Michael Colgan
ActingAbout Michael Colgan
Michael Colgan (born 1972-1973) as Michael Hughes in Keady, County Armagh) is a Northern Irish actor, novelist and academic, currently a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at Queen Mary University of London Colgan was educated at Saint Patrick's Grammar School, Armagh and did his undergraduate studies in English at Corpus Christi College, Oxford, then completed a MA in Creative Writing at Royal Holloway, followed by a PhD at London Metropolitan University. He also studied at l'École Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq in Paris and has lived in London.
Michael Colgan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Colgan reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Colgan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Michael Colgan'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 The Year London Blew Up, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Colgan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Colgan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Colgan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Urchin | Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Heart of Lightness | Arnholm | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Good Vibrations | Dave Hyndman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Lennon Naked | Derek Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Occupation | Davis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Soundproof | Connor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Year London Blew Up | Joseph O'Connell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Song of Songs | Journalist Voice | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sinners | Eamonn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sunday | Gerard Donaghy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | This Is Not a Love Song | Spike | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | You'll Never Believe Who's Dead | Fr Kavanaugh | Flop | Similar → |
Michael Colgan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Colgan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Colgan is "The Year London Blew Up" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Colgan acted in?
Michael Colgan has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Colgan?
Other notable films include "Occupation", "Sunday", and "Sinners".