Ned Beatty, precisely 5ft 8 (172.7 cm) tall, was an American actor whose average height perfectly suited his iconic everyman roles, enhancing his relatable and vulnerable screen presence across decades of cinema.
- In Deliverance (1972), his 5ft 8 stature amplified the terror and humanity of Bobby Trippe during the harrowing canoe trip.
- His height contributed to memorable supporting turns in Network (1976), All the President's Men (1976), and as the bumbling Otis opposite Superman in Superman (1978).
- Beatty's compact 172.7 cm frame grounded characters in films like Nashville (1975), Silver Streak (1976), and Toy Story 3 (2010), making him a go-to for authentic, height-appropriate portrayals.
Throughout his career, Beatty's exact 5ft 8 height defined his versatility in over 150 films and TV appearances.