Biography
K Callan, born Katherine Elizabeth Borman on January 9, 1936, in Dallas, Texas, is an American actress and author. She began her professional acting career at the Margo Jones Theatre and gained national attention for her role as Peter Boyle’s mousy wife in the film “Joe” in 1970. Callan has had a diverse career spanning film, television, and theater, with notable roles including Martha Kent in the TV series “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman” and Elizabeth in the Christian drama “The Chosen.” She has also appeared in films such as “American Gigolo” (1980) and “Knives Out” (2019). Callan has authored several books on the entertainment industry and received her acting training at HB Studio in New York City. She was married to author James Ruskin Callan and they have three children.
Acted in 108
2020s
- 2026
- 2025
- 2023
- 2022
The Magic Of Passion
Leslie
Shedding Angels
Candice Murphy
2010s
- 2019
- 2013
- 2012
- 2011
- 2010
2000s
- 2009
Coyote County Loser
Maggie Hopps
- 2008
- 2007
Drive
Ceal Cousins (uncredited) · 1 episode
- 2006
Four Kings
Mrs. Grayson · 1 episode
Midnight Clear
Eva
- 2005
- 2004
- 2003
- 2002
Devious Beings
Lady Jane
- 2001
- 2000
1990s
- 1999
A Fare to Remember
Ginny
- 1998
Mr. Murder
Alice Stillwater
- 1997
- 1996
- 1995
Saved By The Light
Dannion's Mother
- 1994
Birdland
TV
- 1993
- 1991
Flight of Black Angel
Mrs. Gordon
1980s
- 1989
- 1987
The Return of the Shaggy Dog
Betty's Mom
- 1986
- 1985
Sara
TV
- 1984
E/R
TV
- 1982
Fast-Walking
Motel Manager
- 1981
Splendor in the Grass
Miss Metcalf
This House Possessed
Lucille
- 1980
Secrets of Midland Heights
Hilda Carroll · 4 episodes
A Change of Seasons
Alice Bingham
1970s
- 1979
The Onion Field
Mrs. Powell
Ike
Mrs. Westerfield
Ike
Mrs. Wetserfield · 1 episode
Fast Break
Ms. Tidwell
- 1978
A Question of Love
Reporter (uncredited)
- 1977
James at 15
Mrs. Stevens
Rafferty
TV
Fish
TV
- 1976
- 1975
- 1974
- 1973
Hail
Mrs. Burd
A Touch of Class
Patty Menkes
- 1972
The Rimers of Eldritch
Evelyn Jackson
- 1971
Lady Liberty
Subway Lady (uncredited)
- 1970
1960s
- 1960
