Michelle Phillips

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

50Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 4, 1944

Birth Place: Long Beach, California, USA

About Michelle Phillips

Holly Michelle Phillips (née Gilliam; born June 4, 1944) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained fame as a member of the 1960s group The Mamas & the Papas, and is the last surviving original member of the group.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michelle Phillips reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michelle Phillips'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michelle Phillips remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paint Me a Murder, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michelle Phillips Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michelle Phillips's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

Paint Me a Murder — Luke Lorenz is a artist whose paintings don't sell. His imaginative wife Sandra reasons that sales of his works would in

Paint Me a Murder

1984•Drama

★7.8

California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas (2005) movie poster

★7.8

California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas — This special celebrates the harmonious pop-rock group, blending full-performance clips, rare home movies and exclusive i

California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas

2005•Documentary

★7.5

Feminists: What Were They Thinking? (2018) movie poster

★7.5

Feminists: What Were They Thinking? — In 1977, a book of photographs captured an awakening - women shedding the cultural restrictions of their childhoods and

Feminists: What Were They Thinking?

2018•Documentary

★7.5

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' (2013) movie poster

★7.5

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' — An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guita

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'

2013•Documentary

★7.4

★7.4

Jimi Plays Monterey — Jimi Hendrix's debut American set at 1967's Monterey Pop Festival is generally considered one of the most radical and le

Jimi Plays Monterey

1987•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michelle Phillips.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	Ponte Nova Dreamin'	Self (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
2019	Echo in the Canyon	Self	Hit	Similar →
2018	Feminists: What Were They Thinking?	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2017	The Summer of Love	-	Hit	Similar →
2016	Good Fortune	Self	Flop	Similar →
2013	Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'	Self - Musician	Super Hit	Similar →
2013	Greenwich Village: Music That Defined a Generation	Self	Hit	Similar →
2006	Unbeatable Harold	Erma	Flop	Similar →
2005	Trailer for a Remake of Gore Vidal's Caligula	Messalina	Average	Similar →
2005	California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas	Herself (Archival Footage)	Super Hit	Similar →
2004	Harry and Max	Mother	Flop	Similar →
2002	Jane White Is Sick & Twisted	June	Flop	Similar →
2001	March	Joan	Flop	Similar →
2000	The Price of Air	Mrs. Rye	Flop	Similar →
2000	Lost in the Pershing Point Hotel	DeeDee Westbrook	Flop	Similar →
1996	Pretty Poison	Mrs. Stepanek	Flop	Similar →
1996	No One Would Tell	Laura Collins	Hit	Similar →
1995	919 Fifth Avenue	Janet Van Degen	Flop	Similar →
1993	Rubdown	Jordana Orwitz	Flop	Similar →
1993	Joshua Tree	Esther Severence	Average	Similar →
1991	Scissors	Ann Carter	Flop	Similar →
1991	Keep on Running	Tracy	Flop	Similar →
1989	Trenchcoat in Paradise	Suzanna Hollander	Flop	Similar →
1989	Let It Ride	Mrs. Davis	Average	Similar →
1989	Mike Hammer: Murder Takes All	Leora Van Treas	Flop	Similar →
1987	Jimi Plays Monterey	Self (archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
1987	Assault and Matrimony	Madge Evers	Average	Similar →
1986	American Anthem	Linda Tevere	Flop	Similar →
1986	Stark: Mirror Image	Jennifer Clayton	Flop	Similar →
1985	Covenant	Claire Noble	Flop	Similar →
1984	Paint Me a Murder	Sandra Lorenz	Super Hit	Similar →
1984	Secrets of a Married Man	Katie Jordan	Flop	Similar →
1983	Murder Me, Murder You	Chris Jameson	Hit	Similar →
1982	Moonlight	Meredith Tyne	Average	Similar →
1981	Savage Harvest	Maggie	Average	Similar →
1980	The Man with Bogart's Face	Gena	Average	Similar →
1979	Bloodline	Vivian Nichols	Flop	Similar →
1978	The Users	Marina Brent	Flop	Similar →
1978	Rock 'n' Roll Sports Classic	Self	Flop	Similar →
1977	Valentino	Natasha Rambova	Average	Similar →
1975	Shampoo	Girl at Party (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1975	Miracle	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	The California Kid	Maggie	Average	Similar →
1974	The Death Squad	Joyce Kreski	Hit	Similar →
1973	Don't Call Me Mama Anymore	-	Flop	Similar →
1973	Dillinger	Billie Frechette	Hit	Similar →
1971	The Last Movie	Banker's Daughter	Average	Similar →
N/A	I Refuse to Kill: He Went to War with War	Self	Flop	Similar →
1968	Monterey Pop	Self - Mamas and the Papas	Hit	Similar →
1968	Youth '68	Self	Flop	Similar →

Michelle Phillips - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michelle Phillips?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michelle Phillips is "Paint Me a Murder" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Michelle Phillips acted in?

Michelle Phillips has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michelle Phillips?

Other notable films include "California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas", "Feminists: What Were They Thinking?", and "Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'".