Michael Legge - Actor Profile

Michael Legge

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
16Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 11, 1978
Birth Place: Newry, Co. Down, Northern Ireland, UK

About Michael Legge

Michael Legge (born 11 December 1978, Newry, County Down, Northern Ireland) is a Northern Irish actor. He has appeared in a number of stage, film, television and radio roles. He may be best-known for playing the teenaged Frank McCourt in Alan Parker's 1999 film, Angela's Ashes. Legge attended St Colman's College, Newry. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Michael Legge Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Legge reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 31% of Michael Legge'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 Stumped, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Legge Movies Ranked

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

★8.0
Stumped (1998) movie poster
★8.0

Stumped: Lisa is a hand model whose career is totally dependent on the health and condition of her hands. After losing her left h

Stumped

1998
★7.5
Straydogs (1999) movie poster
★7.5

Straydogs: Vildhundarna is a drama far away from the Swedish reality. It's about four young people on the outermost, with norms dis

Straydogs

1999•Drama
★7.5
The Girls from H.A.R.M.! (2000) movie poster
★7.5

The Girls from H.A.R.M.!: H.A.R.M.'s agents are sent after a stolen Tibetan artifact that can have damaging results if handled by evil people.

The Girls from H.A.R.M.!

2000•Action
★7.3
Angela's Ashes (1999) movie poster
★7.3

Angela's Ashes: An Irish Catholic family returns to 1930s Limerick after a child's death in America. The unemployed I.R.A. veteran fathe

Angela's Ashes

1999•Drama
★6.5
Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery (2012) movie poster
★6.5

Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery: When trouble strikes at the Blue Mountain Quarry, Thomas is sent to help his Narrow Gauge engine friends. While shunting

Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery

2012•Animation

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 Thomas & Friends: King of the Railway Luke (voice) Average Similar →
2013 The Stag Little Kevin Average Similar →
2012 Tower Block Jeff Average Similar →
2012 Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery Luke (voice) Hit Similar →
2012 Mute The Mute Flop Similar →
2011 Whole Lotta Sole Randy Weller Flop Similar →
2007 Secret Societies : The Dark Mysteries of Power Revealed Narrator Flop Similar →
2004 Cowboys & Angels Shane Average Similar →
2004 That's Independent! Self Flop Similar →
2000 The Girls from H.A.R.M.! - Super Hit Similar →
2000 Whatever Happened to Harold Smith? Vincent Smith Average Similar →
1999 Angela's Ashes Older Frank Hit Similar →
1999 Straydogs Niko Super Hit Similar →
1998 Soft Sand, Blue Sea Store Guard Average Similar →
1998 Stumped Lt. Dannon Super Hit Similar →
1996 The Precious Blood John Willis Flop Similar →

Michael Legge - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Legge?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Legge is "Stumped" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Michael Legge acted in?

Michael Legge has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Legge?

Other notable films include "Straydogs", "The Girls from H.A.R.M.!", and "Angela's Ashes".

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