Mikhail Gorbachev
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Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev (Russian: Михаи́л Серге́евич Горбачёв; 2 March 1931 - 30 August 2022) was a Russian and former Soviet politician. The eighth and last leader of the Soviet Union, he was the general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union from 1985 until 1991. He was also the country's head of state from 1988 until 1991, serving as the chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet from 1988 to 1989, chairman of the Supreme Soviet from 1989 to 1990, and president of the Soviet Union from 1990 to 1991. Ideologically, he initially adhered to Marxism–Leninism although by the early 1990s had moved toward social democracy.
Mikhail Gorbachev Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mikhail Gorbachev reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mikhail Gorbachev's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 72% of Mikhail Gorbachev'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 Laissez-faire, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mikhail Gorbachev Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mikhail Gorbachev's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mikhail Gorbachev has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | JFK Assassination: A New Perspective | Self - Former General Secretary CCCP | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | AUM: The Cult at the End of the World | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | In the Grip of Gazprom | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Moscow 1996, Vote or Lose! | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Gorbachev. Heaven | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Stasi: A State Against Its People | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Chernobyl: The Last Battle of the USSR | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Long Breakup | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | My Favorite War | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Way I See It | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Frenemies: Putin and Trump | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Stalin and the Katyn Massacre | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | 30 Years of Democracy | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Solidarność: How Solidarity Changed Europe | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bully. Coward. Victim. The Story of Roy Cohn | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Tiananmen: The People Versus the Party | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Man Who Defied Beijing | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Meeting Gorbachev | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Putin's Witnesses | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | À la recherche de... Pierre Richard | Self - Soviet and Russian statesman (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Oscar Arias: Without a Shot Fired | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | How to Stage a Coup | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Free to Rock | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Era Of Dance | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Zero Days | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Russian Woodpecker | Former President Russia (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Laissez-faire | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Quando c'era Berlinguer | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Palme | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | 41 | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Last Days of the USSR | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Bitter Taste of Freedom | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Autobiography of Nicolae Ceausescu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Disco and Atomic War | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Here to Stay | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Soviet Story | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The 11th Hour | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Battle of Chernobyl | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hammer & Tickle | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Freedom's Fury | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Disaster at Chernobyl | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Secret KGB JFK Assassination Files | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Reagan | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | But... Seriously | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Faraway, So Close! | Mikhail Gorbachev | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Abyss | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Farewell to Enrico Berlinguer | Self | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Mikhail Gorbachev: A Man Who Changed the World | Self | Hit | Similar → |
Mikhail Gorbachev - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mikhail Gorbachev?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mikhail Gorbachev is "Laissez-faire" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mikhail Gorbachev acted in?
Mikhail Gorbachev has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mikhail Gorbachev?
Other notable films include "But... Seriously", "JFK Assassination: A New Perspective", and "Stasi: A State Against Its People".