Lyoto Machida - Actor Profile

Lyoto Machida

Acting
32Total Films
9.8 Highest Rated
Born: May 30, 1978
Birth Place: Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

About Lyoto Machida

Professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC Middleweight division.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lyoto Machida reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Lyoto Machida's filmography leans towards the Action 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 41% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lyoto Machida remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lyoto Machida Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lyoto Machida's career based on audience ratings.

★9.8
UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera (2012) movie poster
★9.8

UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera — UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on August 4, 201

UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera

2012
★8.5
UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi (2014) movie poster
★8.5

UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi — UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi was a mixed martial arts event held on February 15, 2014, at the Arena Jaraguá i

UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi

2014
★8.0
UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida (2014) movie poster
★8.0

UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida — UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida was a mixed martial arts event held on July 5, 2014, at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las V

UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida

2014
★8.0
UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington (2018) movie poster
★8.0

UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington — UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington is a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship held on May 1

UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington

2018•Action
★8.0
UFC 67: All or Nothing (2007) movie poster
★8.0

UFC 67: All or Nothing — UFC 67: All or Nothing was a mixed martial arts event held by Ultimate Fighting Championship. The event was held Saturda

UFC 67: All or Nothing

2007

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lyoto Machida.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Power of Chi - Flop Similar →
2022 Bellator 281: MVP vs. Storley Self Flop Similar →
2022 Power of Chi Self Flop Similar →
2021 Bellator 256: Bader vs. Machida 2 Himself Flop Similar →
2020 Bellator 245: Davis vs. Machida II Himself Flop Similar →
2019 Bellator 228: Pitbull vs. Archuleta self Flop Similar →
2019 Bellator 222: MacDonald vs. Gracie - Flop Similar →
2018 UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington Self Super Hit Similar →
2018 UFC Fight Night 125: Machida vs. Anders Self Average Similar →
2017 UFC Fight Night 119: Brunson vs. Machida Self Flop Similar →
2015 UFC Fight Night 70: Machida vs. Romero Self Flop Similar →
2015 UFC on Fox 15: Machida vs. Rockhold Self Flop Similar →
2014 UFC Fight Night 58: Machida vs. Dollaway Self Flop Similar →
2014 UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 Tapped Out Lyoto Average Similar →
2014 UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 UFC Fight Night 30: Machida vs. Munoz Self Flop Similar →
2013 UFC 163: Aldo vs Korean Zombie Self Hit Similar →
2013 UFC 157: Rousey vs. Carmouche Self Hit Similar →
2012 UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 UFC 140: Jones vs. Machida Self Hit Similar →
2011 UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields Self Hit Similar →
2010 UFC 123: Rampage vs. Machida Self Hit Similar →
2010 UFC 113: Machida vs. Shogun 2 Self Average Similar →
2009 UFC 104: Machida vs. Shogun Self Hit Similar →
2009 UFC 98: Evans vs. Machida Self Average Similar →
2009 UFC 94: St-Pierre vs. Penn 2 Self Average Similar →
2008 UFC 84: Ill Will Self Hit Similar →
2007 UFC 79: Nemesis Self Average Similar →
2007 UFC 76: Knockout Self Hit Similar →
2007 UFC 70: Nations Collide Self Average Similar →
2007 UFC 67: All or Nothing Self Super Hit Similar →

Lyoto Machida - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lyoto Machida?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lyoto Machida is "UFC on Fox 4: Shogun vs. Vera" with a rating of 9.8/10.

How many movies has Lyoto Machida acted in?

Lyoto Machida has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lyoto Machida?

Other notable films include "UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi", "UFC 175: Weidman vs. Machida", and "UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington".