Michael McManus - Actor Profile

Michael McManus

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
11Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 15, 1962
Birth Place: London, Ontario, Canada

About Michael McManus

Michael McManus is a Canadian actor best known for playing the ex-assassin Kai in the science fiction series Lexx.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael McManus reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of Michael McManus's filmography leans towards the TV Movie genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael McManus remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael McManus Movies Ranked

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

★8.0
Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier (1989) movie poster
★8.0

Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier — Welcome to the bay... Mitch and his friends enter the sink or swim world that is BAYWATCH.

Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier

1989•TV Movie
★7.6
I Worship His Shadow (1996) movie poster
★7.6

I Worship His Shadow — Fugitive security guard Stanley Tweedle, love slave Zev Bellringer, and love slave robot head 790 are thrown together by

I Worship His Shadow

1996•Sci-Fi
★7.0
Eating Pattern (1997) movie poster
★7.0

Eating Pattern — Out of energy, the Lexx is forced to land on a planet to replenish its energy supply. Zev and Stan bury the apparently d

Eating Pattern

1997•Sci-Fi
★7.0
Giga Shadow (1997) movie poster
★7.0

Giga Shadow — To resupply the protoblood that sustains Kai's life, the crew of the Lexx travel back to the Cluster but find the planet

Giga Shadow

1997•Sci-Fi
★5.9
Speaking Parts (1990) movie poster
★5.9

Speaking Parts — Hotel employee Lisa develops an obsession with her co-worker Lance, a struggling actor who has appeared in several films

Speaking Parts

1990•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael McManus.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2011 Blissestraße Pastor William Flop Similar →
1998 Dog Park Derrick, the Waiter Flop Similar →
1998 Hard to Forget John Gilman Flop Similar →
1997 Giga Shadow Kai Hit Similar →
1997 Eating Pattern Kai Hit Similar →
1997 Super Nova Kai Flop Similar →
1996 I Worship His Shadow Kai Super Hit Similar →
1994 Paint Cans Jeff Flop Similar →
1990 Speaking Parts Lance Average Similar →
1989 Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier Sid Wilson Super Hit Similar →
1985 Deadly Pursuit Henderson Flop Similar →

Michael McManus - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael McManus?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael McManus is "Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Michael McManus acted in?

Michael McManus has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael McManus?

Other notable films include "I Worship His Shadow", "Eating Pattern", and "Giga Shadow".