Actor
Walter Koenig
- Born: 14 September 1936, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Estimated net worth: $8 million
Walter Koenig is an American actor best known for his role as Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series. He has had a diverse career spanning television and film, with notable appearances in projects like Babylon 5. Koenig is recognized for his distinct…
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About Walter Koenig
Walter Koenig is an American actor best known for his role as Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series. He has had a diverse career spanning television and film, with notable appearances in projects like Babylon 5. Koenig is recognized for his distinct voice and contributions to science fiction, establishing a loyal fan base over decades.
- Born
- 14 September 1936, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died
- 25 October 2026
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
- Spouses
- Barbara Koenig (1965-present)
- Children
- 1 child, Andrew Koenig
- Parents
- Harry Koenig, Esther Koenig
- Estimated net worth
- $8 million
Fun facts about Walter Koenig
- Koenig was the first actor from the original Star Trek series to appear in a Star Trek film, making his debut in Star Trek: The Motion Picture.
- He has a background in writing and has penned several works, including episodes for Star Trek and other television series.
Famous Walter Koenig quotes
“I think I can safely say that nobody understands the Star Trek phenomenon.”
“I am Pavel Chekov, and I have a very special mission.”
“You know, I was never really good at being a hero.”
Walter Koenig filmography
Cast (89)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World Movie | Self | |
| 2026 | Star Trek: Legenden TV | Self - Pavel Chekov | |
| 2026 | For the Love of Star Trek Movie | Self | 1.0 |
| 2025 | Lost Voyages: Phase II and the Rebirth of Star Trek Movie | Self | |
| 2025 | Raging Midlife Movie | Otis | |
| 2024 | The D-Con Chamber TV | Self | |
| 2023 | Star Trek: Picard - The IMAX Live Series Finale Event Movie | Anton Chekov (voice) | 7.8 |
| 2022 | Way of Tomorrow: The Evolution of Science Fiction Movies Movie | Self - (archive footage) | 2.0 |
| 2022 | The Shuttlepod Show TV | Self | 10.0 |
| 2022 | In Search of Tomorrow Movie | Self - Interviewee | 6.8 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 2021 | Woman in Motion Movie | Self | 6.8 |
| 2020 | Unbelievable!!!!! Movie | Fireman Frank | 4.1 |
| 2020 | Star Trek: Picard TV | President Anton Chekov (voice) | 7.2 |
| 2018 | Diminuendo Movie | Milton Green | 4.0 |
| 2017 | Neil Stryker and The Tyrant of Time Movie | Ray Nabroski (future) | 5.0 |
| 2016 | Star Trek: The Original Series - The Roddenberry Vault TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 2016 | Star Trek: Inside the Roddenberry Vault Movie | Self | 5.8 |
| 2016 | For the Love of Spock Movie | Self | 7.4 |
| 2016 | 50 Years of Star Trek Movie | Self | 6.2 |
| 2015 | Star Trek: Renegades Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2015 | Star Trek: Renegades TV | Admiral Chekov | |
| 2015 | Cowboys & Engines Movie | Professor Timéon | 5.0 |
| 2014 | To Be Takei Movie | Self | 7.2 |
| 2013 | The Captains Close Up TV | Self | 6.6 |
| 2013 | Blue Dream Movie | Lassie | 4.3 |
| 2012 | Backyard Blockbusters Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2012 | Handball Movie | Captain | |
| 2011 | The Captains Movie | Self | 6.4 |
| 2009 | Bring Back... Star Trek Movie | Self | 3.5 |
| 2008 | Shatner's Raw Nerve TV | Self | 4.0 |
| 2008 | Bone Eater Movie | Coogan | 3.3 |
| 2008 | InAlienable Movie | Dr. Shilling | 3.1 |
| 2006 | Mad Cowgirl Movie | Pastor Dylan | 4.5 |
| 2006 | 40 Years of Star Trek Movie | Self | 3.8 |
| 2005 | How William Shatner Changed the World Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.7 |
| 2005 | Bring Back... TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2004 | Collectormania 6 Movie | Self | |
| 2004 | Kiss 'N' Tell: Romance in the 23rd Century Movie | Unknown character | 4.2 |
| 2003 | Maximum Surge Movie | Drexel | 2.7 |
| 2002 | After They Were Famous TV | Self | 6.5 |
| 2000 | Drawing Down the Moon Movie | Joe Merchant | 7.5 |
| 2000 | Son of the Beach TV | Unknown character | 6.3 |
| 1999 | Futurama TV | Walter Koenig (voice) | 8.4 |
| 1997 | Trekkies Movie | Self | 6.3 |
| 1997 | Space Cadets TV | Self | 8.3 |
| 1996 | Star Trek: 30 Years and Beyond Movie | Self | 5.6 |
| 1996 | Sworn to Justice Movie | Dr. Breitenheim | 5.3 |
| 1996 | William Shatner's Star Trek Memories Movie | Self | 4.8 |
| 1995 | Almost Perfect TV | Unknown character | 7.8 |
| 1994 | Star Trek: A Captain's Log Movie | Self | 5.7 |
| 1994 | William Shatner: Captain's Log Movie | Self | 2.0 |
| 1994 | Star Trek: Generations Movie | Commander Pavel Chekov | 6.5 |
| 1994 | Babylon 5 TV | Alfred Bester | 8.0 |
| 1993 | Diagnosis: Murder TV | Quinn Trask | 7.1 |
| 1993 | Star Trek: Deep Space Nine TV | Ensign Pavel Chekov | 7.9 |
| 1991 | Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country Movie | Cmdr. Pavel Chekov | 7.0 |
| 1991 | Star Trek: 25th Anniversary Special Movie | Self | 5.9 |
| 1989 | Prisoners of Gravity TV | Self | 5.9 |
| 1989 | Star Trek V: The Final Frontier Movie | Cmdr. Pavel Chekov | 5.7 |
| 1989 | Moontrap Movie | Col. Jason Grant | 4.8 |
| 1988 | The Star Trek Saga: From One Generation to the Next Movie | Self | 2.5 |
| 1986 | Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home Movie | Cmdr. Pavel Chekov | 7.2 |
| 1986 | The Real Ghostbusters TV | Vladimir Maximov / Followers (voice) | 7.7 |
| 1986 | Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors Movie | Self | 6.7 |
| 1984 | Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Movie | Cmdr. Pavel Chekov | 6.6 |
| 1984 | Surprise, Surprise TV | Self | 5.7 |
| 1983 | Antony and Cleopatra Movie | Pompey | 6.5 |
| 1982 | Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Movie | Cmdr. Pavel Chekov | 7.5 |
| 1980 | The Starlost: The Alien Oro Movie | Oro | 7.0 |
| 1979 | Star Trek: The Motion Picture Movie | Chekov | 6.5 |
| 1974 | Nightmare Honeymoon Movie | Deputy Sheriff | 5.5 |
| 1974 | The Questor Tapes Movie | Administrative Assistant | 5.9 |
| 1973 | The Starlost TV | Oro | 7.5 |
| 1971 | Goodbye, Raggedy Ann Movie | Jerry | |
| 1971 | Columbo TV | Sergeant Johnson | 8.1 |
| 1967 | Mannix TV | Unknown character | 6.9 |
| 1967 | Ironside TV | Unknown character | 6.8 |
| 1966 | Jericho TV | Unknown character | 7.3 |
| 1966 | Star Trek TV | Pavel Chekov | 8.0 |
| 1965 | Gidget TV | Unknown character | 6.8 |
| 1963 | Mr. Novak TV | Alexsei Dubov | 7.3 |
| 1963 | Mr. Novak TV | Paul Ryder | 7.3 |
| 1963 | Mr. Novak TV | Jim Carsey | 7.3 |
| 1963 | The Lieutenant TV | Sgt. John Delwyn | 7.0 |
| 1962 | The Alfred Hitchcock Hour TV | Tiger | 7.9 |
| 1961 | Ben Casey TV | Unknown character | 5.9 |
| 1959 | The Untouchables TV | Student (uncredited) | 8.0 |
| TBA | The Con of Wrath: The Craziest Convention Ever! Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (7)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Handball Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2008 | InAlienable Movie | Writer · Writing | 3.1 |
| 2008 | InAlienable Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 3.1 |
| 1982 | The Powers of Matthew Star TV | Writer · Writing | 5.8 |
| 1976 | Family TV | Writer · Writing | 7.2 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Land of the Lost TV | Writer · Writing | 7.1 |
| 1973 | Star Trek TV | Writer · Writing | 6.8 |
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Questions about Walter Koenig
What is Walter Koenig best known for?
Walter Koenig is best known for portraying Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series and its subsequent films.
Has Walter Koenig won any awards?
Walter Koenig has received several accolades, including a Saturn Award for Best Guest Starring Role on television for his work on Babylon 5.
What was Walter Koenig's first film?
Walter Koenig's first film was 'The Young Doctors' released in 1961, where he played a minor role.
What are some of Walter Koenig's most successful films?
Some of Walter Koenig's most successful films include 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture,' 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,' and 'Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home.'
Is Walter Koenig involved in writing?
Yes, Walter Koenig is also a writer and has contributed scripts for Star Trek and other television series throughout his career.
What is Walter Koenig's estimated net worth?
Walter Koenig's estimated net worth is approximately $8 million, reflecting his long career in acting and writing.
What other television shows has Walter Koenig appeared in?
In addition to Star Trek, Walter Koenig appeared in shows like Babylon 5, The Twilight Zone, and The Outer Limits.
How many children does Walter Koenig have?
Walter Koenig has one child, Andrew Koenig, who was also an actor known for his role in 'Growing Pains.'