Michael Pataki
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Michael Pataki (January 16, 1938 – April 15, 2010) was an American character actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Pataki, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Michael Pataki Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Pataki reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. 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 Pataki's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Michael Pataki'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 Terror at Alcatraz, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Pataki Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Pataki's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Pataki has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Boo Boo Runs Wild | The Chief (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Le petomane: Fin de siècle fartiste | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Goddamn George Liquor Program | George Liquor (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Making of a Hollywood Madam | Bernie Cornfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Rocky V | Nicoli Koloff | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers | Dr. Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Underachievers | Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | American Anthem | Coach Soranhoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rocky IV | Nicoli Koloff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins | Jim Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | R.S.V.P. | Rex | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sweet Sixteen | George Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Night Shift | Courtroom Mooner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Terror at Alcatraz | Cabbie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Dead & Buried | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Graduation Day | Principal Guglione | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | High Noon, Part II: The Return of Will Kane | Darold | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Raise the Titanic | Munk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Glove | Harry Iverson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Disaster on the Coastliner | Tate | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Marciano | Squeek Squalis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Last Word | Dobbs | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Onion Field | District Attorney Dino Fulgoni | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Survival of Dana | Arnold Denker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Samurai | Peter Lacey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Love at First Bite | Mobster | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Spider-Man Strikes Back | Captain Barbera | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | When Every Day Was the Fourth of July | Robert Najarin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Ruby and Oswald | "Ike" Pappas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Spider-Man | Captain Barbera | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Dracula's Dog | Michael Drake / Count Dracula | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Airport '77 | Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Benny & Barney: Las Vegas Undercover | Sgt. Ross | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Call of the Wild | Stranger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Delinquent Schoolgirls | Carl C. Clooney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Indict and Convict | Parking Official | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Little Cigars | Garage Mechanic | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Sweet Jesus, Preacherman | State Senator Sills | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Baby | Dennis | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Man for Hanging | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Grave of the Vampire | Caleb Croft | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | They Call It Murder | Pete Cardiff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Brute Corps | MacFarlane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Return of Count Yorga | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Pink Angels | Biker | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Andromeda Strain | Operator of 'The Hand' (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Dream No Evil | Rev. Paul Jessie Bundy | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Easy Rider | Mime #4 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ten North Frederick | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young Lions | Pvt. Hagstrom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Michael Pataki - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Pataki?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Pataki is "Terror at Alcatraz" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Pataki acted in?
Michael Pataki has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Pataki?
Other notable films include "The Survival of Dana", "Samurai", and "Indict and Convict".