Michael McGrady
ActingAbout Michael McGrady
McGrady was born in Federal Way, Washington, to Gloria, a hair salon owner, and George McGrady, an airline mechanic. He attended Federal Way High School and the University of Washington, majoring in Business Administration. He currently splits his time between Southern California and Washington State, with his wife Ilka. McGrady had planned to become a lawyer and was working at a bank when his sister entered him in a contest for a scholarship to a local acting school. After that McGrady moved to California to pursue his dream of becoming an actor.
Michael McGrady Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael McGrady reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael McGrady's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Michael McGrady'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 Perry Mason: The Case of the Heartbroken Bride, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael McGrady Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael McGrady's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael McGrady has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Rage | Danny Doherty | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Beneath the Harvest Sky | Cy | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Frozen Ground | Vice Det. John Gentile | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Freelancers | Robert Jude | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Perfect Family | Frank Cleary | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Keith | Pete | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Ring of Death | Officer Colson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Low Winter Sun | Brendan McCann | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Half Past Dead | Guard Damon J. Kestner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Five Aces | Sean Haggerty | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Deep End of the Ocean | Jimmy Daugherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Bad City Blues | Clarence Jefferson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Malevolence | James Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Thin Red Line | Pvt. Floyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Operation Delta Force 2: Mayday | Captain Skip Lang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Volcano | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Wyatt Earp | John Shanssey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Quick | Hellman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hocus Pocus | Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | A Child Lost Forever: The Jerry Sherwood Story | Dennis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Heartbroken Bride | Dave Tynan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mr. Baseball | Duane | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Diggstown | Frank Mangrum | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Coopersmith: Sweet Scent of Murder | Marvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Babe | Lou Gehrig | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | She'll Take Romance | Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami | Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Born to Race | Walt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Project X | Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Back to School | Player #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Creator | Larry | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Trancers | Chris Lavery | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Bear | Gene Stallings | Average | Similar → |
Michael McGrady - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael McGrady?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael McGrady is "Perry Mason: The Case of the Heartbroken Bride" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Michael McGrady acted in?
Michael McGrady has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael McGrady?
Other notable films include "The Thin Red Line", "Hocus Pocus", and "Keith".