Michael Biehn
Biography
Michael Connell Biehn (pronounced /ˈbiːn/ BEEN or Bean) was born on July 31, 1956, and is a well-known American actor, particularly recognized for his performances in science fiction films helmed by director James Cameron. He gained fame for his portrayal of Sgt. Kyle Reese in The Terminator (1984), Cpl. Dwayne Hicks in Aliens (1986), and Lt. Coffey in The Abyss (1989). Biehn's filmography is diverse, including notable titles such as The Fan (1981), The Seventh Sign (1988), Navy SEALs (1990), Tombstone (1993), The Rock (1996), Mojave Moon (1996), Megiddo: The Omega Code 2 (2001), Clockstoppers (2002), and Planet Terror (2007).
On the small screen, Biehn has made appearances in iconic series like Hill Street Blues (1984), The Magnificent Seven (1998–2000), and Adventure Inc. (2002–2003). His compelling performances have earned him critical acclaim, including a nomination for a Best Actor Saturn Award for his work in Aliens. Biehn's contributions to both film and television have solidified his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, particularly within the science fiction genre.
Filmography
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Psych:9
2010 • Det. Marling
Streets of Blood
2009 • Agent Brown
Zuma Beach
1978 • J.D.
Dragon Squad
2005 • Petros Angelo
The Legend of Butch & Sundance
2006 • Mike Cassidy
Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business
2020 • Self
They Wait
2007 • O'Connell
The Ride
1997 • Smokey Banks
Grindhouse
2007
Predator: Killer of Killers
2025 • Vandy (voice)
The Fan
1981 • Douglas Breen
Aliens Expanded
2024 • Self
Navy Seals
1990 • Lt. James Curran
Stiletto (2008)
2008 • Lee
Treachery
2013 • Henry
Clockstoppers
2002 • Henry Gates
Puncture
2011 • Red
The Lockdown
2024 • Max Hightower
Havoc
2005 • Stuart Lang
The Divide
2012 • Mickey
Hidden in the Woods (2014)
2014 • Oscar Crocker
The Lords of Discipline
1983 • John Alexander