Kevin Tod Smith

Born: 1963-03-16

Kevin Smith, born Kevin Todd Smith on March 16, 1963, in Auckland, New Zealand, was an actor best known for his role as Ares in the television series "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys." He developed an interest in acting at a young age and pursued a career in the entertainment industry. Smith's breakthrough came when he was cast as the mischievous and manipulative god of war, Ares, in "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys," which aired from 1995 to 1999. His portrayal of Ares made him a fan favorite, and he became a recurring character in the series. Smith's on-screen chemistry with Kevin Sorbo, who played the lead role of Hercules, contributed to the show's success. Outside of his work on "Hercules," Smith also made appearances as Ares in the spin-off series "Xena: Warrior Princess" and in the made-for-television movies based on both shows. His portrayal of Ares showcased his talent for balancing charm, charisma, and villainous tendencies, making him a memorable presence in the world of Greek mythology-themed television. Tragically, Kevin Smith's life was cut short when he suffered a fatal fall during a film production in China on February 15, 2002, at the age of 38. His untimely death was mourned by fans and colleagues alike, as he had left an indelible mark on the "Hercules" and "Xena" franchises with his memorable performance as Ares.


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Young Hercules

as Pelias / Ares
Released: 1998-08-30

At an academy for mythological warriors, 17-year-old Hercules meets Jason, the next in line to...

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as Big Rig Driver (uncredited)
Released: 2001-06-22

Dominic Toretto is a Los Angeles street racer suspected of masterminding a series of big-rig...

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Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus

as Ares
Released: 1998-01-06

Mighty Zeus brings Hercules' mother, Alcmene, to Mount Olympus, and Hercules, believing she has...

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Warriors of Virtue: The Return to Tao

as Dogon
Released: 2002-10-22

Warriors of Virtue: The Return to Tao (set a few years after the original film) sees a new...

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Riverworld

as Valdemar
Released: 2003-03-22

A movie for the Sci Fi Channel based on the book series by Philip José Farmer. The location is...

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Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen

as Ares
Released: 1997-06-01

Members of the audience fight against stage performers set to a specially created Xena/Hercules...

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Lawless: Beyond Justice

as John Lawless
Released: 2001-02-22

Two private investigators discover the truth behind a gangland drug deal gone wrong.

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McLeod's Daughters

as Rod Morgan
Released: 1996-05-11

Tess returns home to Drovers Run, a family-run ranch in Australia’s outback, to reunite with her...

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Lawless: Dead Evidence

as John Lawless
Released: 2001-01-01

A killer thought behind bars is killing again. It's up to John Lawless (Kevin Smith) and Jodie...

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Jubilee

as Max Seddon
Released: 2000-04-13

Billy (Cliff Curtis) is trying to organize the biggest celebration the town of Waimatua has even...

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Dark Desires: Thelma

as uncredited
Released: 1994-10-19

In South Africa, Vincent has spent 5 years in jail for having unintentionally killed a man. Now,...

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Desperate Remedies

as Lawrence Hayes
Released: 1993-11-26

In a town called Hope on the edge of Britain's empire, desperations clash: the beautiful...

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Lawless

as John Lawless
Released: 1999-06-26

An undercover cop who has been undercover for too long has to prepare to make the biggest bust...

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Channelling Baby

as Geoff
Released: 1999-11-18

Destined to be lovers, Bunnie and Geoff are wildly happy together in the 1970's, until...

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Xena: Warrior Princess

as uncredited
First aired: 1995-09-04

Xena is an infamous warrior on a quest to seek redemption for her past sins against the...

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Xena: Warrior Princess

as Ares
First aired: 1995-09-04

Xena is an infamous warrior on a quest to seek redemption for her past sins against the...

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Hercules: The Legendary Journeys

as Iphicles
First aired: 1995-01-29

The legendary son of Zeus journeys across the earth fighting monsters and helping people.

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Hercules: The Legendary Journeys

as Ares
First aired: 1995-01-29

The legendary son of Zeus journeys across the earth fighting monsters and helping people.

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Hercules: The Legendary Journeys

as Jerry Patrick Brown / Ares
First aired: 1995-01-29

The legendary son of Zeus journeys across the earth fighting monsters and helping people.

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Hercules: The Legendary Journeys

as Ares (voice)
First aired: 1995-01-29

The legendary son of Zeus journeys across the earth fighting monsters and helping people.

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FX: The Series

as Ricky Delacruz
First aired: 1996-09-09

Rollie Tyler, a special effects expert, helps his detective friend solve crimes by making...

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The Adventures of Sinbad

as uncredited
First aired: 1996-09-28

The Adventures of Sinbad is a Canadian television series which aired from 1996 to 1998. It...

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Young Hercules

as uncredited
First aired: 1998-09-12

The adventures of the ancient hero in his youth.

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Young Hercules

as Ares
First aired: 1998-09-12

The adventures of the ancient hero in his youth.

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Wildside

as Lenny
First aired: 1997-11-23

Wildside is an Australian police procedural television series broadcast on the ABC from 1997 to...

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I Love the '90s

as Self
First aired: 2004-07-12

I Love the '90s is a television mini-series produced by VH1 in which various music and TV...

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Heartland

as uncredited
First aired: 1994-03-23

Heartland was an Australian television drama series that ran on the Australian Broadcasting...

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City Life

as uncredited
First aired: 1996-07-15

City Life was a New Zealand soap opera that screened on TVNZ from 1996-1998. It was portrayed...

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