Mars Callahan
ActingAbout Mars Callahan
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Mars Callahan (born 1971) is an American actor, director, producer and writer. He is known, among other things, for the movie Poolhall Junkies where he served as director, actor and screenwriter. At the age of eleven Callahan toured with a children's musical group through thirty-seven states. At fifteen he received his first acting role in the television series The Wonder Years. After honing his acting skills in television he tried for the big screen and soon appeared in various films. Inspired by the directors he worked with Callahan decided to try working behind the camera and in 1998 shot his first short film The Red Bag. In a 2007 Hollywood Reporter interview he revealed that he has had serious health problems when doctors found a tumor in his right kidney. He lost his right kidney, his right adrenal gland and has been in and out of a wheelchair for years. Description above from the Wikipedia article Mars Callahan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mars Callahan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Mars Callahan's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mars Callahan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in That Thing You Do!, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mars Callahan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mars Callahan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mars Callahan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Dog Patrol: Operation Santa Paws | Agent Matters | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Poolhall Junkies | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | That Thing You Do! | Ernie the Disc Master Engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Clifford | Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Kalifornia | Walter Livesy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Highway to Hell | State Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Children of Times Square | Brian (as Gregory 'Mars' Martin) | Average | Similar → |
Mars Callahan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mars Callahan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mars Callahan is "That Thing You Do!" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Mars Callahan acted in?
Mars Callahan has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mars Callahan?
Other notable films include "Kalifornia", "Poolhall Junkies", and "The Children of Times Square".