Philip Michael Thomas
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Philip Michael Thomas (born May 26, 1949) is a retired American actor and musician, best known for his role as detective Ricardo Tubbs on the hit 1980s TV series Miami Vice. His first notable roles were in Coonskin (1975) and opposite Irene Cara in the 1976 film Sparkle. After his success in Miami Vice, he appeared in numerous made-for-TV movies and advertisements for telephone psychic services. He also voiced the character Lance Vance in the video games Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002) and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories (2006).
Philip Michael Thomas Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Philip Michael Thomas reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Philip Michael Thomas's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Philip Michael Thomas'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 False Witness, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Philip Michael Thomas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Philip Michael Thomas's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Philip Michael Thomas has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | No Family Without Blood | Godfrey | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | 2Everything2Terrible2: Tokyo Drift | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Fate | Detective Ciprian Raines | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | NBC 75th Anniversary Special | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Ruthless Reporter | Chuck Gilmore | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | A Little Piece of Sunshine | Tomson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | False Witness | Bobby Marsh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Wizard of Speed and Time | Policeman Mickey Polanko | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | A Fight for Jenny | David Caldwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Charlie Barnett's Terms of Enrollment | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Miami Vice: Brother's Keeper | Det. Ricardo "Rico" Tubbs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Hey Good Lookin' | Chaplin (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Valentine | Bean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Lawman Without a Gun | Rufus Cartwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Dark | Corn Rows | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Beasts Are on the Streets | Eddie Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Death Drug | Jesse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Black Fist | Fletch & Boom Boom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Fungi Man | Gaspar / Adopted boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Sparkle | Stix | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Coonskin | Randy / Brother Rabbit (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Mr. Ricco | Purvis Mapes (as Philip Thomas) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Book of Numbers | Dave Green | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Toma | Sam Hooper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Stigma | Dr. Calvin Crosse | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Miami Shakedown | Frank Ferguson | Flop | Similar → |
Philip Michael Thomas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Philip Michael Thomas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philip Michael Thomas is "False Witness" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Philip Michael Thomas acted in?
Philip Michael Thomas has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Philip Michael Thomas?
Other notable films include "Miami Vice: Brother's Keeper", "Toma", and "Sparkle".