Actor
Val Kilmer
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Collateral (2004)
Mentioned as a near-casting for Detective Fanning, which would have changed the film’s feel.
About 56 minHeat (1995)
Seen as one of the movie's best pieces of casting and one of the most interesting performances.
About 16 minHeat (1995)
Seen as an underrated essential part of the movie, especially in the shootout and ‘bank is worth the risk’ scene.
About 32 minHeat (1995)
Mann places Kilmer on the same level of serious commitment as the leads and praises his work and training.
About 24 minRobin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991)
Suggested as another possible Robin Hood because of his striking look and willingness to disappear into a role.
About 88 minThe Doors (1991)
Praised as the definitive Jim Morrison, including singing and physical mannerisms.
About 0 minThe Insider (1999)
Mentioned as a what-if casting possibility for Wigand and as a missed career lane.
About 56 minThe Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Suggested as a plausible alternative lead in the film.
About 8 minThe Saint (1997)
Praised as a uniquely cool and versatile actor whose legacy includes The Saint, Heat, Tombstone, Batman Forever, and The Doors.
About 0 minTombstone (1993)
Celebrated as the movie’s standout, with a wildly entertaining Doc Holliday performance and huge quote value.
About 8 minTombstone (1993)
Sean argues Kilmer’s performance is so good that everyone else adjusts around him.
About 40 minTop Gun (1986)
Celebrated as Iceman and as a bizarre, memorable scene-stealer.
About 8 minTop Gun: Maverick (2022)
His reunion scene is treated as one of the emotional peaks of the movie.
About 32 minTrue Romance (1993)
Mentioned as another actor eager to take part, though not a top candidate for the lead in hindsight.
About 8 minCrimson Tide (1995)
Mentioned as someone who was offered a role and later regretted declining it.
About 0 minEyes Wide Shut (1999)
Referenced in casting what-ifs as someone who reportedly submitted audition tapes.
About 64 minEVERY MATCH