Michael Gorrin - Actor Profile

Michael Gorrin

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
11Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 7, 1914

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Gorrin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael Gorrin's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Gorrin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael Gorrin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michael Gorrin's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) movie poster
★7.5

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three: In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers. Even if it's paid, how could they get

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three

1974•Crime
★7.1
...And Justice for All (1979) movie poster
★7.1

...And Justice for All: An ethical Baltimore defense lawyer disgusted with rampant legal corruption is forced to defend a judge he despises in a

...And Justice for All

1979•Drama
★6.9
Stardust Memories (1980) movie poster
★6.9

Stardust Memories: While attending a retrospect of his work, a filmmaker recalls his life and his loves: the inspirations for his films.

Stardust Memories

1980•Comedy
★6.2
Slow Dancing In The Big City (1978) movie poster
★6.2

Slow Dancing In The Big City: An aging out of shape reporter falls for a pretty but seriously ill ballerina.

Slow Dancing In The Big City

1978•Drama
★6.0
Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot (1981) movie poster
★6.0

Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot: Cagney and Lacey are two female New York policewomen doing their job as best they can in a male-dominated police departm

Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot

1981•Thriller

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Gorrin.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot Hasidic Broker Average Similar →
1980 Stardust Memories Questions Askers - Screening Hit Similar →
1980 Hero at Large Mr. Rothberg Average Similar →
1980 Windows Sam Marx Flop Similar →
1979 ...And Justice for All Elderly Man Hit Similar →
1978 Slow Dancing In The Big City Lester Edelman Average Similar →
1975 Deadly Hero - Average Similar →
1975 Zalmen, or The Madness of God Avrom Flop Similar →
1974 The Taking of Pelham One Two Three The Old Man Super Hit Similar →
1971 J.T. Mr. Rosen Flop Similar →
1937 Green Fields Levy Yitzchok - 'Levi Yitskhok' Flop Similar →

Michael Gorrin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Gorrin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Gorrin is "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Michael Gorrin acted in?

Michael Gorrin has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Gorrin?

Other notable films include "...And Justice for All", "Stardust Memories", and "Slow Dancing In The Big City".