Michael Tolan
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Michael Tolan (born Seymour Tuchow, November 27, 1925 – January 31, 2011) was an American actor. He died January 31, 2011, at a Hudson, New York, hospital from kidney failure.
Michael Tolan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Tolan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Tolan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Michael Tolan'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 All That Jazz, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Tolan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Tolan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Tolan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Perfect Stranger | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Solomon Northup's Odyssey | Henry Northup | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | When Will I Be Loved? | Eric Patterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Presumed Innocent | Mr. Polhemus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Talk to Me | Dr. Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Nureyev and the Joffrey Ballet: Tribute to Nijinsky | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | All That Jazz | Dr. Ballinger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Night Terror | Walter Turney | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Perilous Voyage | Reynaldo Solis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Valley Forge | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The 300-Year Weekend | Dr. Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | John and Mary | James | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Lost Man | Insp. Carl Hamilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Journey Into Darkness | Craig Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Hour of the Gun | Pete Spence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Roseanna | Elmer B. Kafka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Mind-Benders: LSD and the Hallucinogens | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Journey of the Fifth Horse | Nikolai Alexeyvich Chulkaturin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Greatest Story Ever Told | Lazarus | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Dybbuk | Channon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Julius Caesar | Officer to Octavius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hiawatha | Ajawac | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Savage | Long Mane | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The People Against O'Hara | Vincent Korvac (as Lawrence Tolan) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fort Worth | Mort Springer (as Lawrence Tolan) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | Leo Daly | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Enforcer | James 'Duke' Malloy | Hit | Similar → |
Michael Tolan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Tolan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Tolan is "All That Jazz" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Michael Tolan acted in?
Michael Tolan has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Tolan?
Other notable films include "Julius Caesar", "The Enforcer", and "Presumed Innocent".