
Michael Wright
ActingAbout Michael Wright
Michael Wright (born April 6, 1956) is an American film and television actor, who is best known for his role as Eddie Kane, Jr. in the 1991 Robert Townsend film The Five Heartbeats. Wright's body of work in television includes the 1983 NBC science fiction miniseries V, the 1984 sequel "V: The Final Battle" and on "V: The Series" as Elias Taylor, TV series "Miami Vice" 1987 episode "The Savage", and on the 1997 HBO series Oz as Omar White from 2001-2003. And he played "Clinton", the leader of The Del Bombers in the cult film The Wanderers. Wright's film roles include the 1987 drama The Principal as Victor Duncan, also starring James Belushi, and the 1994 film Sugar Hill with Wesley Snipes, his most recent film is 2005's The Interpreter. He has also made guest appearances on other TV shows including New York Undercover. In 1982, he starred in Peter Byrne's production of Barrie Keefe's play Barbarians at the SoHo Rep Theater with Gregg Martin and the as yet unknown actor Kevin Spacey. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Wright (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Michael Wright Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Wright 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 Wright'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 Wright'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 Benny's Place, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Wright Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Wright's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Wright has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 Aces and a Dirty Heart | Redds | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | D'Curse | Officer Ruda | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Jesse | Juan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Before I Self Destruct | First Victim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Diminished Capacity | McCormick | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hardrock | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Raving | Security Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Coalition | Lou | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | El Cantante | Shooting Gallery Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Interpreter | Marcus | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Downtown: A Street Tale | Rudy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Piñero | Edgar Bowser | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Point Blank | Sonny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Money Talks | Aaron | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Cottonwood | Simon Z | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Confessions of a Hitman | Charley | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Sugar Hill | Raynathan Skuggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Five Heartbeats | Eddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Principal | Victor Duncan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Bedtime Eyes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Laundromat | Shooter Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Streamers | Carlyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Moonstone Gem | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Benny's Place | Jimmy Mills | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Dream House | Mace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | We're Fighting Back | Melvin Gilford | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Wanderers | Clinton | Hit | Similar → |
Michael Wright - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Wright?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Wright is "Benny's Place" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Wright acted in?
Michael Wright has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Wright?
Other notable films include "The Five Heartbeats", "El Cantante", and "The Wanderers".




