambit (voice)
- Kung Fu - A Legend Reborn (1992) as Peter Caine
- Silk Stalkings (1991) as Tom Ryan
- The Hidden Room (1991) as Dan
- Counterstrike (1990) as Billy
- War of the Worlds (1988) as Farmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chris Potter best known for?
Chris Potter is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including X-Men '97 (2024), Angels in the Snow (2015), The Good Witch's Wonder (2014), The Good Witch's Wonder (2014).
When and where was Chris Potter born?
Chris Potter was born on August 23, 1960 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
How many credits does Chris Potter have?
Chris Potter has accumulated over 56 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2024.
What is Chris Potter's background in cinema and television?
Chris Potter is a Canadian actor, musician, and pitchman. Born on August 23, 1960, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he is known for his roles on soap operas and prime-time television. Potter's notable roles include Peter Caine in the 1990s crime drama Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, Dr. David Cameron in the first season of ...
Chris Potter by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- X-Men '97 (2024) as Cable (voice) — aged about 63
- Heartland (2007) as Tim Fleming — aged about 46
- Queer as Folk (2000) as David Cameron — aged about 39
- Spider-Man (1994) as Gambit (voice) — aged about 33
- X-Men (1992) as Gambit (voice) — aged about 31
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Mr. Rice — aged about 38
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