Michael Whalley - Actor Profile

Michael Whalley

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
10Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Whalley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael Whalley'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Whalley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Field Punishment No.1, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael Whalley Movies Ranked

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

★7.8
Field Punishment No.1 (2014) movie poster
★7.8

Field Punishment No.1: In 1916, the New Zealand Government secretly shipped 14 of the country's most outspoken conscientious objectors to the W

Field Punishment No.1

2014•War
★7.4
Unbroken (2014) movie poster
★7.4

Unbroken: A chronicle of the life of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner who was taken prisoner by Japanese forces during World War

Unbroken

2014•Drama
★6.8
Second Best (2018) movie poster
★6.8

Second Best: Velika and Nouchka are identical twins, but their overbearing mother and their individual fortunes may just sever their

Second Best

2018
★6.7
Slow West (2015) movie poster
★6.7

Slow West: In the Old West, a 17-year-old Scottish boy teams up with a mysterious gunman to find the woman with whom he is infatuat

Slow West

2015•Western
★6.5
Out of the Blue (2006) movie poster
★6.5

Out of the Blue: Ordinary people find extraordinary courage in the face of madness. On 13–14 November 1990 that madness came to Aramoana,

Out of the Blue

2006•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 The Pretend One Hugo Flop Similar →
2018 Second Best Kev Hit Similar →
2016 Jean Beverly Shepherd Flop Similar →
2015 Backtrack Officer Samuels Average Similar →
2015 Slow West The Kid Hit Similar →
2014 Unbroken Stanley Pillsbury Hit Similar →
2014 Pirates of the Airwaves Denis 'Doc' O'Callahan Flop Similar →
2014 Field Punishment No.1 William Little Super Hit Similar →
2010 Matariki Jermaine Average Similar →
2006 Out of the Blue Darren Gibbs Hit Similar →

Michael Whalley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Whalley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Whalley is "Field Punishment No.1" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Michael Whalley acted in?

Michael Whalley has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Whalley?

Other notable films include "Unbroken", "Second Best", and "Slow West".