Michael Durrell

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

18Total Films

6.9 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 6, 1943

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Durrell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael Durrell'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Durrell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Defending Your Life, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael Durrell Movies Ranked

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

★6.9

★6.9

Defending Your Life — Is there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judg

Defending Your Life

1991•Comedy

★6.8

★6.8

Sister Act — A Reno singer witnesses a mob murder and the cops stash her in a nunnery to protect her from the mob's hitmen. The mothe

Sister Act

1992•Music

★6.4

Magma: Volcanic Disaster (2006) movie poster

★6.4

Magma: Volcanic Disaster — When a volcano expert becomes convinced that a cataclysmic natural disaster is about to unfold, a volcanologist Professo

Magma: Volcanic Disaster

2006•Action

★6.1

Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills (1994) movie poster

★6.1

Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills — About the 1989 murders of Carolco Entertainment chairman, Jose Menendez, and his wife, Kitty, who were killed by their s

Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills

1994•Drama

★6.0

When Every Day Was the Fourth of July (1978) movie poster

★6.0

When Every Day Was the Fourth of July — A little girl convinces her attorney father to defend a mute war veteran accused of murdering a store owner.

When Every Day Was the Fourth of July

1978•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2013	Christmas in the City	Santa	Average	Similar →
2010	Barry Munday	Father Walsh	Average	Similar →
2006	Magma: Volcanic Disaster	President Fletcher	Average	Similar →
1995	Illegal in Blue	Michael Snyder	Flop	Similar →
1994	Alien Nation: Dark Horizon	Avid Fan	Average	Similar →
1994	Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills	Bob Winters	Average	Similar →
1992	Sister Act	Larry Merrick	Hit	Similar →
1991	Defending Your Life	Agency Head	Hit	Similar →
1987	Family Sins	Dr. Hamilton	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Last Innocent Man	l'avocat du Procureur	Flop	Similar →
1986	Bayou Romance	Christian	Flop	Similar →
1984	Access Code	Michael Barnes	Flop	Similar →
1980	The American Success Company	Herman	Flop	Similar →
1978	The Immigrants	Calvin Braderman	Flop	Similar →
1978	The Two-Five	Vinnie Lombardo	Flop	Similar →
1978	When Every Day Was the Fourth of July	Assistant to the Attorney	Average	Similar →
1978	How to Survive the '70s and Maybe Even Bump Into Happiness	Lowell	Flop	Similar →
1977	A Killing Affair	Cabrillo	Flop	Similar →

Michael Durrell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Durrell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Durrell is "Defending Your Life" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Michael Durrell acted in?

Michael Durrell has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Durrell?

Other notable films include "Sister Act", "Magma: Volcanic Disaster", and "Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills".