Mitch Eakins
ActingAbout Mitch Eakins
Mitch Eakins was born and raised in Wilmington, North Carolina. He studied acting with legendary teacher Lucile McIntyre, who encouraged him to devote his life to the performing arts. Eakins graduated at the top of his class with a Film Studies degree at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He went on to study at Stella Adler in Manhattan and in 2017 became a member of the BGB studio in Los Angeles, California. Mitch is an original cast member in L.A's longest running play Point Break Live and went on to play Goose in the Top Gun Parody Tom Gun Live. He recurred for two seasons on the AMC series Turn: Washington's Spies as the duplicitous and dashing Major William Bradford. In April 2020 he can be seen in at least 8 episodes playing Detective Tommy Roberts in Antonie Fuqua's New Orleans based thriller #freerayshawn. Mitch is an avid surfer, a dedicated father and husband, and a passionate advocate for ocean conservation. Mitch is married to actress Melanie Minichino. They met doing a touring comedy show.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mitch Eakins reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Mitch Eakins'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), Mitch Eakins remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wave Goodbye, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mitch Eakins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mitch Eakins's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mitch Eakins.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Rhythm Is a Dancer | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Highwaymen | Fancy Dan #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Better Days | Red | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Finding Josephine | John Robison | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mara | Martin Ellis | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Dolly Parton's Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love | Floyd | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Josephine | John Robison | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Last Girl | Bo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Flock of Dudes | Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Wave Goodbye | Sgt. Mitch Preston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Evil Bong 3: The Wrath of Bong | Bachman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Evil Bong 2: King Bong | Bachman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Tunnel Rats | Private Peter Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Evil Bong | Bachman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Glory Road | Dick Myers | Hit | Similar → |
Mitch Eakins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mitch Eakins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mitch Eakins is "Wave Goodbye" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mitch Eakins acted in?
Mitch Eakins has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mitch Eakins?
Other notable films include "Glory Road", "The Highwaymen", and "The Last Girl".