Michael Keating - Actor Profile

Michael Keating

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
11Total Films
7.1 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 10, 1947
Birth Place: Edmonton, Middlesex, England, UK

About Michael Keating

Michael Keating (born 10 February 1947 in Edmonton, England) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Vila Restal in the science fiction television series Blake's 7.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Michael Keating Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Keating reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 18% of Michael Keating'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 Micro Men, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Keating Movies Ranked

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

★7.1
Micro Men (2009) movie poster
★7.1

Micro Men: In 1979 Clive Sinclair, British inventor of the pocket calculator, frustrated by the lack of home investment in his proj

Micro Men

2009•Drama
★7.0
Doctor Who: The Sun Makers (1977) movie poster
★7.0

Doctor Who: The Sun Makers: Far in the distant future, Earth has become uninhabitable, forcing Mankind to colonise first Mars and then Pluto. No lon

Doctor Who: The Sun Makers

1977•Action
★0.0
These Foolish Things (1989) movie poster
★0.0

These Foolish Things: Gutrune's romance with newspaper editor Nick Verney is hampered by the fact that he is still in love with the wife from

These Foolish Things

1989•Romance
★0.0
Clowns (1989) movie poster
★0.0

Clowns: Arthur is about to celebrate his 80th birthday and his family is gathering for a party. It is a time for celebration, bu

Clowns

1989•Drama
★0.0
Blake's Seven (2018) movie poster
★0.0

Blake's Seven: To celebrate its 40th Anniversary, this is the definitive set of interviews with six of the team of actors who brought B

Blake's Seven

2018•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Michael Keating has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Blake's Seven - Flop Similar →
2011 Running from the Tax Man - Flop Similar →
2009 Micro Men Derek Holley Hit Similar →
1989 Clowns Daniel Flop Similar →
1989 These Foolish Things Charlie Flop Similar →
1986 Blake's 7: Aftermath Vila Restal Flop Similar →
1986 Blake's 7: Duel Vila Restal Flop Similar →
1986 Blake's 7: Orac Vila Restal Flop Similar →
1985 Blake's 7: The Beginning Vila Restal Flop Similar →
1977 Doctor Who: The Sun Makers Goudry Hit Similar →
1970 The People People Civil servant Flop Similar →

Michael Keating - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Keating?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Keating is "Micro Men" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Michael Keating acted in?

Michael Keating has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Keating?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The Sun Makers", "These Foolish Things", and "Clowns".

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