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