Michael Caton-Jones - Actor Profile

Michael Caton-Jones

Directing
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
4Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 15, 1957
Birth Place: Broxburn, West Lothian, Scotland, UK

About Michael Caton-Jones

Michael Caton-Jones (born Michael Jones; 15 October 1957) is the director of such films as Scandal, Rob Roy, Memphis Belle and The Jackal. Caton-Jones was born in Broxburn, Lothian, Scotland. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Caton-Jones, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia

Known For: Directing

Michael Caton-Jones Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Caton-Jones reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Michael Caton-Jones's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Michael Caton-Jones'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 Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Caton-Jones Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michael Caton-Jones's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5
Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted! (2021) movie poster
★6.5

Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!: From his juvenile, tormented, heroic roles, which made him a global phenomenon, to his darker mature roles, a portrait o

Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!

2021•Documentary
★6.4
The Jackal (1997) movie poster
★6.4

The Jackal: Hired by a powerful member of the Russian mafia to avenge an FBI sting that left his brother dead, a psychopathic hitman

The Jackal

1997•Action
★6.3
Doc Hollywood (1991) movie poster
★6.3

Doc Hollywood: After leaving Washington D.C. hospital, plastic surgeon Ben Stone heads for California, where a lucrative practice in Be

Doc Hollywood

1991•Comedy
★0.0
Michael Caton-Jones: This Broxburn Boy's Life (null) movie poster
★0.0

Michael Caton-Jones: This Broxburn Boy's Life: Explores Caton-Jones' rise from his humble roots in the working class mining village of Broxburn, West Lothian to the di

Michael Caton-Jones: This Broxburn Boy's Life

•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Michael Caton-Jones has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted! Self - Filmmaker Hit Similar →
1997 The Jackal Man in Video Average Similar →
1991 Doc Hollywood L.A. Maitre D' Average Similar →
N/A Michael Caton-Jones: This Broxburn Boy's Life Self Flop Similar →

Michael Caton-Jones - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Caton-Jones?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Caton-Jones is "Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Michael Caton-Jones acted in?

Michael Caton-Jones has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Caton-Jones?

Other notable films include "The Jackal", "Doc Hollywood", and "Michael Caton-Jones: This Broxburn Boy's Life".

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