Kyle Gallner
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An American actor with a strong presence in horror and gritty drama. Born in Pennsylvania, he built a following through genre work before appearing as Goat-Winston in Clint Eastwood's 'American Sniper' (2014). He has since anchored acclaimed independent horror, giving a searing lead performance in 'Smile' (2022) and starring in 'Dinner in America'. A committed, intense character lead who thrives in dark, emotionally raw material, he has become one of American genre cinema's most reliable leading men.
Kyle Gallner
46 Movies
23 Series
An American actor with a strong presence in horror and gritty drama. Born in Pennsylvania, he built a following through genre work before appearing as Goat-Winston in Clint Eastwood's 'American Sniper' (2014). He has since anchored acclaimed independent horror, giving a searing lead performance in 'Smile' (2022) and starring in 'Dinner in America'. A committed, intense character lead who thrives in dark, emotionally raw material, he has become one of American genre cinema's most reliable leading men.
Movies
Plays Joel
Smile 2
2024
Plays Vince Schneider
Scream
2022
Plays Goat-Winston
American Sniper
2014
Plays Joel
Smile
2022
Plays Colin Gray
Jennifer's Body
2009
Plays The Demon
Strange Darling
2024
Plays Headphone Kid's Brother
Red Eye
2005
Plays Quentin Smith
A Nightmare on Elm Street
2010
Plays Oliver Anderson
Carolina Caroline
2026
Plays Andy Fitzgerald
The Finest Hours
2016
Plays Larkin Ravenwood
Beautiful Creatures
2013
Plays Matt Campbell
The Haunting in Connecticut
2009
Plays Bobby's Buddy
Wet Hot American Summer
2001
Plays Simon
Dinner in America
2020
Plays Jarod
Red State
2011
Plays Benson
The Passenger
2023
Plays Tappert
Ghosts of War
2020
Plays Sammy
Beautiful Boy
2011
Plays Harold
Red
2008
Plays Drew
The Cleansing Hour
2019
Plays Ratboy
Gardens of the Night
2008
Plays Nick Blanco
Just Breathe
2025
Plays Kurt Fletcher
Dear White People
2014
Plays Kurt Merrick
Danika
2006
Plays Sam
Cougars, Inc.
2011
Plays Zeke Morgan
Just Before I Go
2015
Plays Owen Hannah
Smashed
2012
Plays Ned
Sublime
2007
Plays Eric
The Cleanse
2018
Plays Lou Reed
CBGB
2013
Plays Alex
Alien Code
2017
Plays Emmett
Mother, May I?
2023
Plays Huck Finn
Band of Robbers
2016
Plays Bobby McManus
The Catch
2020
Plays Eric
What Comes Around
2023
Plays Alex
Far Cry 5: Inside Eden's Gate
2018
Plays Jesse MacNamara
Little Birds
2011
Plays Aaron
Cherry
2010
Producer
Plays Woody
Welcome to Happiness
2016
Plays TJ Waggs
Magic Valley
2011
Plays Brian
Losers Take All
2011
Plays Young Dave
Finding Home
2003
Plays Will
Trunk
2008
TV Shows
Plays Hasil
Outsiders
2016
Plays Cassidy 'Beaver' Casablancas
Veronica Mars
2004
Plays Zach
The Walking Dead
2010
Plays Eric Fisher
Interrogation
2020
Plays Cassidy 'Beaver' Casablancas / Kyle Gallner
Play It Again, Dick
2014
Plays Reed Garrett
CSI: NY
2004
Plays Jason Embry
Big Love
2006
Plays Lloyd Denton
The Shield
2002
Plays Bart Allen
Smallville
2001
Plays BJ Bongaro
Jack & Bobby
2004
Plays Young Stephen
Medium
2005
Plays Rayleigh
Third Watch
1999
Plays Brian Johnson
The District
2000
Plays Eric Wallace
The Closer
2005
Plays Zachary Pettit
Judging Amy
1999
Plays Jeremy Farrell
Bones
2005
Plays Cameron Coulter (1995)
Cold Case
2003
Plays Zak Sutter
Life
2007
Plays Jacob Towers
Close to Home
2005
Plays Xander
Past Life
2010
Plays Josh Walker
Touched by an Angel
1994
Plays Spencer
Four Kings
2006
Plays James Heathridge
Criminal Minds
2005
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Kyle Gallner and where are they from?
Kyle Gallner is 39 years old, born on October 22, 1986 in West Chester, Pennsylvania, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Kyle Gallner?
Kyle Gallner is best known for roles in American Sniper, Jennifer's Body, Smile.
How many movies has Kyle Gallner been in?
Over a 25-year career (since 2001), Kyle Gallner has appeared in 46 movies and 23 TV shows.
What was Kyle Gallner's first movie?
The career of Kyle Gallner began with Wet Hot American Summer (2001).
What is Kyle Gallner's most recent movie or series?
Kyle Gallner's most recent release is Carolina Caroline, which premiered on June 5, 2026.
What TV shows has Kyle Gallner appeared in?
On television, Kyle Gallner has appeared in The Walking Dead, Smallville, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Criminal Minds.
Does Kyle Gallner have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Kyle Gallner's upcoming work includes: Skeletons (2027).
Kyle Gallner
1986-10-22 · West Chester, Pennsylvania, USA
Kyle Gallner (born October 22, 1986) is an American actor. He began acting in 2000, earning recognition for playing Bart Allen in the superhero series Smallville (2004–2009), Cassidy "Beaver" Casablancas in the mystery drama series Veronica Mars (2005–2006), and Reed Garrett in the police drama series CSI: NY (2006–2010).
Gallner was established as a scream king in the 2010s, starring in the horror films The Haunting in Connecticut, Jennifer's Body (both 2009), the Nightmare on Elm Street remake (2010), Red State (2011), Scream, Smile (both 2022) and its sequel Smile 2 (2024). His other films include Dear White People, American Sniper (both 2014), Dinner In America (2020), The Passenger, and Strange Darling (both 2023).Kyle Gallner, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.