Michael Jones - Actor Profile

Michael Jones

Directing
Updated: May 09, 2026
11Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 28, 1944
Birth Place: St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada

About Michael Jones

Michael Jones was a Canadian film director and screenwriter based in Newfoundland, known for his films which depicted the island's culture and humour. He was the sibling of filmmakers Andy and Cathy Jones.

Known For: DirectingIndustry Veteran

Michael Jones Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Jones reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Michael Jones's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 45% of Michael Jones'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 Congratulations, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Jones Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michael Jones's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Congratulations (2000) movie poster
★10.0

Congratulations: Mike Jones and his siblings Andy and Cathy travel by helicopter from rural Newfoundland to a gala to make speeches congr

Congratulations

2000•Comedy
★9.0
Pegi Nicol: Something Dancing About Her (2004) movie poster
★9.0

Pegi Nicol: Something Dancing About Her: Something Dancing About Her is an affectionate portrait of Pegi Nicol MacLeod, a charismatic yet relatively unknown pain

Pegi Nicol: Something Dancing About Her

2004•Documentary
★8.0
Westray (2001) movie poster
★8.0

Westray: In this feature documentary, filmmaker Paul Cowan offers an innovative, moving account of the Westray coal mine disaster

Westray

2001•Documentary
★8.0
Understanding Bliss (1990) movie poster
★8.0

Understanding Bliss: Elizabeth Sutton, a lecturer from Toronto and Peter Breen, a professor of cultural studies from St. John's, Newfoundland

Understanding Bliss

1990•Drama
★8.0
White Thunder (2002) movie poster
★8.0

White Thunder: A riveting account of the tragic adventure of filmmaker Varick Frissell and his filming of "The Viking" (1931) and the t

White Thunder

2002•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Michael Jones has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 The Story of Faustus Bidgood archive footage Flop Similar →
2009 Sweet Pickle Narrator Flop Similar →
2006 Buried at Sea Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
2004 Pegi Nicol: Something Dancing About Her Narrator (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2002 White Thunder Narrator (Voice) Super Hit Similar →
2001 Westray Narrator (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2000 Congratulations Himself Super Hit Similar →
1998 The Pasta King of the Caribbean - Flop Similar →
1992 Secret Nation Leo Cryptus (voice) Average Similar →
1990 Understanding Bliss Tom (Archive Footage) Super Hit Similar →
1988 Hey Elvis! Dr. Gordon Puss Flop Similar →

Michael Jones - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Jones?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Jones is "Congratulations" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Michael Jones acted in?

Michael Jones has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Jones?

Other notable films include "Pegi Nicol: Something Dancing About Her", "Westray", and "Understanding Bliss".

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