Michael Weatherly - Actor Profile

Michael Weatherly

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
14Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 8, 1968
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About Michael Weatherly

Michael Weatherly (born July 8, 1968; Height: 6 feet 1 ½ inches (1.87 meters)) is an American actor, producer, director, and musician. He is best known for his roles as Anthony DiNozzo in the television series NCIS (2003–2016) and Logan Cale in Dark Angel (2000–2002). From 2016 to 2022, he starred as Dr. Jason Bull in Bull, a courtroom drama. Weatherly was born in New York City and raised in Fairfield, Connecticut. He attended Fairfield Country Day School and graduated from Brooks School in North Andover, Massachusetts in 1986. He attended Boston University, Menlo College, American University, and The American University of Paris but left college to pursue acting. Weatherly began his acting career with a minor television role on The Cosby Show as Theo Huxtable's roommate. He played the role of Cooper Alden in Loving and later, The City, appearing in the role from 1992 until 1996. Weatherly moved to Los Angeles, soon landing a role as a series regular on the FOX television series Significant Others with Jennifer Garner, though the show only lasted six episodes. He then met director Whit Stillman who cast him in the 1998 film The Last Days of Disco as Hap, opposite Chloë Sevigny. Weatherly's breakthrough role came in 2000 when he was cast as Logan Cale in the television series Dark Angel. The show was created by James Cameron and starred Jessica Alba as Max Guevara, a genetically enhanced super-soldier. Weatherly played Cale, a journalist who helps Max. Dark Angel was canceled after two seasons, but it made Weatherly a household name. In 2003, Weatherly was cast as Anthony DiNozzo in the television series NCIS. DiNozzo was a senior field agent for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. He was known for his sense of humor and his love of movies. Weatherly remained on NCIS for 13 seasons, leaving the show in 2016. In 2016, Weatherly starred in the television series Bull. Bull is a courtroom drama based on the early career of Dr. Phil McGraw. Weatherly plays Jason Bull, a trial consultant and jury expert. Bull is known for his ability to read people and his use of psychology to win cases. Weatherly is also a musician. He has released several albums of music, including "Under the Weather" (2006) and "Hobo Lucky" (2010). He has also appeared in music videos for artists such as Jessica Alba and Sheryl Crow. Weatherly is married to Bojana Janković, a Serbian actress. They have two children together. He is also the stepfather to Janković's son from a previous relationship.

Michael Weatherly Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Weatherly reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 7% of Michael Weatherly'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 NCISverse: The First 1,000, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Weatherly Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 NCISverse: The First 1,000 Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Charlie Valentine Danny Valentine Flop Similar →
2005 Her Minor Thing Tom Flop Similar →
2004 The Mystery of Natalie Wood Robert Wagner Flop Similar →
2001 Trigger Happy Bill Average Similar →
2001 Venus and Mars Cody Battle Vandermeer Flop Similar →
2000 The Specials Verdict Flop Similar →
2000 Gun Shy Dave Juniper Flop Similar →
2000 Cabin by the Lake Boone Flop Similar →
1999 Winding Roads Mick Simons Flop Similar →
1998 The Last Days of Disco Hap Average Similar →
1998 The Advanced Guard Kevin, Captive Flop Similar →
1997 Asteroid Dr. Matthew Rogers Average Similar →
1997 Meet Wally Sparks Dean Sparks Flop Similar →

Michael Weatherly - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Weatherly?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Weatherly is "NCISverse: The First 1,000" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Michael Weatherly acted in?

Michael Weatherly has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Weatherly?

Other notable films include "The Last Days of Disco", "Asteroid", and "Trigger Happy".

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