Michael McMurtry - Actor Profile

Michael McMurtry

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
15Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael McMurtry reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael McMurtry's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael McMurtry remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Marriage Fool, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael McMurtry Movies Ranked

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

★7.2
The Marriage Fool (1998) movie poster
★7.2

The Marriage Fool — Recently widowed after 41 years of marriage, Frank Walsh meets the outgoing Florence, sparking joy back into his life ag

The Marriage Fool

1998•Comedy
★6.6
Last Night (1998) movie poster
★6.6

Last Night — Various citizens of Toronto anxiously await the end of the world, which is occurring at the stroke of midnight on New Ye

Last Night

1998•Comedy
★6.4
The Safety of Objects (2002) movie poster
★6.4

The Safety of Objects — In a suburban landscape, the lives of several families interlace with loss, despair and personal crisis. Esther Gold has

The Safety of Objects

2002•Drama
★6.3
A Slight Case of Murder (1999) movie poster
★6.3

A Slight Case of Murder — In the midst of a spat, film critic Terry Thorpe accidentally kills his lover. Though Thorpe covers his tracks, he raise

A Slight Case of Murder

1999•Mystery
★5.5
She Drives Me Crazy (2007) movie poster
★5.5

She Drives Me Crazy — Two estranged sisters go on a road trip that leads them to a place they never believed possible.

She Drives Me Crazy

2007•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 Confessions of a Porn Addict Marilyn Monroe Impersonator Flop Similar →
2007 She Drives Me Crazy Roger Faber Average Similar →
2007 Wide Awake Dr. Konzelman Flop Similar →
2005 Cake Luke Flop Similar →
2004 The Winning Season Stanley Piedmont Flop Similar →
2002 The Safety of Objects Contest Winner / Frankie Average Similar →
2000 The Linda McCartney Story Ringo Starr Flop Similar →
2000 autoerotica Jake Flop Similar →
1999 Too Much Sex Allgood Butts Flop Similar →
1999 A Slight Case of Murder Scott Average Similar →
1998 Last Night Menzies Hit Similar →
1998 Naked City: Justice with a Bullet Suspect Flop Similar →
1998 The Marriage Fool Steven Walsh Hit Similar →
1997 Face Down Cole Flop Similar →
1995 Eclipse Record Store Clerk Flop Similar →

Michael McMurtry - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael McMurtry?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael McMurtry is "The Marriage Fool" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Michael McMurtry acted in?

Michael McMurtry has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael McMurtry?

Other notable films include "Last Night", "The Safety of Objects", and "A Slight Case of Murder".