Michael Schoeffling
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Michael Schoeffling (born December 10, 1960) is an American former actor, and male model, best known for playing Jake Ryan in Sixteen Candles, Kuch in Vision Quest, and Joe in Mermaids. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Schoeffling, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Michael Schoeffling Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Schoeffling reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Schoeffling's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Michael Schoeffling'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 Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Schoeffling Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Schoeffling's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Schoeffling has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken | Al Carver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Mermaids | Joe Porretti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Longtime Companion | Michael | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Slaves of New York | Jan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Let's Get Harry | Corey | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Belizaire the Cajun | Hypolite Leger | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Sylvester | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Vision Quest | Kuch | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sixteen Candles | Jake Ryan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Racing with the Moon | Amputee Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Michael Schoeffling - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Schoeffling?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Schoeffling is "Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Michael Schoeffling acted in?
Michael Schoeffling has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Schoeffling?
Other notable films include "Sixteen Candles", "Mermaids", and "Longtime Companion".