Tim Matheson

Tim Matheson (born Timothy Lewis Matthieson; December 31, 1947) is an American actor, director and producer. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of the smooth-talking Eric 'Otter' Stratton in the 1978 comedy Animal House. His other well-known roles are as Vernon 'Doc' Mullins on Netflix's Virgin River, Henry Kaslan in the remake of Child's Play (2019), Dr. Brick Breeland on CW's Hart of Dixie, Vance Wilder Sr. in National Lampoon's Van Wilder, John Hoynes on West Wing, Al Donnelly in Black Sheep, Alan Stanwyk in Fletch, Officer Phil Sweet in Magnum Force, David Poe in How to Commit Marriage, Mike Beardsley in Yours, Mine & Ours (1968), and Mark Harmon in Divorce American Style.

He also voiced the cartoon character roles of Jonny Quest, Jace in Space Ghost and Dino Boy, and Samson in Young Samson & Goliath.

Tim Matheson is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 23 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes 9-1-1: Nashville (2025), Virgin River (2019), Child's Play (2019), Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest (2015), Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead (2015), Hart of Dixie (2011), Behind Enemy Lines III: Colombia (2009), Don't Come Knocking (2005). The recorded credits span 1966 to 2025, including 17 movies and 6 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.