
Harold Perrineau
ActingAbout Harold Perrineau
Harold Perrineau (born August 7, 1963) is an American actor known for the roles of Michael Dawson in the U.S. television series Lost, Link in The Matrix films and games, Augustus Hill in the American television series Oz, and Mercutio in Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet. He recently starred in ABC's comedy-drama television series The Unusuals, playing NYPD homicide detective Leo Banks.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Harold Perrineau reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 48 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Harold Perrineau'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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Harold Perrineau remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Unicorn Boy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Harold Perrineau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harold Perrineau's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Harold Perrineau.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Unicorn Boy | Guard Pantius (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Without Ward | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Cold Brook | Gil Le Deux | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dumplin' | Lee Wayne / Rhea Ranged | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | I'm Not Here | Santana | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Bachelors | Dr. Rollens | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Stephanie | Leader (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Sabotage | Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Best Man Holiday | Julian Murch | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Go for Sisters | Wiley | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sexy Evil Genius | Marvin Coolidge | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Snitch | Jeffrey Steele | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Zero Dark Thirty | Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Taking the Edge Off | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Transit | Losada | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sunset Stories | Harold | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Seeking Justice | Jimmy | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | 30 Days of Night: Dark Days | Todd | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Case 219 | Franklyn Bonner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Killing Jar | Dixon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Gardens of the Night | Orlando | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Felon | Lt. Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Your Name Here | Rich | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Ball Don't Lie | Jimmy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Garfield Gets Real | Husband (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | 28 Weeks Later | Flynn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Matrix Recalibrated | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Matrix Revolutions | Link | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Matrix Reloaded: Pre-Load | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Matrix Reloaded | Link | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | On_Line | Moe Curly | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | A Day in Black and White | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Prison Song | Uncle Cee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Starwater | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Woman on Top | Monica Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Overnight Sensation | Experienced PA | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Best Man | Julian Murch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Tempest | Ariel | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Lulu on the Bridge | Bobby Perez | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Edge | Stephen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Romeo + Juliet | Mercutio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Blood and Wine | Henry | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Flirt | Men's Room Man #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Smoke | Thomas 'Rashid' Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Flirt | Men's Room Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | King of New York | Thug Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Shakedown | Tommie | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | ...And Out Comes the Wolf | - | Flop | Similar → |
Harold Perrineau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harold Perrineau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harold Perrineau is "Unicorn Boy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Harold Perrineau acted in?
Harold Perrineau has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harold Perrineau?
Other notable films include "Smoke", "The Matrix Reloaded", and "The Bachelors".




