Michael Bentt
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Michael A. Bentt (born September 4, 1965 in London, England) is a film and television actor and retired heavyweight boxer. Of Jamaican lineage, he was born in East Dulwich, London, but raised in the Cambria Heights section of Queens in New York City. Bentt is a one-time heavyweight champion, having held the World Boxing Organization championship from October 1993 until March 1994. As an actor he's best known for co-starring as Sonny Liston in Michael Mann's Ali and as Biggis/El Plaga in Damon Dash's indie urban hip hop classic "State Property 2". Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Bentt, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Michael Bentt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Bentt reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Bentt's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Michael Bentt's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Tommy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Bentt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Bentt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Bentt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | I Am Joe Frazier | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Tommy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Blue: The American Dream | Mr. Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Blackhat | Cab Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Public Enemies | Herbert Youngblood | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Neighbor | L.A. Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | State Property: Blood on the Streets | Biggis (El Plaga) | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Million Dollar Baby | Boxer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Collateral | Fever Bouncer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dark Blue | Officer Clay | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ali | Sonny Liston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Shadow Boxers | Himself | Average | Similar → |
Michael Bentt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Bentt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Bentt is "Tommy" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Michael Bentt acted in?
Michael Bentt has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Bentt?
Other notable films include "Million Dollar Baby", "I Am Joe Frazier", and "Collateral".