Ken Kirzinger
Biography
Ken Kirzinger is a Canadian stuntman and actor. He was born on November 4, 1959, in Saskatchewan, Canada. Kirzinger is known for his portrayals of Jason Voorhees in various films, including a character spoof in the horror film parody Stan Helsing. He also played the roles of Pa in Wrong Turn 2: Dead End and Rusty Nail in Joy Ride 3: Road Kill. Kirzinger has a total of 88 acting credits. He is also known by the aliases Ken Kurtzinger, Ken Kersinger, and Ken Kerzinger.
Career overview
Ken Kirzinger is a Canadian actor known for his portrayals in various films. He has appeared in a number of horror movies, often playing iconic characters. In the 2003 film Freddy vs. Jason, Kirzinger portrayed a well-known character. He also played a character in the 2007 film Wrong Turn 2: Dead End, referred to as Pa. In addition to these roles, Kirzinger portrayed a character in the 2014 film Joy Ride 3: Road Kill, known as Rusty Nail.
Kirzinger has also appeared in a horror film parody, Stan Helsing, where he played a character spoofing Jason Voorhees. This film showcases his ability to play a variety of characters in different genres. Throughout his career, Kirzinger has demonstrated his range as an actor, taking on diverse roles in the film industry.
As an actor, Kirzinger has accumulated a significant number of credits. He has appeared in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and ability to adapt to different characters and genres. His work in the horror film genre has been particularly notable, with his portrayals of iconic characters leaving a lasting impression on audiences.
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Full Filmography
97 titles- Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story (2022) as Self
- The Assignment (2016) as Nurse Albert Becker
- Nature of the Beast: Making Bad Moon (2016) as Self
- Blackburn (2015) as Digits
- Joy Ride 3 (2014) as Rusty Nail
- Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th (2013) as Self
- Human Target (2010) as Prentiss Bodyguard
- Icarus (2010) as Vadim Killer #1
- Icarus (2010) Stunt Coordinator
- His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th (2010) as Self
- The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009) Stunts
- Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead (2009) Stunts
- Stan Helsing (2009) as Mason
- X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) Stunts
- Beyond Sherwood Forest (2009) Stunt Double
- The Building (2009) as Rick
- Fringe (2008) as Air Marshal
- The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) as Arguing Evacuee
- Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008) as Fighter
- Wrong Turn 2: Dead End (2007) as Pa
- Blood Ties (2007) as Swanson
- War (2007) Stunts
- Hot Rod (2007) as Trailer Guy
- Hot Rod (2007) Stunts
- In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale (2007) Stunts
- Pathfinder (2007) Stunts
- Battle in Seattle (2007) as Officer #2
- Psych (2006) as Bob
- Psych (2006) as Bartender
- Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (2006) Stunts
- X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) Stunts
- Supernatural (2005) as Jared Bender
- The Fog (2005) Stunt Coordinator
- Are We There Yet? (2005) Stunts
- Stargate Atlantis (2004) as Bartender
- Catwoman (2004) Stunts
- Walking Tall (2004) Stunts
- Freddy vs. Jason (2003) as Jason Voorhees
- Paycheck (2003) Stunts
- Dreamcatcher (2003) Stunts
- Insomnia (2002) Stunt Coordinator
- The Santa Clause 2 (2002) Stunt Coordinator
- Smallville (2001) as Scientist
- Thir13en Ghosts (2001) as Team Member (uncredited)
- Thir13en Ghosts (2001) Stunt Coordinator
- Cats & Dogs (2001) Stunt Coordinator
- Andromeda (2000) as Willie
- Andromeda (2000) as Glux
- Dark Angel (2000) as Bloody Fighter 2
- Mission to Mars (2000) Stunts
- Trixie (2000) as Avery's Bodyguard
- Screwed (2000) as Cop
- The 13th Warrior (1999) Stunt Coordinator
- Assault on Death Mountain (1999) as John
- Futuresport (1999) as Hatchet Jack Jamiston
- First Wave (1998) as Cop
- First Wave (1998) Stunt Coordinator
- The Crow: Stairway to Heaven (1998)
- Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. (1998) Stunts
- Stargate SG-1 (1997) as Jaffa
- Stargate SG-1 (1997) as Ares' Jaffa 1 (Uncredited)
- Angels in the Endzone (1997) as Angel #1
- Romeo + Juliet (1996) Stunts
- Bad Moon (1996) as The Werewolf
- Bad Moon (1996) Stunts
- Bounty Hunters (1996) as Kesh
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Moloch
- Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995) as Helicopter Pilot
- The Adventures of Captain Zoom in Outer Space (1995) as Vestron Guard
- Viper (1994) as Stan McGiles
- Legends of the Fall (1994) as O'Banion Thug
- The X-Files (1993) as Richter
- Madison (1993)
- Cool Runnings (1993) Stunts
- Born to Run (1993) as Torch
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Kirby
- Stay Tuned (1992) Stunt Coordinator
- The Comrades of Summer (1992) as Ivan
- Mortal Sins (1992) Stunts
- Dirty Work (1992) as Francis
- Bingo (1991) Stunts
- Eye of the Widow (1991) as Gabrisky
- A Mother's Justice (1991) Stunts
- Blackmail (1991) as Flat Top
- Bird on a Wire (1990) Stunts
- Bordertown (1989) as Powers
- Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) as New York Cook (uncredited)
- Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) Stunt Coordinator
- Watchers (1988) Stunts
- Stakeout (1987) Stunts
- Rolling Vengeance (1987) Stunts
- Gunsmoke: Return to Dodge (1987) as Potts
- Last Man Standing (1987) Stunts
- MacGyver (1985) as Bodyguard
- MacGyver (1985) as Creature
- Certain Fury (1985) Stunts
- Brotherly Love (1985) as Charlie
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ken Kirzinger best known for?
Ken Kirzinger is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Assignment (2016), Human Target (2010), The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009), Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead (2009).
When and where was Ken Kirzinger born?
Ken Kirzinger was born on November 4, 1959 in Saskatchewan - Canada.
How many credits does Ken Kirzinger have?
Ken Kirzinger has accumulated over 97 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2022.
What is Ken Kirzinger's background in cinema and television?
Ken Kirzinger is a Canadian stuntman and actor. He was born on November 4, 1959, in Saskatchewan, Canada. Kirzinger is known for his portrayals of Jason Voorhees in various films, including a character spoof in the horror film parody Stan Helsing. He also played the roles of Pa in Wrong Turn 2: Dead End and Rusty Nail ...