Michael Irvin
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Michael Jerome Irvin (born March 5, 1966) is a former American football player for the Dallas Cowboys, and actor. He is also a former broadcaster for ESPN's NFL Countdown and currently an analyst for NFL Network. Irvin was self-nicknamed "The Playmaker" due to his penchant for making big plays in big games during his college career. He played college football at the University of Miami. In 2007, he was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Irvin is also known as one of "The Triplets" along with Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith. The Triplets highlighted the Dallas Cowboys' offense in the 1990s that won three Super Bowls. He competed in season 9 of Dancing with the Stars. Irvin was the 9th contestant to be eliminated. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Irvin, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Michael Irvin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Irvin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Irvin's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Michael Irvin'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 NFL Greatest Games: Dallas Cowboys 1992 NFC Championship Game, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Irvin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Irvin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Irvin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Christmas Eve | Pastor Dave Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Slamma Jamma | Terrell | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The U | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Comebacks | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The N Word | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Longest Yard | Deacon Moss | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Year of the Yao | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Shaq's All Star Comedy Roast 2: Emmitt Smith | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | NFL Greatest Games: Dallas Cowboys 1992 NFC Championship Game | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | 1995 Dallas Cowboys: The Official Super Bowl Film | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Michael Irvin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Irvin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Irvin is "NFL Greatest Games: Dallas Cowboys 1992 NFC Championship Game" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Irvin acted in?
Michael Irvin has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Irvin?
Other notable films include "The N Word", "The U", and "The Longest Yard".