Mike Van Arsdale
ActingAbout Mike Van Arsdale
Born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa, van Arsdale has a very decorated background in wrestling. He attended Waterloo West High School, and compiled a record of 20-6 as a sophomore, went 28-2 while also winning a state championship as a junior, and then went 27-3 while being a state-runner up in his senior year. Van Arsdale then won a Junior National title and was a Junior World runner-up title before continuing his career in college at Iowa State University. A first-team freshman All-American, van Arsdale placed sixth in the NCAA tournament as a sophomore (1985) and placed third in his junior season (1986). As a senior, he was the 1988 NCAA Division 1 collegiate wrestling champion at 167 lb (76 kg). After college, van Arsdale won a World Cup Championship in 1991, a CISM (military) World Championship, was a two-time Olympic alternate, and a six-time member of the National Freestyle Wrestling team. van Arsdale was inducted into the Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2011.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mike Van Arsdale reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Mike Van Arsdale'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mike Van Arsdale remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in UFC 52: Couture vs. Liddell 2, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mike Van Arsdale Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mike Van Arsdale's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mike Van Arsdale.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | UFC 57: Liddell vs. Couture 3 | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | UFC 54: Boiling Point | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | UFC 52: Couture vs. Liddell 2 | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | IVC 6: The Challenge | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | UFC 17: Redemption | Self | Average | Similar → |
Mike Van Arsdale - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mike Van Arsdale?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mike Van Arsdale is "UFC 52: Couture vs. Liddell 2" with a rating of 6.8/10.
How many movies has Mike Van Arsdale acted in?
Mike Van Arsdale has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mike Van Arsdale?
Other notable films include "UFC 57: Liddell vs. Couture 3", "UFC 54: Boiling Point", and "UFC 17: Redemption".