K Callan
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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.
Known for
Credits
Knives Out (2019)
as Greatnana Wanetta
Samuel Bleak (2011)
as Elaine
American Gigolo (1980)
as Lisa Williams
Ike (1979)
as Mrs. Westerfield
Why Did I Get Married Too? (2010)
as Ms. Tannenbaum
The Onion Field (1979)
as Mrs. Powell
Frankie and Johnny (1991)
as Frankie's Mother
Sew Torn (2025)
as Ms. Engel
Nine Lives (2005)
as Marisa
Joe (1970)
as May Lou Curran
Bad Day (2026)
Actor
Home (2003)
as Grammy Lou
Border to Border (1998)
as Mrs. Piston
A Touch of Class (1973)
as Patty Menkes
The Unborn (1991)
as Martha Wellington
This House Possessed (1981)
as Lucille
Not That Funny (2012)
as Toogey Richmonde
Flight of Black Angel (1991)
as Mrs. Gordon
Coyote County Loser (2009)
as Maggie Hopps
A Change of Seasons (1980)
as Alice Bingham
Fast-Walking (1982)
as Motel Manager
Mr. Murder (1998)
as Alice Stillwater
The Return of the Shaggy Dog (1987)
as Betty's Mom
Lady Liberty (1971)
as Subway Lady (uncredited)
Saved By The Light (1995)
as Dannion's Mother
Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac (1984)
as Barbara Hamilton
Fast Break (1979)
as Ms. Tidwell
Midnight Clear (2006)
as Eva
Splendor in the Grass (1981)
as Miss Metcalf
Crazylove (2005)
as Mrs. Hallstrom
Shedding Angels (2022)
as Candice Murphy
A Fare to Remember (1999)
as Ginny
A Question of Love (1978)
as Reporter (uncredited)
Hail (1973)
as Mrs. Burd
The Rimers of Eldritch (1972)
as Evelyn Jackson
The Magic Of Passion (2022)
as Leslie
James at 15 (1977)
as Mrs. Stevens
Devious Beings (2002)
as Lady Jane
Midnight Clear (2005)
as Eva