Hollywood’s Shortest Actors, Ranked
Hollywood is packed with talent of every size, and plenty of fan-favorites stand far below the average leading-man height. Measured without shoes, many of these stars have official or widely cited listings that fans love to compare—and few places catalog those bare-foot estimates as consistently as CelebHeights. Below is a friendly countdown of 25 male actors known for being on the shorter side, along with their commonly referenced heights and a reminder of the big roles that made them household names.
To keep things tidy and comparable, heights below come from individual CelebHeights pages, which compile quotes, agency data, and in-person comparisons. The order runs from the relatively “tall” end of this short list all the way down to the tiniest scene-stealers on record—proof that memorable screen presence isn’t measured in inches.
25. Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe is listed at 5ft 4½in (about 164 cm). Beyond his breakout as the title wizard in the ‘Harry Potter’ films, he has stacked up acclaimed stage work and a range of screen roles, from offbeat comedies to darker thrillers, showing up everywhere from indie productions to broad studio projects.
Across film and television, Radcliffe has embraced characters that diverge from his early franchise persona—voice roles, biographical portrayals, and genre experiments included. His stature has never limited the diversity of those parts; on set, he’s been matched with performers of all sizes through standard camera techniques and blocking.
24. Jason Alexander
Jason Alexander, known to many for ‘Seinfeld’, is listed at 5ft 4½in (about 163.8 cm). His film and TV résumé spans sitcoms, animation voice work, and stage, where he’s also directed and headlined musical theater, leveraging sharp timing and a versatile singing background.
In interviews and social posts, Alexander has noted his compact frame with humor while staying consistent about being around the mid-five-foot range. His career covers everything from ‘Pretty Woman’ to long Broadway stints, and he continues to appear across TV guest roles and live productions.
23. Ken Davitian
Ken Davitian is listed at 5ft 3½in (about 161 cm). He’s best recognized for scene-stealing turns in comedies and crime capers, often playing intense or deadpan characters alongside much taller co-stars.
Davitian’s credits span studio features and television arcs, with his listed height appearing on his CelebHeights profile and category pages that group male celebs at the same stature. Those references make him a frequent inclusion in height comparisons around modern comedies.
22. Joe Pesci
Joe Pesci, listed at 5ft 3in (about 160 cm), built a reputation in classics ranging from ‘Goodfellas’ and ‘Casino’ to ‘Home Alone’ and ‘My Cousin Vinny’. His compact build contrasted memorably with castmates in crime epics and comedies alike.
Pesci’s height appears consistently on his CelebHeights page, which cites publicity materials and comparisons. Despite standing near the bottom of the average American male range, he’s delivered some of cinema’s most forceful performances in ensemble casts.
21. Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart is listed at 5ft 2½in (about 159 cm). The stand-up star turned film lead has headlined studio comedies, buddy actioners, and family titles, often playing off his stature in promotional bits while keeping his official listing consistent on height trackers.
Hart’s page compiles quotes and appearances where he references his size directly. On screen, he’s been paired with taller co-leads in films like ‘Central Intelligence’ and ‘Ride Along’, with framing and stunt work standardizing shots across height differences.
20. Seth Green
Seth Green is listed at 5ft 2½in (about 159 cm). He’s known for live-action roles in films like ‘The Italian Job’ and for creating and voicing ‘Robot Chicken’, alongside extensive voice work in animation and video games.
Green’s compact stature is frequently cited in entertainment press roundups and fan forums, and CelebHeights places him in the same 5ft 2½in category as several fellow comedic actors. His production work has kept him a fixture behind the mic and camera.
19. David Faustino
David Faustino, listed at 5ft 2½in (about 159 cm), rose to fame on ‘Married… with Children’ and has since appeared across TV guest spots and voice roles. His long run on network sitcoms made him a familiar height reference for 1990s television.
Faustino’s page groups him with other male celebs of the same stature, reflecting consensus that he’s in the lower-five-foot range. He’s remained active with voice acting and streaming-era cameos.
18. Pat Morita
Pat Morita is listed at 5ft 2½in (about 159 cm). Best known as Mr. Miyagi in ‘The Karate Kid’ franchise, he also logged decades of television work, from ‘Happy Days’ to crime dramas and sitcom guest arcs.
Morita’s height has been part of casting notes and fan discussions for years, with CelebHeights standardizing the 5ft 2½in figure. His performance legacy spans comedy and heartfelt mentorship roles that defined multiple generations.
17. Dudley Moore
Dudley Moore is listed at 5ft 2½in (about 159 cm). A classically trained musician and comic actor, he headlined hits like ‘Arthur’ and ’10’, often paired with much taller co-stars in romantic comedies.
Moore’s profile anchors him in the same 5ft 2½in cohort as several contemporary comedians. His combination of piano prowess and screen charm kept him prominent across British and American projects.
16. Matthew Moy
Matthew Moy is listed at 5ft 0in (about 152 cm). He’s widely recognized for ‘2 Broke Girls’ and has contributed to multiple animated series and game voice performances.
Moy is cataloged in CelebHeights’ “Shortest Men” tag alongside other male performers around the five-foot mark, a set that’s frequently referenced in TV ensemble comparisons.
15. Nhut Le
Nhut Le, listed at 5ft 0in (about 152 cm), broke out to wider audiences with a notable role in ‘Peacemaker’ and has appeared in indie features and short-form projects.
His listing appears in the site’s shortest-men category, putting him among a handful of working actors at or near five feet who’ve made recent strides in comic-book and action-adjacent titles.
14. Danny DeVito
Danny DeVito is listed at 4ft 10in (about 147 cm). His filmography runs from ‘Romancing the Stone’ and ‘Batman Returns’ to long-running TV with ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’.
DeVito’s CelebHeights entry also notes older self-quotes about being “under five feet,” with the page treating 4ft 10in as the reliable reference for his adult height.
13. Peter Dinklage
Peter Dinklage is listed at 4ft 4in (about 132 cm). International audiences know him best as Tyrion Lannister in ‘Game of Thrones’, with additional standout turns in ‘The Station Agent’, ‘Elf’, ‘Death at a Funeral’ and ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’.
Dinklage’s page includes press quotes where he mentions being about four-and-a-half feet tall. His on-screen range has spanned sardonic comedy, drama, and blockbuster action.
12. Deep Roy
Deep Roy is listed at 4ft 4in (about 132 cm). He’s appeared in ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, ‘Star Trek’, and numerous cult TV series, often taking on creature, stunt, and character roles that rely on physical performance.
His credits stretch back decades, with his compact stature making him a go-to for highly specific parts across sci-fi and fantasy franchises while still playing straight character roles.
11. Rusty Goffe
Rusty Goffe is listed at 4ft 2in (about 127 cm). He’s known for ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, appearances in ‘Star Wars’, and multiple ‘Harry Potter’ entries, frequently working in prosthetics and ensemble scenes.
Goffe’s page records his self-stated height and notes footwear context in convention photos that help anchor comparisons. His résumé includes stage and television credits in Britain.
10. Kiran Shah
Kiran Shah is listed at 4ft 1½in (about 125.7 cm). A veteran actor-stuntman, he’s contributed to fantasy mainstays including ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ and ‘Legend’, often combining acting with precision stunt doubling.
Shah’s listing references Guinness mentions and his own 4ft 1½in claim, with multiple photo comparisons on the page. He remains one of the most frequently cited performers at this height.
9. Martin Klebba
Martin Klebba is listed at 4ft 0in (about 122 cm). He’s appeared in the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ series and a range of action-comedy projects, often performing his own stunts.
Klebba’s page groups him among the shortest working male actors and notes his convention appearances that allow like-for-like height photos alongside other cast members.
8. Leigh Gill
Leigh Gill is listed at 4ft 0in (about 122 cm). He drew widespread notice from ‘Joker’ and has continued to land roles in features and TV that lean on quick-hit comedic and dramatic beats.
Gill’s profile logs the figure via talent-agency listings and on-set comparisons, placing him in the site’s 4-foot category with fellow character actors.
7. Hervé Villechaize
Hervé Villechaize is listed at 3ft 10in (about 116.8 cm). He became famous on TV’s ‘Fantasy Island’ and for playing Nick Nack in the James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’.
Villechaize’s page compiles production stills and era press that consistently cite him just under four feet. His distinctive voice and physicality made him one of the most recognizable television personalities of his time.
6. Billy Barty
Billy Barty is listed at 3ft 9in (about 114 cm). An American screen veteran, he appeared in ‘Legend’, ‘Willow’, and ‘Masters of the Universe’, and he founded Little People of America in the 1950s.
Barty’s height is described on his CelebHeights page with references to official materials. His decades-long filmography spans child roles into adult character parts across studio features and TV.
5. Kenny Baker
Kenny Baker is listed at 3ft 8in (about 112 cm). He’s best remembered as R2-D2 in the original ‘Star Wars’ films and appeared in multiple fantasy and family titles throughout his career.
Baker’s page cites his own statement—“I am 3 foot 8 inches tall”—and places him among the franchise performers whose height was central to iconic practical effects work.
4. Michael J. Anderson
Michael J. Anderson is listed at 3ft 7in (about 109 cm). He became a cult favorite through ‘Twin Peaks’ and later featured in ‘Carnivàle’, with additional appearances in genre projects and independent films.
Press clippings on his CelebHeights page describe him directly as “the 3-foot-7 actor,” anchoring his listing, with photo references against co-stars in promo materials.
3. Warwick Davis
Warwick Davis is listed at 3ft 6in (about 107 cm). He’s starred in and produced numerous projects, from ‘Willow’ and ‘Leprechaun’ to prominent roles throughout the ‘Star Wars’ saga and ‘Harry Potter’ films.
Davis’s page cites his widely reported height and long career as a multi-franchise mainstay. He’s also known for work behind the camera and for talent representation initiatives for short-stature performers.
2. Tony Cox
Tony Cox is listed at 3ft 6in (about 106.7 cm). He’s appeared in comedies like ‘Bad Santa’ and ‘Me, Myself & Irene’, often handling physical comedy and precise stunt-adjacent blocking.
Cox’s page includes his own quote—“I’m 3-foot-6”—making the figure one of the most straightforward self-reports on the site. His credits extend across TV guest spots and ensemble feature roles.
1. Verne Troyer
Verne Troyer is listed at 2ft 8in (about 81.3 cm). He became globally famous as Mini-Me in the ‘Austin Powers’ films and worked across TV, commercials, and convention circuits for years.
Troyer’s page references his own tweet confirming the height. He remains one of the most frequently cited examples when discussing the shortest working actors in modern Hollywood history.
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