
Michael Stuhlbarg
ActingAbout Michael Stuhlbarg
Michael Stuhlbarg (/ˈstuːlˌbɑːrɡ/ STOOL-barg; born July 5, 1968) is an American actor. He is known as a character actor, having portrayed a variety of roles in film, television, and theatre. He has received several awards, including nominations for two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Tony Awards, and a Golden Globe Award. He rose to prominence as troubled university professor Larry Gopnik in the 2009 dark comedy film A Serious Man, directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. Stuhlbarg has since become known as a character actor and has appeared in numerous films and television series portraying real-life figures, such as George Yeaman in Lincoln (2012), Lew Wasserman in Hitchcock (2012), Andy Hertzfeld in Steve Jobs (2015), Edward G. Robinson in Trumbo (2015), Abe Rosenthal in The Post (2017), and Stanley Edgar Hyman in Shirley (2020). His other supporting roles include Hugo (2011), Men in Black 3 (2012), Blue Jasmine (2013), Pawn Sacrifice (2014), Arrival (2016), Call Me by Your Name and The Shape of Water (both 2017), and Bones and All (2022). He joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing as Nicodemus West in Doctor Strange (2016) and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). On television, he portrayed Arnold Rothstein in HBO's Boardwalk Empire (2010–2013), Richard A. Clarke in The Looming Tower (2018), and Richard Sackler in Dopesick (2021), receiving Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie nominations for the latter two. He also acted in FX's Fargo (2017), Showtime's Your Honour (2020–2023), and HBO's The Staircase (2022). On stage, Stuhlbarg has acted in numerous productions, including the 2005 debut of Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman on Broadway, for which he won a Drama Desk Award and received a Tony Award nomination. He returned to Broadway playing Boris Berezovsky in Peter Morgan's Patriots (2024) and received a second Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Stuhlbarg, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Stuhlbarg reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Michael Stuhlbarg'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 56% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Stuhlbarg remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Call Me by Your Name, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Michael Stuhlbarg Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Stuhlbarg's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Stuhlbarg.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Digger | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | After the Hunt | Frederik Imhoff | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Amateur | Schiller | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Instigators | Mr. Besegai | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Bones and All | Jake | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Dr. Nic West | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Salvatore: Shoemaker of Dreams | Self - Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | American Oz | L. Frank Baum (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Shirley | Stanley Hyman | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Post | Abe Rosenthal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Shape of Water | Dr. Robert Hoffstetler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Call Me by Your Name | Mr. Perlman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Miss Sloane | Pat Connors | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Arrival | Agent Halpern | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Doctor Strange | Dr. Nicodemus West | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Miles Ahead | Harper Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Trumbo | Edward G. Robinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Steve Jobs | Andy Hertzfeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pawn Sacrifice | Paul Marshall | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Carvalho's Journey | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Final Shot: A Farewell to Boardwalk Empire | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cut Bank | Derby Milton | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The 50 Year Argument | Narration | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Afternoon of a Faun: Tanaquil Le Clercq | Jerome Robbins (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Blue Jasmine | Dr. Flicker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hitchcock | Lew Wasserman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lincoln | George Yeaman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Seven Psychopaths | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Men in Black 3 | Griffin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hugo | René Tabard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Goldstar, Ohio | The Interviewer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | A Serious Man | Larry Gopnik | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Cold Souls | Hedge Fund Consultant | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Afterschool | Mr. Burke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Body of Lies | Ferris' Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Trials of J. Robert Oppenheimer | Edward Teller | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Key to Reserva | Louis Bernard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Solidarity | Paweł | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Grey Zone | Cohen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Invention of Love | Alfred William Pollard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Hunley | Wicks | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Price Above Rubies | Young Hassid | Flop | Similar → |
Michael Stuhlbarg - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Stuhlbarg?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Stuhlbarg is "Call Me by Your Name" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Michael Stuhlbarg acted in?
Michael Stuhlbarg has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Stuhlbarg?
Other notable films include "American Oz", "Arrival", and "Miss Sloane".




