Michael Rainey Jr. - Actor Profile

Michael Rainey Jr.

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
8Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 22, 2000
Birth Place: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Michael Rainey Jr. Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Rainey Jr. reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Michael Rainey Jr.'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 The Butler, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Rainey Jr. Movies Ranked

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

★7.3
The Butler (2013) movie poster
★7.3

The Butler: Cecil Gaines was a sharecropper's son who grew up in the 1920s as a domestic servant for the white family who casually d

The Butler

2013•Drama
★7.1
Un altro mondo (2010) movie poster
★7.1

Un altro mondo: Andrea is a twentysomething from a rich but cold family who leads a superficial life devoid of responsibility. After rec

Un altro mondo

2010•Drama
★6.4
Amateur (2018) movie poster
★6.4

Amateur: 14-year-old basketball phenom Terron Forte has to navigate the under-the-table world of amateur athletics when he is rec

Amateur

2018•Drama
★6.3
Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016) movie poster
★6.3

Barbershop: The Next Cut: To survive harsh economic times, Calvin and Angie have merged the barbershop and beauty salon into one business. The day

Barbershop: The Next Cut

2016•Comedy
★5.8
LUV (2013) movie poster
★5.8

LUV: Over the course of one day, a shy 13-year-old forms a bond with his troubled uncle.

LUV

2013•Crime

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 211 Kenny Flop Similar →
2018 Amateur Terron Forte Average Similar →
2016 Barbershop: The Next Cut Jalen Average Similar →
2014 Second Chance Christmas Lawrence Flop Similar →
2013 The Butler Cecil Gaines (8) Hit Similar →
2013 LUV Woody Average Similar →
2010 Un altro mondo Charlie Hit Similar →
N/A Goons - Flop Similar →

Michael Rainey Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Rainey Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Rainey Jr. is "The Butler" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Michael Rainey Jr. acted in?

Michael Rainey Jr. has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Rainey Jr.?

Other notable films include "Un altro mondo", "Amateur", and "Barbershop: The Next Cut".

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