Terry Kiser
Biography
Terry Kiser is an American actor born on August 1, 1939, in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. He is known for his portrayal of the dead title-character in the comedy Weekend at Bernie's and its sequel, Weekend at Bernie's II. Kiser was a regular on two soap operas, The Secret Storm and The Doctors, appearing in 52 episodes of The Doctors. He has guest-starred numerous times on episodic television, particularly in sitcoms, and made notable appearances in various films, including Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood and Mannequin: On the Move. Kiser has a total of 115 known credits in acting.
Career overview
Terry Kiser is an American actor with a diverse range of credits in film and television. He is known for his portrayal of the title character in the comedy Weekend at Bernie's and its sequel, Weekend at Bernie's II. Kiser has also appeared in numerous soap operas, including The Secret Storm and The Doctors, where he had a recurring role.
In addition to his work in soap operas, Kiser has made guest appearances on various episodic television shows, particularly sitcoms. He has also appeared in a number of films, including Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood, where he played the role of Doctor Crews, and Mannequin: On the Move, in which he portrayed a sorcerer. Kiser's film career also includes a role in the volleyball film Sideout, where he played a lawyer.
Kiser's acting credits span over 115 titles, showcasing his versatility and range as a performer. His work in a variety of genres, from comedy to drama, has contributed to his extensive body of work in film and television.
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119 titles- A Gunfighter's Deal (2025) as Stranger
- The Pitchfork Retreat (2025) as Ike
- Stream (2024) as Bruce
- Mutilator 2 (2023) as Jack Chatham
- Rose Blood (2021) as Dr. Crews
- Mr. Local Man (2019) Producer
- The Kingsbury Run (2018) as Todd Fincher
- Farmer of the Year (2018) as Virgil
- A Christmas Tree Miracle (2013) as Henry Banks
- Vampire Riderz (2013) as Father Lemoine
- Alien Tornado (2012) as Mike Hardy
- Mask Maker (2011) as Mr. Peck
- Dead Start (2009) as Mort Maxwell
- See Jane Run (2001)
- The Huntress (2000)
- Will & Grace (1998) as Carl
- Two Guys and a Girl (1998) as Chet
- Divorce: A Contemporary Western (1998)
- Hourglass (1997) as Henry Jardine
- Forest Warrior (1996) as Travis Thorne
- Good Company (1996)
- Caroline in the City (1995) as Taxicab Driver
- Baywatch Nights (1995) as George Wilson
- Legacy of Sin: The William Coit Story (1995) as Uncle Paul
- Pet Shop (1994) as Joe Yeagher
- Tammy and the T-Rex (1994) as Dr. Wachenstein
- Loving Deadly (1994) as Walter
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as H.G. Wells
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Charlie Brooks
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Charlie Brooks / Maxwell 'Iceman' Kronert
- Weekend at Bernie's II (1993) as Bernie Lomax
- Into the Sun (1992) as Mitchell Burton
- Mannequin Two: On the Move (1991) as Count Spretzle / Sorcerer
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Mr. Hosek
- Dream On (1990) as Perry Gold
- Nasty Boys (1990) as Boris Diamond
- Carol & Company (1990)
- Side Out (1990) as Uncle Max
- Weekend at Bernie's (1989) as Bernie Lomax
- Hard Time on Planet Earth (1989)
- Chameleons (1989) as Lieut. Abel
- Friday the 13th Part VII - The New Blood (1988) as Dr. Crews
- Hooperman (1987) as C.J.
- The Return of the Six-Million-Dollar Man and the Bionic Woman (1987) as Santiago
- From a Whisper to a Scream (1987) as Jesse Hardwick
- L.A. Law (1986) as Sal Cassella
- Throb (1986)
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Santa Claus
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Don
- 227 (1985) as Tony
- Half Nelson (1985) as Leo Holcomb
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Gordon LaMonica
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Wally Bryce
- Hunter (1984) as Phillip Sherman
- Night Court (1984) as Al Craven
- Brothers (1984)
- Cover Up (1984)
- Surf 2 (1984) as Mr. O'Finley
- Young Lust: A Soap Opera (1984) as Howard Levinthal
- Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983)
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983)
- Automan (1983)
- Manimal (1983)
- Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land (1983) as Freddie Barrett
- Your Place... or Mine? (1983) as Stan
- Knight Rider (1982) as Royal Davis
- Tucker's Witch (1982)
- Cassie & Co. (1982) as Alex Strong
- Making Love (1982) as Harrington
- Six Pack (1982) as Terk
- Prime Suspect (1982) as Lyman
- Hill Street Blues (1981)
- Simon & Simon (1981)
- The Fall Guy (1981)
- The Fall Guy (1981) as Sam (uncredited)
- All Night Long (1981) as Ultra-Sav Day Manager
- Looker (1981) as Commercial Director
- An Eye for an Eye (1981) as Dave Pierce
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Dennis Redfield
- Enos (1980)
- Knots Landing (1979) as Teddy Becker
- Seven (1979) as Senator
- Steel (1979) as Valentino
- Fast Charlie... the Moonbeam Rider (1979) as Lester Neal
- Rich Kids (1979) as Ralph Harris
- The Last Ride of the Dalton Gang (1979) as Nafius
- WKRP in Cincinnati (1978)
- Diff'rent Strokes (1978)
- Cops and Robin (1978) as Wayne Dutton
- The Roller Girls (1978) as Don Mitchell
- Three's Company (1977) as Max
- Three's Company (1977) as Mr. Canon
- CHiPs (1977)
- Sugar Time! (1977)
- Benny & Barney: Las Vegas Undercover (1977) as Benny Kowalski
- The Bionic Woman (1976)
- City of Angels (1976)
- Gemini Man (1976)
- Captains and the Kings (1976) as Courtney Wickersham
- Baretta (1975)
- One Day at a Time (1975)
- Switch (1975) as Hanna
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Alexsei
- Rhoda (1974)
- Emergency! (1972)
- Maude (1972)
- Lapin 360 (1972) as Bernard Lapin
- All in the Family (1971) as Bob
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Augie
- Rachel, Rachel (1968) as Preacher
- The Doctors (1963) as Dr. John Rice
- The Secret Storm (1954)
- Cinema Insomnia as Self
- 2:59 as Robert Winward
- Laugh as Colonel Bartholomew Collymore
- The Events Surrounding a Peeping Tom as Professor Barnes
- Future Cop: Cops and Robin as Wayne
- The Body Sculptor as Dr. Jason Stone
- Girls on Tap as Terry
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Terry Kiser best known for?
Terry Kiser is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Just Add Magic (2016), The Huntress (2000), Will & Grace (1998), Mars Attacks! (1996).
When and where was Terry Kiser born?
Terry Kiser was born on August 1, 1939 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA.
How many credits does Terry Kiser have?
Terry Kiser has accumulated over 119 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1954 to 2025.
What is Terry Kiser's background in cinema and television?
Terry Kiser is an American actor born on August 1, 1939, in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. He is known for his portrayal of the dead title-character in the comedy Weekend at Bernie's and its sequel, Weekend at Bernie's II. Kiser was a regular on two soap operas, The Secret Storm and The Doctors, appearing in 52 episodes of The ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Captains and the Kings (1976) as Courtney Wickersham — aged about 36
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Mr. Hosek — aged about 50
- Emergency! (1972) — aged about 32
- Automan (1983) — aged about 43
- All in the Family (1971) as Bob — aged about 31
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Santa Claus — aged about 45
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