Movies
* Back to School (1986) - This was Kinison's first major film role. He played the loud, obnoxious, and hilarious college student, "Dave"
* The Last Boy Scout (1991) - He played a detective opposite Bruce Willis.
* The Hard Way (1991) - He played a flamboyant, loud-mouthed talk show host.
* Brain Donors (1992) - This was his last film release, a comedy with John Turturro and Melanie Griffith.
Television
* Saturday Night Live (1985-1986) - He appeared as a cast member, but left after one season.
* The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1985-1992) - Kinison was a frequent guest on Carson's show.
* The Arsenio Hall Show (1989-1992) - Kinison was also a frequent guest on Arsenio Hall's talk show.
Note: Kinison had a few other minor appearances in TV shows and movies, but these are the most notable.
While his career was cut tragically short, Sam Kinison left an undeniable mark on comedy and is remembered for his outrageous, energetic, and uncompromising style.