Hal Sparks
ActingAbout Hal Sparks
Harry Magee 'Hal' Sparks III (born September 25, 1969) is a European-American businessman, entrepreneur, actor, comedian, musician, political commentator, and television personality. He is known for his contributions to VH1, hosting E!'s Talk Soup, and his roles as Michael Novotny on the American TV series Queer as Folk, Donald Davenport in Lab Rats, and as the voice of Tak in Tak and the Power of Juju television series and video games. After a successful run with Second City, he began performing at numerous comedy clubs including The Improv, The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory and at Comic Relief's American Comedy Festival. For five seasons, he co-starred as Michael on the hit series Queer as Folk. His numerous television appearances include VH1s hit pop culture series I Love the 70s/80s/90s, The Tonight Show, Larry King Live, Charlie Rose, Good Morning America, The View, Politically Incorrect, The Late, Late Show and Hollywood Squares.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hal Sparks reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Hal Sparks's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hal Sparks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Spider-Man 2, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hal Sparks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hal Sparks's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hal Sparks.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Schoolboy Dreams Cum True | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Bachelor Lions | Lance Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | The A-List | Brad Schultz | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Slip Away | Seth | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Marijuana: A Chronic History | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Hal Sparks: Charmageddon | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Extract | Guitar Salesman #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Face is Familiar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dead Space: Downfall | Ramirez (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Science of Superman | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Spider-Man 2 | Elevator Passenger | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Lightning Bug | Deputy Dale | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star | Publisher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Bleacher Bums | Richie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dr. Dolittle 2 | School Fish #1 (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dude, Where's My Car? | Zoltan | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Lost & Found | DJ | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Chopper Chicks in Zombietown | Lance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Frog | Jim | Flop | Similar → |
Hal Sparks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hal Sparks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hal Sparks is "Spider-Man 2" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Hal Sparks acted in?
Hal Sparks has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hal Sparks?
Other notable films include "Hal Sparks: Charmageddon", "Bleacher Bums", and "Dead Space: Downfall".