Mikhail Orlov

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

12Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 5, 1923

Birth Place: Moscow, RSFSR, USSR

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mikhail Orlov reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Mikhail Orlov'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mikhail Orlov remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Footprint in the Ocean, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Mikhail Orlov Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mikhail Orlov's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

Footprint in the Ocean:

Footprint in the Ocean

1965•Adventure

★6.6

The Tale of Tsar Saltan (1967) movie poster

★6.6

The Tale of Tsar Saltan: Based on a famous fairy tale, in verse, by Alexander Pushkin, this ravishingly beautiful fantasy is about love, magic, b

The Tale of Tsar Saltan

1967•Family

★6.0

★6.0

Pass: Young Daniyar drives his car along the mountain roads of the Tien Shan. One day, returning from a trip, he meets Asel. T

Pass

1961

★6.0

Vacations in the Stone Age (1968) movie poster

★6.0

Vacations in the Stone Age: A group of young scientists conducts an experiment, putting themselves in the conditions of the people of the Stone Age.

Vacations in the Stone Age

1968•Adventure

★6.0

Captain of the First Rank (1958) movie poster

★6.0

Captain of the First Rank: Zakhar Psaltyrev went through many ordeals in the royal fleet, where massacres and bullying of people became a custom. O

Captain of the First Rank

1958•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mikhail Orlov.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1968	Vacations in the Stone Age	-	Average	Similar →
1967	Морские рассказы	Semyonov	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Tale of Tsar Saltan	6th shipmaster	Hit	Similar →
1965	The Invincible Battalion	Viktor Alekseyev	Flop	Similar →
1965	The Watermelon Trip	буровик	Flop	Similar →
1965	Footprint in the Ocean	Diversant	Super Hit	Similar →
1961	Pass	-	Average	Similar →
1961	The Trial of Madmen	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Save Our Souls	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Russian Souvenir	minister (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1958	Captain of the First Rank	Zakhar Psaltyryov	Average	Similar →
1957	Herdsman's Song	-	Flop	Similar →

Mikhail Orlov - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mikhail Orlov?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mikhail Orlov is "Footprint in the Ocean" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Mikhail Orlov acted in?

Mikhail Orlov has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mikhail Orlov?

Other notable films include "The Tale of Tsar Saltan", "Pass", and "Vacations in the Stone Age".