Michael Linehan

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

4Total Films

9.5 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Cork, Ireland

About Michael Linehan

Michael Linehan is a Cork based actor and screenwriter experienced and accomplished in both theatre and film. His role as Thomás in the short film Waves (2014) earned him a best actor nomination at the Eastern North Carolina Film Festival. His most recent work includes the lead role of Jason Buckley in Penitent (2017) which he also wrote and for which he received a best actor award at Elevation Indie Film Awards.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Linehan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael Linehan'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Linehan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bliain, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael Linehan Movies Ranked

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

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Bliain: A young couples trial and tribulations over the course of an entire year.

Bliain

2017

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Macra Girl: A young man joins Macra Na Feirme following the death of his mother and finds himself entangled in a love triangle.

Macra Girl

2015•Drama

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Coast Road: When city residents hire a bus to bring them on a tour of coastal roads, one of the passengers dies suddenly. The driver

Coast Road

2022•Drama

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Penitent: After being imprisoned for dangerous driving, causing the death of a child and possession of illegal substances, Jason B

Penitent

2017•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Linehan.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	Coast Road	Dave Burke	Flop	Similar →
2017	Penitent	Jason Buckley	Flop	Similar →
2017	Bliain	Mike	Super Hit	Similar →
2015	Macra Girl	Willie	Flop	Similar →

Michael Linehan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Linehan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Linehan is "Bliain" with a rating of 9.5/10.

How many movies has Michael Linehan acted in?

Michael Linehan has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Linehan?

Other notable films include "Macra Girl", "Coast Road", and "Penitent".