Michael Beach
ActingAbout Michael Beach
Michael Anthony Beach (born October 30, 1963) is an American actor. He has appeared in films Lean on Me (1989), One False Move (1992), Short Cuts (1993), Waiting to Exhale (1995), A Family Thing (1996), Soul Food (1997), Aquaman (2018), and Saw X (2023). On television, he played Al Boulet on the NBC medical drama ER from 1995 to 1997. From 1999 to 2005, Beach was a regular cast member in another NBC drama series, Third Watch, as Monte Parker, and as T.O. Cross in FX's Sons of Anarchy.
Michael Beach Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Beach reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Beach's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Michael Beach's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains God's Grace: The Sheila Johnson Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Beach Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Beach's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Beach has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | War Dawgz | Alonzo Rocker | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Shelby Oaks | Detective Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | God's Grace: The Sheila Johnson Story | Dillard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Saw X | Henry Kessler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Royal | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Devil You Know | Greg Hansen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Harder They Fall | Nat's Father (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Midnight in the Switchgrass | Detective Yarbrough | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Real Talk | Father Daniels | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Superintelligence | Saul Gomez | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Inheritance | Harold Thewlis | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Foster Boy | Bill Randolph | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Rim of the World | General Khoury | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | #truth | Kenneth Little | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | #truth | Police Officer #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Canal Street | Ronald Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | If Beale Street Could Talk | Frank Hunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Aquaman | Jesse Kane (Manta's Father) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer | DA Dan Molinari | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Patriots Day | Gov. Deval Patrick | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Bounce Back | Lester | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | CSI: Immortality | Harbor Patrol SD Scinta | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Insidious: Chapter 2 | Detective Sendal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Things Never Said | Will Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Scrapper | Hollis Wallace | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Notes from Dad | Manny Gauza | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Broken City | Tony Jansen | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sparkle | Rev. Bryce | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Red Dawn | Mayor Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Stargate: The Ark of Truth | Col. Abe Ellis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Asunder | Michael Hubbs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ruby Bridges | Abon Bridges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Ms. Scrooge | Reverend Luke | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Soul Food | Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Casualties | Clark Cooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault | Legrand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Family Thing | Virgil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Waiting to Exhale | John, Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sketch Artist II: Hands That See | George | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Final Appeal | Det. Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Short Cuts | Jim Stone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | True Romance | Wurlitzer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | One False Move | Pluto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Cadence | Edward James Webb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Internal Affairs | Dorian Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Abyss | Barnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lean On Me | Mr. Darnell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Taking A Stand | Jake | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Suspect | Parking Lot Attendant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vengeance: The Story of Tony Cimo | Rudolph Tyner | Average | Similar → |
Michael Beach - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Beach?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Beach is "God's Grace: The Sheila Johnson Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Beach acted in?
Michael Beach has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Beach?
Other notable films include "Taking A Stand", "Real Talk", and "Asunder".