A. Michael Baldwin
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. A. Michael Baldwin (born April 4, 1963) is an American actor, producer, and screenwriter. He is the son of animator Gerard Baldwin, who worked on classic shows such as The Jetsons, Rocky and Bullwinkle, George of the Jungle and many more.[1] Michael Baldwin began acting in his teens and was also a member of the Teenage Drama Workshop at California State University. He is best known for his roles as Mike in the Phantasm films (except for Phantasm II). Baldwin practices Eastern Mysticism, and in the 1980s temporarily left acting to explore his spirituality. Some of his latest accomplishments are writing, producing, and appearing in Vice Girls, and its sequel. He has also taught acting classes and workshops in Los Angeles. As of March 2005, he teaches acting in Austin, Texas. Description above from the Wikipedia article A. Michael Baldwin, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of A. Michael Baldwin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Horror
The majority of A. Michael Baldwin's filmography leans towards the Horror genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), A. Michael Baldwin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best A. Michael Baldwin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from A. Michael Baldwin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of A. Michael Baldwin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | In Search of Darkness: 1995-1999 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Flay | Billy Salcedo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Phantasm: Ravager | Mike | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Pickaxe | Sheriff Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Brutal | Carl Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Phantasmagoria | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Virtual Girl 2: Virtual Vegas | Dr. Pierson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Phantasm IV: Oblivion | Mike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Vice Girls | Tralaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Phantasm III: Lord of the Dead | Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Phantasm II | Young Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Phantasm | Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Kenny & Company | Doug | Hit | Similar → |
A. Michael Baldwin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of A. Michael Baldwin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring A. Michael Baldwin is "In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has A. Michael Baldwin acted in?
A. Michael Baldwin has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by A. Michael Baldwin?
Other notable films include "Kenny & Company", "Phantasmagoria", and "Phantasm".